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What Our Guests Say

"The Academy Australia team curated such an incredible trip. From the seats at the AO to the tennis facilities we got to practice at everything was high quality! Would definitely recommend for tennis fans and players of all levels"

-Alana, 30
Healthcare Exec, NYC
"I absolutely love the Golden Ticket experiences. I’ve been to Rome and Australia, and both trips blew past my expectations. If you think you know tennis, just wait until you do one of these tours - it’s a whole different experience. It’s the perfect mix of getting on court, shaking off jet lag, great food, and an incredible time watching the best players in the world compete. Not having to worry about planning an itinerary makes it even better. I’d truly recommend Golden Ticket to anyone who loves tennis. And remember, no academy has this."

-Samantha, 34
Healthcare Exec, NYC
“Had the most amazing time with the Golden Ticket. First in Rome, playing on gorgeous clay courts fueled by pasta, pizza and views straight out of history. Then six months later in Australia completing the trifecta on grass, clay and hard courts. Along the way, I traveled the world with friends old and new, improved my tennis game, watched some incredible Grand Slam tennis, and made memories I’ll never forget - and our hosts were the absolute best! As a relative newbie to the sport, I can’t recommend Golden Ticket enough - it expanded both my game and my horizons.”

-Christina, 44
Healthcare Exec, Brooklyn
“Craig’s Roma Open Academy trip was incredible. The most insider tennis experience one can have - we hit on the most exclusive courts, got unbelievably great seats for the top matches, dined at delicious and exclusive restaurants next to the pros and saw new angles of a city I’ve been to many times. Unforgettable. No one does it like the academy.”

-Josh, 50
Creative Director, Brooklyn
"I've had the pleasure of joining multiple Golden Ticket Tennis trips. Craig and his team curate incredible, seamless itineraries from start to finish. Every trip balances playing and watching world-class tennis with exceptional dining, local exploration, and connecting with fellow tennis enthusiasts. Highly recommended!"

-Greg, 45
Creative entrepreneur, Seattle
I have had the pleasure to have been on three academy trips, Miami, Newport, and Roma. I am currently planning my fourth. The tennis was amazing, the food was spectacular and I have made lasting friendships."

Leigh
Brooklyn, NY
"The Golden Ticket Tennis team are the insiders that you want putting your tennis trip together. They know how the town, the courts, the players and the site works to ensure that you have an optimal insider experience playing, watching, and enjoying the sport in the tennis town you are visiting. "

Alistair, 50
Media tech exec, San Francisco Bay Area
"I love The Golden Ticket. You know why? You’ll get to play tennis at spectacular private clubs. You’re going to get great seats at the best tournaments, in the best cities. Fabulous cuisine at local hotspots, and Craig always puts together a group of fun people that you will become friends with, it’s a no brainer in my book."

Jon, 58
Creative Director, Palm Springs
"Traveling with Golden Ticket Tennis to the Rome Open was an amazing way to experience my first time at the tournament. It was so nice to arrive in Rome and not have to think about a thing—every detail was perfectly planned, from group dinners and incredible tournament seats to the opportunity to play each morning at exclusive tennis clubs. Craig made the entire trip effortless, allowing us to simply enjoy world-class tennis, meet other tennis enthusiasts and an unforgettable experience from start to finish."

Emily, 39
Dallas
"The Golden Ticket experience is a tennis experience unlike any other. From the morning practices at exclusive clubs and court side seats, to the A+ swag and prime tables at amazing restaurants, everything is elevated. Plus, it’s an amazing opportunity to meet new people (maybe even a player or two!) and tap into Craig’s behind the scenes scoop on all things tennis. Would highly recommend! "

Alexandra, 38
Dallas, TX
"The best vacations leave you with memories. The best tennis trips leave you with memories, new friends, and a better backhand. That's exactly what Craig Shapiro and Golden Ticket delivered in Rome. An amazing week of tennis, incredible food, once in a like experiences with players, and exclusive access to Rome's most famous clay courts. Come home a better player, with new friends and memories you'll never forget."

JJ
Los Angeles, CA

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Luxury Tennis Vacations & VIP Experiences

Golden Ticket Tennis creates curated tennis vacations with Australian Open lower bowl seats, Italian Open lower bowl seats and Paris Masters lower bowl seats, plus private tennis practices, distinctive hotels, dining and cultural experiences. Explore upcoming trips to Paris, the Australian Open and the Italian Open, or inquire about a private experience for your group or brand. Our past experiences include a Rome fantasy camp for 16 guests of different playing levels, tennis vacations in Miami, Newport and Guayaquil, and a three-day New York City program in December 2025 with practices at Madison Square Garden alongside Carlos Alcaraz, Ben Shelton, Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro. We have also hosted a Big Beach holiday tennis event at the Sheats-Goldstein Gravity Court.

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