Overview
The Best in Tennis Converge in the Grand City of Paris
Imagine Paris in the springtime, watching all the drama unfold as the best in tennis come together to battle it out for the world's greatest clay court championship, the 2012 French Open. While soaking up the ambience of this world-class event, you will be encouraged to experience the best food, views, shopping, and night life that the beautiful country of France has to offer. This event is a must for all diehard tennis fans, with Roadtrips treating you to only the best accommodations Paris has to offer, this trip will demonstrate to the utmost the luxury this illustrious city is famous for.
Held at the famous Roland Garros Stadium in Paris, France, this second tournament of the Grand Slam is the only one to be played on a clay court. Considered by many to be a much more difficult surface to play on than grass, due to the ball moving slower yet bouncing higher, this court and tournament forces players to demonstrate their true skill, and prove that they have what it takes to walk away with the top prize.
Roadtrips can customize your 2012 French Open experience with several different options. Whether you want to see certain players or matches in the round robin, or just the quarterfinals, semifinals or final match, we will make it happen. You decide how long or short you want your trip to be, and we’ll make all of the arrangements.
Customize your 2012 French Open experience by contacting one of our sports travel experts at 1-800-465-1765 or submitting a Custom Trip Quote.
2012 French Open Standard Packages include:
- Reserved seating for your choice of matches at the French Open
- Only the finest first class accommodations in Paris
- Roadtrips ticket holder & lanyard
- Expert travel & concierge services of the Roadtrips At-Your-Service Desk
- All taxes and service charges
Optional Add-Ons and Possibilities:
- Extra sessions
- Upgrade seats
- Extra nights
- Suites and room upgrades
- Dinner reservations
- Half-day panoramic tour of Paris
- Discover the backstage of the Eiffel Tower
- Visit the secret covered passages of Paris
- Full day tours of the Loire Valley
- Full day excursions to Giverny and to the Chateau de Versailles
- Private transfers (sedan, limousine, luxury motor coach)
- Airfare (economy, first class, private jet)
Complete 2012 French Open Travel Packages available from $1,175 (based on double occupancy)
Your Hotel
Your Accommodations at the 2012 French Open
Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris | Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome | Westin Paris Vendome | Sofitel Paris La Défense
Our experienced Product Development Team meticulously researches first class hotels so you don't have to! Our distinctive accommodations are chosen for their excellent service, great value, amazing amenities, and convenient location.
Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris
31, avenue George V, Paris, FR
With the grandness of the private terraces and the restored 18th century tapestries you'll feel as though you've stepped into an another era. The Four Seasons George V practices a refinement of an earlier age; lavish luxury makes herself at home here and warmly invites you to be her guest. The fully equipped health club and spa treatments, and the fine-dining practices offer all the modernity you require. The sparkle of this landmark, 1928 building will be the perfect demonstration of the City of Love's passion for art and life, and with the unparalleled service you will be offered, you may just decide to stay forever!
- Steps away from the Champs-Elysées
- France's Leading Business Hotel (2009-10)
- Le Cinq, the hotels elegant restaurant, was awarded two stars by Michelin
- Top of the line fitness facility including the pool, steam rooms, saunas, and a beautiful spa
- Award winning cuisine, savoury creations, and tasteful elegance is what can be found in the restaurant and multiple lounges
- Guests are able to enjoy the stylings of the hotel's pianist every day at 3pm at La Galerie, one of the hotel's refined lounges
- Many guest rooms offering private terraces, and all offer lovely architectural accents
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Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome
5 Rue de la Paix, Paris, FR
Park Hyatt Paris is a 5-star, luxury hotel which lure's its guests in with its striking architecture, and classic design. The understated elegance of the hotel takes you by the hand and leads you through the lavish guest rooms, world-class dining experiences, and superb spa and fitness center. The renown of the City of Lights will be experienced the moment you step through the hotel's front doors as you find yourself standing in the coveted location overlooking the chic Rue de la Paix, guided towards Rue du Faubourg's trendy shopping, and standing before the magnificence of the Louvre.
- Centrally located in order to lay all of Paris' wonder at your feet
- Named one of eight official palace hotels in France
- Multiple exceptional dining and lounge possibilities available within the hotel
- Le Spa which dedicates itself to relaxation and well-being, and state-of-the-art fitness facility
- The signature Bicycle Valet gives guests the opportunity to cycle around Paris with a freshly prepared picnic lunch prepared by executive chef Jean-François Rouquette
- The impeccable details of the guest rooms are complemented by the finest accents of silk and bronze
- Limestone baths with floor heating, soaking tubs, and stone-enclosed rain showers will be the perfect prelude to the lush linens which await you
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Westin Paris Vendome
3 Rue de Castiglione, 75001 Paris, FR
Located in the heart of one of the most beautiful cities on Earth, The Westin Paris - Vendôme makes it their aim to offer you a unique and unforgettable experience. Each one of their 440 guest rooms has its own distinct feel perfectly blending traditional Parisian influence with contemporary design. The rooms' individual stylings allow you to have a truly individual experience tailored to each of your needs and desires. The breathtaking views, spectacular craftsmanship, and personal details of each and every room welcome those looking for relaxation, superior comfort, and elegant sophistication to step through their doors.
- The best of Paris will be spread at your feet with the nearby cultural attractions, the best shopping, and the exquisite dining only the City of Lights can offer
- The First restaurant and Tuileries Bar each offer a 100% locally produced dining experience
- Receiver of the Green Key award in 2009 for its efforts in sustainable development
- Six Senses spa offers itself as an urban sanctuary intent on healing and relaxing
- WestinWORKOUT® gym
- The Westin Heavenly Bed® in all rooms
- Deluxe bath amenities
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Sofitel Paris La Défense
33 voie des sculptures, Paris, FR
Welcome to Soifitel Paris, the beautiful 5 star Parisian hotel. This remarkable hotel complements its fantastic service with an exquisite attention to detail, a detail seen in the guest room rain showers, the homemade pastries offered upon arrival, the comfort of each room's MyBed®, and every suite's equipment with BOSE sound-systems. With an inspired Mediterranean restaurant and sophisticated lounge providing the time and space to unwind, Sofitel, located in La Defense, has created an outstanding location fit for the business and pleasure of luxury seeking individuals and groups.
- Ideally located near convenient transport links to whisk you to Paris' center
- On-site fitness center with sauna and option of massage
- Outdoor jogging track
- Room service available at all hours of the day and night
- Elegant, modernly designed rooms dressed in beiges and chocolates with fuchsia accents
- Flat screen televisions, free Wi-Fi, and BOSE sound systems complete all guest rooms
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Your Tickets
Your Preferred Seats at Roland Garros
Named after the famous French pilot who fought during World War I, and was the first pilot to fly over the Mediterranean Sea, Stade Roland Garros (Roland Garros Stadium) has always been home to the French Open. Constructed in 1928, this facility is 21-acres of sporting history.
Grounds
Also known as "Annexe Tickets," these are very popular as there are many great matches to enjoy throughout the tournament on the outside courts or "courts annexes." These French Open Grounds Passes will give you access to ALL the outside courts but DO NOT offer access to the stadiums: Phillipe Chatrier, Suzanne Lenglen, or Court 1. Seating is on a first come first served basis, so it's important to know where the matches you're interested in viewing will be taking place so you can get there as early as possible to secure seats. During the first week you can catch some great singles matches and as the tournament progresses there will primarily be main draw doubles, mixed doubles, and junior and senior matches played on the outside courts. In addition to the action on the courts you will be able to enjoy all the activity that Roland Garros has to offer including the Practice Courts, which are great for autographs; souvenir areas; food areas; and, of course the excitement in the "Place des Mousquetaires" where hundreds of fans congregate between Court 1 and Center Court Philippe Chatrier to watch the action taking place on the main show courts on the huge video screen.
Court Philippe Chatrier & Suzanne Lenglen
A ticket on Court Phillipe Chatrier or Suzanne Lenglen gives you a reserved seat for the entire day on that particular court with access to all the outside courts, but you don't have access to any of the other show courts including Court #1 (as each show court requires a separate ticket). If you have a ticket for the Phillipe Chatrier Court you cannot access the Suzanne Lenglen or Court 1 and vice versa. Both show courts (Phillipe Chatrier and Suzanne Lenglen) offer an absolutely equal level of entertainment and skill in their matches through Wednesday of the second week with top seeds such as Federer, Nadal, Djokovic, Ivanovic, Williams, etc. having been placed on the Suzanne Lenglen Court for their match. In 2009, for example, Rafael Nadal was placed on the Suzanne Lenglen court for his 2nd round match. From Thursday of the second week, through to the end of the tournament, all featured singles matches are played only on the Phillipe Chatrier Center Court and therefore all show court tickets from Thursday of the second week till the end of the tournament will only be on Court Philippe Chatrier. It is impossible to know which court a certain player will be placed on in advance as this is determined only the night before. The overall seating capacity on the Philippe Chatrier Court is 14,840.
Court Philippe Chatrier is divided into Category 1 and Category 2 seating. The Category 1 or Lower Level section on Center Court begins approximately 2 to 10 rows off the court depending on which section your ticket is in. The first couple of rows are occupied by Corporate "Loge Level" seats. Your Center Court ticket is valid for the entire day and gives you a reserved seat on Center Court and allows you to roam all the outside courts except the court Suzanne Lenglen and Court 1 which require a separate ticket for entry.
Schedule
2012 French Open Schedule
| Date |
Matches |
| Sun, May 27 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Mon, May 28 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Tue, May 29 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Wed, May 30 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Thu, May 31 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Fri, June 1 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Sat, June 2 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Sun, June 3 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Mon, June 4 |
2 Men’s Singles, 1 Men’s Doubles, 1 Ladies Doubles |
| Tue, June 5 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies’ Singles |
| Wed, June 6 |
2 Men’s Singles 2 Ladies' Doubles |
| Thu, June 7 |
2 Ladies’ Singles, 2 Men’s Doubles |
| Fri, June 8 |
2 Men’s Singles 1 Ladies' Doubles |
| Sat, June 9 |
1 Ladies’ Singles Final, 1 Men’s Doubles Final |
| Sun, June 10 |
1 Men’s Singles Final, 1 Ladies' Doubles Final |
| Contact our sports travel experts for your custom trip quote. |
| *Rates are per person in USD. Add single supplement for single occupancy rate. A 25% deposit will hold your spot. The balance will not be due until two months prior to departure. |