Choose a Strategy
Do you want to follow your favorite player or do you want to camp out at a specific hole? Each has their advantages. If you’re a huge fan of a specific player and don’t want to miss a minute of his round, plan on walking. If you want to be comfortable and examine how all the different players approach a hole, stake out a spot on your favorite hole or grab a top-row bleacher seat to see multiple shots. Tricky par threes and second shots on shorter par fives are often good bets for exciting golf.

Come Prepared
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If rain is in the forecast and you’re planning on watching multiple holes, think twice about bringing your umbrella. Instead bring your raingear, so you can squeeze up close to the ropes without an awkward, eye-poking accessory. Also, bring comfortable shoes (no spikes), sunscreen and binoculars. Chairs without arms and golf stools are permitted, but no lawn chairs.

Know the Etiquette
Leave the autographs and the golf chatter to the practice rounds. During the tournament, pay attention to volunteers and be quiet while players are taking their shots. Also, cell phones and cameras are prohibited, so leave them at home to save a trip back to the car. However, cameras are permitted on Monday through Wednesday.

Bring the Kids
All kids 17 and under may attend the championship for free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder. One adult may bring up to nine kids.

With tickets going fast, Hotel Bellevue has partnered with the U.S. Senior Open to offer a special deal for members and hotel guests. Anyone who books one of our great golf packages prior to July 23 will be entered to win tickets for the event.

The golf package includes overnight accommodations, spa discounts, a breakfast or Cosmos credit, late checkout and a tee time arranged by our hotel concierge (green fee not included).

To book your golf package, go to www.thehotelbellevue.com or call 454.4424. For more information on the U.S. Senior Open, visit www.2010ussenioropen.com.