Attending the World Open, Shanghai Masters and/or PTC Grand Final

[DeanH]

I thought I read somewhere that Goldfields IS scheduled for next season, ?

[gettingbetter]

Hello all,

Was hoping to see if I could get some advice and experience in attending one of the three tournaments in the subject heading. The Australia Goldfields is probably not going to run next season and considering that China and Thailand are closest to Australia, I would like to go to a tournment. Also, its not purely for snooker purposes - haven't had a holiday in some time too.

Note: on the calendar on Wikipedia for the 13/14 season, it says that the PTC finals are going to take place in Bangkok, though no venue has been nominated, hence my assumption that it will take place there.

So if any one has been to either tournament (or place for a visit) I'd like to know you experiences. Things I am interested in is:

1. Price - accommodation, food, tickets, transport etc
2. Atmosphere - at the tournament and in the city
3. Things to do outside of viewing the tournament

Thanks in advance.