November 7 Day 1A and More!

A LITTLE TWIST TO THE HARD ROCK FESTIVITIES
APT ADDS ANOTHER DAY 1, TARGETS WEEKEND WARRIORS

With the Asian poker scene already abuzz in anticipation of the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Macau 2010, the APT expects that the new and improved Day 1 schedule will add twist to the main event.

For the first time in the history of the tour, the APT will allot three Day 1’s for the Main Event, meaning the expected record-number of registrants will have the luxury of choosing which opening day they want that suits their personal schedule and strategy.

The APT Macau 2010 is set to happen at the Hard Rock Hotel, City of Dreams in Macau from November 6 to 14 later this year.

The APT Macau 2010 Main Event opens with Day 1A on November 7 (Sunday); while Day 1B starts two days after on November 10 (Wednesday); Day 1C on November 11 (Thursday); Day 2 and 3 on November 12 (Friday) and 13 (Saturday) with the Final Table schedule set on November 14 (Sunday) to close out the Macau festivities.

APT Chief Executive Officer Jeff Mann said that they expect a healthy number of players preferring Day 1A since it falls on a Sunday; particularly, those from Macau, Hong Kong and China.

Aside from the additional Day 1 of the Main Event, another development included increasing the number of side events from 10 to 11. The latest side event to be added is the DAFAPOKER 6-Handed Event augmenting the already-loaded line-up which includes the High-Rollers, Greed, Head-Hunter and Battle of the Nations events among others.

For more details and schedule, click HERE.

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Phil Ivey Sets Sights on Macau

The Asian Poker Tour (APT) Macau 2010 is about to get a little bit better– the biggest understatement in the history of APT– as one of the most prominent, successful and popular professional poker players in the world is set to join the nine-day festivities in Macau this year.


8-time WSOP Bracelet Winner Phil Ivey (Photo courtesy of www.asia.pokernews.com)

Phil Ivey, eight-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner and one-time World Poker Tour (WPT) champion, has confirmed his participation in the latest leg of the APT scheduled to happen from November 6 to 14, 2010 at the Hard Rock Poker Lounge in the City of Dreams in Macau.

As of 2010, the 34-year-old American has total live tournament winnings of roughly US$13.5M, more than US$5M of which came from cashes at the WSOP.

Fondly called in the poker scene as the “Tiger Woods of Poker,” he began his career in Atlantic City, New Jersey and made his name as a high-stakes player before plying his trade on the live tournament circuit in 2000.

One of the most feared cash game players in the world, both live and online, Ivey’s appearance in the APT Macau 2010 is sure to create a buzz in the Asian poker scene as local professionals and amateurs alike look forward to rubbing elbows with one of the most recognizable faces in poker.

For more details and schedule, please visit the ASIAN POKER TOUR WEBSITE.

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Chris Parker Interview - APT Philippines 2010

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An Interview with the CEO of APT - Jeff Mann

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Asian Poker Tour Philippines 2010 - Welcome Update

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City of Dreams and Hotel Accommodations

CITY OF DREAMS

The City of Dreams (COD) is Macau’s leading leisure destination, combining electrifying entertainment with more ways to win, world-class accommodations, international dining, designer shopping and much more!

The COD was recognized earlier this year by being bestowed the Best in Leisure Development in Asia Pacific International Property Award and the Golden-Pillow Award of China Hotels Best New Opening Hotel in Macau Award for 2010 proving its worth as indeed one of the top tourist destinations in Asia.

Top attractions in the COD are the Dragon’s Treasure, a “totally immersive, first of its kind multi-media experience” and the House of Dancing Water, the HKD$2 Billion production dubbed as “the show like no other on earth” among many other one-of-a-kind shows running for the entire year.

And of course, the gaming experience would not be complete without the Hard Rock and COD casinos. As with world-class venues, COD has over a hundred restaurants and shops on top of three first-rate hotels; Crown Towers, Hard Rock Hotel-Macau and Grand Hyatt Macau. (Visit the City of Dreams official website)

HARD ROCK HOTEL – MACAU

A hotel with attitude, Hard Rock Hotel Macau entertains guests’ dreams of a rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. The place for parties and entertainment, guests can take in the stunning views of City of Dreams, relax with new friends, or soak in the atmosphere of the Wave Pool Bar. Its 24-7 indulgence and everyone’s invited. (Visit the Hard Rock Macau’s official website)

The Hard Rock Hotel will be providing special APT rates for a limited number of rooms so we do encourage players to book early.

How to avail of the special APT rate at the Hard Rock Hotel:

Online:
Please click here to go to the Hard Rock online reservation website.
Contact Centre
Hard Rock Reservations Hotline: (853) 8868 3333
Fax Number: (853) 8867 6688
Email Address: contactcentre@cod-macau.com
*Check-In Time: 3:00pm; Check-out time: 11:00am

IMPORTANT:

Upon your reservation, indicate that you will be participating in the “APT Poker Tournament” and the special rates will be applied.
Upon check-out, players will need to produce proof of participation from the APT (APT Tournament Receipt); else, the hotel will amend the rate back to regular rates for the duration of the stay.
LOWEST APT SPECIAL RATES will only be available until October 23, 2010 after which available rooms will be limited, so book NOW!
Inclusions:
• Breakfast for 2 at the R Bar
• Two “Priority Access” tickets for Dragon’s Treasure Show at the Bubble
• Complimentary In-room Wi-Fi internet access

GRAND HYATT MACAU

Part of the City of Dreams urban resort integrating entertainment, dining and shopping options. The hotel features 791 rooms and suites with spectacular views over Cotai and the west banks of the Pearl River.

With well-equipped MICE facilities and signature restaurants, Grand Hyatt Macau hotel promises to provide magnificent services to every guest visiting the cosmopolitan cultural city of Macau. (Visit Grand Hyatt Macau’s official website)

Booking details for the Grand Hyatt Macau Hotel coming soon.

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The Poker Circuit: TPC Rock the Dream

TPC’s Easy Way to Hard Rock

There’s the hard way then there’s the easy way. The Poker Circuit (TPC) has again set up the stage for players to qualify for an Asian Poker Tour (APT) main event with a low buy-in and guaranteed seat for the major tournament set later this year.

TPC’s “Rock the Dream” offers players the chance to win one (1) APT Macau 2010 Package worth roughly PHP300,000. The tournament is set from October 14-17, 2010 at the Midas Touch in Pasig City, Philippines. Additionally, the second and third placers are set to win seats to the Actors Guild Charity 2M event courtesy of the Midas Touch Poker Sports Club.

TPC’s “Rock the Dream” event has a buy-in of only PHP2,000 but players can also get Rock the Dream seats via daily tournaments at Midas Touch from September 20 to October 8, 2010. Cash game players can also win APT seats with its Golden Poker Dream Tournament.

Rock the Dream’s APT Macau Package includes the Main Event buy-in; a four-night stay at the City of Dreams, airfare and spending cash. The APT Macau 2010 will be held at the City of Dreams in Macau in partnership with Hard Rock Hotel. The APT Macau main event has a buy-in of HK$32,500 + HK$2,500 (approximately US$4,180 + US$320) and is expected to draw a record number of players.

For more information about TPC Rock the Dream, please click HERE.

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