This Is What It's Like Spending A Day Walking Around Augusta National At The Masters

Jay YarowThat's me, Jay Yarow, at the Masters!

I was able to attend the Tuesday practice round of the Masters thanks to a buddy who won the ticket lottery and had an extra ticket.

My buddy grew up in Augusta, and had been to the tournament many times. It was great having a local tour guide.

Words and photos don't really do the course, Augusta National, justice, but I'll try my best to explain what it's like walking around in Augusta.

I've been to a few golf tournaments before. Last year, I went to the Thursday round of the U.S. Open at Merion. In August, I covered the Barclays in Jersey City for Business Insider.

Those are both nice events, but they're nothing like The Masters. It's a completely different experience, from the food to the crowds to most importantly, the course. If you like golf at all, you owe it yourself to go there at least once.

Let me show you why…