AMELIA ISLAND (November 17, 2011) – The Third Annual Amelia Island Garden Show (March 3-4, 2012) will once again take root at Central Park in Fernandina Beach, and several island accommodators are plowing the way with special discounted rates and packages for the popular two-day event. The following packages and discounts are available:
Amelia Hotel at the Beach, the official host hotel of the Amelia Island Garden Show, is offering a special rate of $89 per night in Standard rooms, $99 per night in Ocean view rooms and $109 per night in Balcony rooms (plus tax). Rooms include their signature Hot and Healthy breakfast each morning. Visit www.ameliahotel.com or call (877) 263-5428 to make reservations. Mention the Amelia Island Garden Show.
ERA Fernandina Beach Realty properties are offering a 20 percent discount on rooms during the Garden Show. The properties include Oceans of Amelia, Amelia South, Amelia By The Sea and Beachside Motel. Mention the Amelia Island Garden show when booking your vacation rental. Visit www.amelia-era.com or call (800) 741-4011 to make reservations.
The Amelia Island Hampton Inn at the Beach is offering a $99 rate (plus tax) on double rooms for the Garden Show weekend. For more information, call (904) 321-1111 or visit www.ameliaislandhamptoninn.com. You must mention the Garden Show during booking to qualify for the special rate.
During the Amelia Island Garden Show, the Omni Amelia Island Plantation is offering a 20 percent discount on rooms. Guests must mention code PROTDC when making reservations to receive the discount. Reservations can be made at www.omniameliaislandplantation.com or by calling (888) 444-6664.
The Residence Inn – Amelia Island is offering a special package for attendees of the Amelia Island Garden Show. Make your reservations before February 10, 2012 and receive a $20 Lowe’s Garden Center gift card per room, plus a complimentary pair of gardening gloves. Reservations can be made by visiting www.residenceinnameliaisland.com or by calling (866) 245-6099.
About the Garden Show
The Amelia Island Garden show will feature growers and nurseries from around the state, including more than 50 vendors with a full assortment of flowers and plants, fruit trees and palms, orchids, herbs, container gardens, native plants, butterfly-friendly plants, shrubs, garden accessories and more. The event also offers on-site experts providing advice about "greening" your home, yard and garden. The "Ask the Expert" booth will feature short presentations and demonstrations on topics ranging from fertilizing to sustainable gardening. This year’s featured attraction is The Raptor Experience, an up-close encounter with live birds of prey. This is an exceptional opportunity to become aware of Florida's unique, native and migratory birds of prey. Information will focus on raptors, their natural history and their importance to us and our environment. Additional information can be found at www.ameliagarden.com.
About
Amelia
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Northeast Florida’s coastal treasure, Amelia Island is a barrier island rich in colorful history and breath-taking natural beauty. Consistently ranked in the top 10 North American Islands by the readers on Conde Nast Traveler, Amelia Island offers long, beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and pristine waters. Upscale resorts with world-class spas, championship golf and exclusive dining blend effortlessly with a captivating collection of bed and breakfast inns and historic districts. The island is home to Fernandina Beach, once a vibrant Victorian seaport village, and now a charming downtown district of eclectic shops, attractions and eateries. Forget the everyday getaway; Come make memories on AmeliaIsland. For visitor information and online planning, visit www.ameliaisland.com.
