AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (October 6, 2011) –Many of Amelia Island’s award-winning resorts, hotels and bed and breakfast inns are preparing for the Florida winter by bundling up special rates, amenities and other cozy comforts in new vacation packages. Amelia has long been a favorite destination for winter escapes, with mild temperatures, plenty of natural beauty and charm, and a calendar full of festive events, such asthe annual Christmas tree lighting at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and the Amelia Island B&B Holiday Cookie Tour. Thanks to these hot new seasonal specials, visitors will really be warming up to Amelia this winter.
This Thanksgiving, The Addison on Amelia is welcoming guests to spend the holiday enjoying the amenities and inn’s famous holiday décor while the innkeepers take care of all the Thanksgiving preparations. For $225 (plus room rate), the Thanksgiving at the Addison package includes homemade breakfast each morning in the dining room or courtyard veranda; daily happy hour each evening (excluding Thanksgiving Day when wine and beer is provided with dinner); a two-hour Amelia River Cruise of Cumberland Sound; lunch on Thanksgiving Day; and a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. The Bed, Breakfast and Christmas Bliss offer includes breakfast on Christmas morning; a lunch buffet; the Addison’s signature happy hour on the veranda with seasonal hors d'oeuvres; and a Christmas dinner at Lulu’s at the Thompson House with Chef Brian Grimley. The package is $225 in addition to room rates, based on double-occupancy. Additional information is available at www.AddisonOnAmelia.com.
The Amelia Island Williams House is offering several packages throughout the end of 2011. Starting at $418, the Holiday Cookie Tour Package offers a two-night stay, two tickets for the Amelia Island Holiday Cookie Tour (November 19), breakfast each day and wine and hors d’oeuvres each evening. The Thanksgiving Holiday Getaway, starting at $145 in addition to the cost of the room, includes Afternoon Tea on Thanksgiving Day, carriage tour of downtown Fernandina Beach, and a voucher for Thanksgiving dinner at Beech Street Grill. The package also offers discounts for longer stays. Guests staying three nights will receive 50 percent off the third night, while guests staying four nights will get the fourth night free. The Victorian Christmas Package includes a three-night stay, Christmas Goodie basket, snacks and beverages available all day, special hors d’oeuvres on Christmas Eve, Carriage tour to view the holiday lights in Fernandina Beach, Christmas Buffet at 2 p.m. and Sandwiches and Chili at 5 p.m. on Christmas day. The package price starts at $795. For additional information, visit www.williamshouse.com.
Now through December 20, ERA Fernandina Beach Realty is offering a free night to guests staying two or more nights at any vacation rental location. In addition, guests traveling December 21 through March 31, 2012 will receive 20% off daily rates excluding holidays and special events. Visit www.ameliavacations.com for additional information.
This winter, The Fairbanks House is unveiling their new Make Me Over Package, perfect for someone looking for a little pick-me-up or exciting new look while vacationing on Amelia Island. Starting at just $250 this add-on package includes a spa manicure and pedicure, a complete hair makeover including semi-permanent hair color and a cut and style, makeup application and a new outfit to complete the transformation. Additionally, The Fairbanks House is offering a Romance Package with special winter rates from November 1 through January 31. The package features wine, chocolate-covered strawberries and dinners at local fine-dining establishments, as well as daily gourmet breakfasts, evening social hours with beverages and hors d'oeuvres, use of beach equipment and full concierge service. Flowers, carriage tours, couples massages and more can also be arranged. Packages range from two- to seven-nights and start at $435 for two, including room. For additional information, visit www.fairbankshouse.com.
Come celebrate the holidays at Amelia Island Hampton Inn at the Beach with two nights for $109 plus tax and receive a third night for only $1 through January 31. Additionally, the Fuel Your Fun Package provides guests with a $25 gas card at check out. The package is available through January 31 and is not valid with any other packages. For more information, visit www.ameliaislandhamptoninn.com.
Leave the Thanksgiving cooking to Chef Deborah at The Hoyt House this year at the inn’ssecond annual Thanksgiving Feast. Rates start at just $210 per night, and guests staying three or more nights are invited to enjoy the holiday meal for just $55 per person (not including tax or gratuity). The dinner buffet includes Roasted Turkey, Poached Salmon, Wild Mushroom Stuffing with Cranberries, Mashed Red Potatoes, and more, followed by a dessert buffet. Additionally, the Hoyt House is offering a Christmas at the Hoyt House package. The package starts at $295 per couple plus room and includes Champagne upon arrival; a 30-minute carriage ride through historic Fernandina Beach; extended cocktail Happy Hour on Christmas Eve; Christmas Lights Trolley Tour; Christmas Day Dinner, including delectable dishes such as Pumpkin Bisque Soup, Chicken Champagne with Mushrooms, and much more; and a special Holiday Gift from the Hoyt House. Visitors can also ring in the New Year with the New Year’s Eve 2012 package, which starts at $250 per couple in addition to the room selection. The package includes an incredible cocktail reception on New Year's Eve, offering live music and passed hors d’oeuvres such as Filet Mignon with Béarnaise on Toast Points, Potato Puffs, and much more. The event will include a Champagne Toast at midnight, open bar all night, and Viennese Dessert Table. For additional information, visit www.hoythouse.com.
True to its southern roots, the Steel Magnolias Package at The Omni Amelia Island Plantation offers luxurious oceanfront accommodations for two guests, sweet tea and Madeleines upon arrival, a 50-minute Swedish massage in the luxurious spa, one-hour group tennis clinic and a mint julep and chocolate tasting at Marché Burette. Starting at $349 per night, the package also includes a personal driver to chauffer guests to and from downtown shopping and a copy of “GRITS (Girls Raised in the South): Guide to Life”. Keeping with the Southern theme, the Southern Gentlemen Package gives guests the opportunity to enjoy a backwater fishing excursion, private fish fry with the Falcon’s Nest chef, a round of golf at the Oak Marsh or Ocean Links golf course and a private bourbon and locally brewed beer tasting. Rates start at just $359 per night for a minimum two-night stay and include oceanfront accommodations. Visit www.omniameliaislandplantation.com for more information.
Additionally, 13 Amelia Island accommodators are offering a free night to guests who book a qualifying stay to use at their leisure. Visitors can choose from bed and breakfast inns, vacation rentals and family-owned or popular chain hotels all offering a third or fourth free night.For a complete list of participating locations, visitwww.ameliaisland.com/free.
-Amelia Island Convention & Visitor’s Bureau-
About Amelia Island
Northeast Florida’s coastal treasure, AmeliaIsland 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 FernandinaBeach, 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.
* All packages are based on availability. Restrictions and black out dates apply based on individual property. Please contact individual properties for restrictions and to book a package.
