AMELIA ISLAND (September 22, 2011) – One of the biggest rivalries in college football is making its way to Northeast Florida once again for the much anticipated Florida vs. Georgia Football Classic, Saturday, October 29 at EverBank Field in Jacksonville. Located just 45 minutes from downtown Jacksonville and EverBank Field, Amelia Island is offering a variety of discounts and events allowing fans to score big on their Florida-Georgia Football Weekend.
The Amelia Island CVB Amelia Island has created a gridiron getaway contest in which one lucky fan will win a four-day, three-night stay at Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Visit www.ameliaisland.com/gators or www.ameliaisland.com/bulldogs to enter. Guests can also enter the sweepstakes by sending a text message with “Ameliaisland Sweeps” to 77950 on their mobile phone.
As always, Amelia Island offers a full roster of accommodation options for Gator and Bulldog fans looking to turn a game day trip into a weekend getaway, or those who prefer to watch the game from the comfort of their hotel room. Here is the starting line-up*:
The Amelia Island CVB is offering 15 percent off accommodations at 15 locations during Florida-Georgia Football Weekend. Book your reservation for the Florida / Georgia game weekend today and receive 15% off per night at participating Amelia Island accommodations. The offer is only available by calling the participating property and mentioning “Go Bulldogs” or “Go Gators.” A two night minimum stay is required and offer is only valid on reservations made before September 30. Visit www.ameliaisland.com/flgaspecial for a list of participating resorts, bed and breakfasts, vacation rentals and hotels.
The following accommodators are offering additional specials during the Florida / Georgia game weekend:
The Amelia Island Hampton Inn at the Beach is offering a Football Game Weekend Special, which offers guests a third night free. Rates start at $139 per night. Call (904) 321-1111 or visit www.ameliaislandhamptoninn.com to book the package.
The Residence Inn Amelia Island is offering a free Friday Night Beer Blast at check-in for all reservations received by October 7. Additional information is available at www.residenceinnameliaisland.com.
The Omni Amelia Island Plantation is offering guests round trip transportation to the game. Tickets are $100 per person and include boxed lunch, beer, bottled water and soda. For transportation tickets, call (904) 277-5920. Special deals are also available at The Shops & Spa at Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Visit www.omniameliaislandplantation.com for more information.
The Omni Amelia Island Plantation is also offering several events open to the public to kick off the rivalry weekend. On Friday, October 28, The Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation are offering a Bull Dog Tail Gate Party. From 4 to 7 p.m., the party will offer family fun with live music, family-friendly activities, inflatable obstacle course and bounce house, trick-or-treating in the shops and much more. From 7 to 10 p.m., the Jim Beam Party offers live music, UGA highlights, game tent with simulators and video games, specialty cocktails and more. The after-party kicks off at 10 p.m. at Falcon’s Nest. Additional details are available at www.omniameliaislandplantation.com.
*Accommodation discounts do not include tax and are based on availability. Offers cannot be combined with any other offer. Contact each hotel for reservations and any restrictions.
-Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau-
About Amelia Island:
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 Amelia Island. For visitor information and online planning, visit www.ameliaisland.com.
