AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (November 5, 2009) – The Amelia Hotel at the Beach was recently honored with the “2008-09 New Member of the Year” award from Florida’s First Coast of Golf, a collaborative golf marketing organization for Northeast Florida. Holly Germano Wohlfarth, General Manager and an owner of Amelia Hotel at the Beach, was presented the award on October 28 at the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council meeting. Wohlfarth was chosen from among seven nominees for her commitment as a member of the First Coast of Golf Board of Directors and her strategic work to outline and enhance the benefits for select service properties that strive to promote leisure golf tourism.
The “New Member of the Year” award is presented to a lodging facility, golf course or golf academy that joined Florida’s First Coast of Golf in the previous fiscal year. The honoree must demonstrate excellence in facility condition and operations, and contribute to the promotion of the First Coast as a major golf destination.
“From what I have seen firsthand this past year, this is well-deserved recognition for Holly Wohlfarth and the Amelia Hotel at the Beach,” said Gil Langley, President and CEO of the Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It’s great to see one of our industry partners honored for their efforts to promote golf in the area.”
-Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau-
About Amelia Hotel at the Beach
The 86-room Amelia Hotel at the Beach is just minutes from the historic downtown Fernandina area and across the street from the island’s famous beaches. Guest amenities include complimentary breakfast, free wireless internet, microwave, and mini-fridge. For more information, visit www.ameliahotel.com.
About First Coast of Golf
Florida’s First Coast of Golf, established in 1992, is a not for profit corporation responsible for marketing Amelia Island, Jacksonville, Clay, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, and Palm Coast as a golf vacation destination. Florida-golf.org is Northeast Florida’s trusted source for golf vacation packages, golf course information and accommodations. Its primary goal is to provide gratifying accommodations and First Class golf facilities for the traveling golfer.
About Amelia Island
Northeast Florida’s coastal treasure, Amelia Island is a barrier island rich in colorful history and breath-taking natural beauty. Its long, beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and pristine waters have made the island a favorite destination for outdoor adventure. Upscale resorts with world-class spas, championship golf and exclusive dining blend effortlessly with a captivating collection of bed and breakfast inns and historic district. 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.
