Spring, Summer Bring Special Values, Unique Packages to Amelia Island
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (March 30, 2009) - Visitors to northeast Florida’s beautiful Amelia Island can now enjoy a wide array of seasonal specials and savings. Introduced for the spring and summer travel, this selection of accommodation specials and packages will allow visitors to experience one of North America’s most popular island destinations at tremendous savings.
Spring and summer packages on Amelia Island include the following:
Located minutes from the historic downtown Fernandina area and across the street from the island’s famous beaches, the 86-room Amelia Hotel at the Beach is offering an Island Spring Special through the end of May with rates starting as low as $89. Plus, the hotel is offering a Family Summer Package for $599 (plus tax). The package includes two nights for two adults and two kids in a standard room, two kites, a beach tote, beach buckets, and a certificate for dinner for four one evening at the Crab Trap. Packages exclude holiday and special events and are subject to availability. The Island Spring Special is only available by phone.
www.ameliahotel.com (877) 263-5428
Nestled among 1,350 acres of natural splendor, the AAA-Four Diamond Amelia Island Plantation is offering several packages. The Family Value Days package offers accommodations in a two-bedroom villa, family recreation including Kids Camp Amelia, on-property Nature Tours bicycles, etc., kids under 13 eat free, and kids under 16 play golf and tennis free with a paying adult. The package starts at $229 per night resort or $279 per night oceanview, and is valid through the end of May. The resort also is offering a fourth night free deal for visitors who pay for three nights. The deal includes a 25 percent discount on Golf, Tennis, Nature Tours, Bicycle Rentals and Youth Programs. Discount is available through the end of May and is subject to availability.
With its crystal chandeliers and beautiful antiques, the 10-room Amelia Island Williams House bed and breakfast has a number of unique packages for guests. Starting at $495, the B&B’s Celebrate Spring package is available for the month of April, and includes a spring basket filled with goodies, gourmet breakfast each morning, sunset wine and hors d’oeuvres each evening, and two tickets for the Amelia Island River Cruise. In May, guests can book the Garden Tour and Tea package, which includes a two night stay, two tickets to the Amelia Island Bed & Breakfast Association’s Spring Garden Tour and Tea, a Victorian "Tussie Mussie" for Mom and gourmet breakfast each morning. Prices start at $475. Packages are subject to availability and must be purchased by phone. www.williamshouse.com (800) 414-9258
Ash Street Inn, a contemporary, sophisticated bed and breakfast located in the historic district of downtown Fernandina Beach, is offering a “Stimulus Savings” discount of up to $60 per night. Prices begin at $119 per night for standard rooms and $199 per night for deluxe rooms, which include luxuriously large whirlpool tubs and balconies/porches. The discounts represent a savings of up to 35 percent. Discounts are available through June 30, 2009. Restrictions apply. www.ashstreetinn.net (800) 277-6660
Located directly on the Atlantic Ocean, the Beachside Motel is offering special rates from March through May. Ocean view or efficiency rooms start at $99 on weekdays and $129 on weekends. The property is also offering oceanfront rooms with kitchens at $159 on weekdays and $169 on weekends. Rates are not available during the Shrimp Festival or Memorial Day weekend, and are based on availability. www.beachsidemotel.com (877) 261-4236
The Hoyt House, a beautiful bed and breakfast inn with wraparound porches and tall bay windows, is offering a third and fourth night free for those staying for two or three nights. Additionally, the property is offering a 2-for-1 coupon, in which visitors can pay half price for a $100 gift certificate. The free night is valid through May, and the discounted coupon is available through June. Restrictions apply. www.hoythouse.com (800) 432-2085
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, a luxurious, 444-room resort where Southern charm meets the sea, is offering several value-packed offers during the spring and summer seasons. The Reconnect ® package includes overnight accommodations, daily breakfast for two and a $40 daily resort credit. The package starts at $249 per night and is available through May 31. The Spring to Treasure package starts at $869, and includes a two-night stay on the Club Level (featuring continuous food and beverage offerings and a dedicated concierge), a guided kayak tour, a gourmet fireside dinner, valet parking and special seasonal amenity upon arrival. www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland (800) 241-3333
Summer Beach Resort offers a variety of private, oceanfront accommodations, including villas, town homes, and luxury condominiums. Through May, the resort is giving a free night to guests who purchase three nights at select units. www.summerbeach.com (800) 862-9297
For visitor information and online planning, visit www.ameliaisland.com.
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* All packages are based on availability. Restrictions black out dates apply based on individual property. Please contact individual properties for restrictions and to book a package.