Travelore Tips Top 10 Summer Vacation Packages On Amelia Island

This summer, the Omni Amelia Island Plantation is offering three packages: the Big Break Getaway package for golfers, Fish to Fork Event package for foodies and Paddles & Pedals package for outdoorsy types.

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Contributed by Dalia Colon

How do I love summer on Amelia Island? Let me count the ways. Here, in no particular order, are 10 Amelia Island vacation offers to consider in summer 2014.

1. Amelia Hotel at the Beach offers the All Aboard package. Starting at $420, the package includes a two-night stay, dinner for two at the Crab Trap Restaurant in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, two tickets for Amelia River Cruises and a daily breakfast buffet. 877-263-5428;ameliahotel.com. Use rate code RCD2.

2. The picturesque Amelia Island Williams House B&B presents the Summer Fling Getaway. Stay two nights and get a third night free between June 1 and Sept. 1, 2014. Guests are treated to complimentary fresh baked cookies and lemonade upon arrival, a two-course breakfast, complimentary wine and appetizers each evening, use of the inn’s bikes, free Wi-Fi, and beach towels and chairs. 800-414-9258; williamshouse.com.

3. Fairbanks House is offering new lower rates on its Romance and Honeymoon packages. The offer features accommodations with private Jacuzzi tubs, daily breakfast, evening social hours with adult beverages and hors d’oeuvres, wine, chocolate covered-strawberries and dinners at local fine-dining restaurants. Packages range from two to seven nights and start at $435 for two. The sale price is valid July 6 Labor Day weekend. 888-891-9880; fairbankshouse.com.

4. ERA Fernandina Beach Realty is offering a 20 percent discount on weekly rentals of select oceanfront and resort condos. Enjoy special pricing through Aug. 15. 800-741-4011;ameliavacations.com.

5. Sunday through Thursday, get 10 percent off your stay at the Amelia Island Hampton Inn at the Beach. 904-321-1111; ameliaislandhamptoninn.com.

6. When you stay at least four night at Hoyt House B&B, take advantage of the Fun Inn the Sun special -- a $115 value that includes daily breakfast, a six pack of cold beer delivered poolside daily, a cruise around Amelia Island for two, $4 “Hoytie Toytie” martinis and late check-out. 904-277-4300;hoythouse.com. Use rate code FIS804.

7. The luxurious Omni Amelia Island Plantation has not one but three special packages available this summer: The Big Break Getaway package for golfers, the Fish to Fork Event package for foodies and the Paddles & Pedals package for outdoorsy types. Prices and dates vary. 800-843-6664; omniameliaislandplantation.com.

8. Sun worshippers will want to get in on the Let’s Beach It package at family-friendly Residence Inn - Amelia Island. Starting at $199, the offer includes hot breakfast, two Amelia Island beach towels, Amelia Island beach bag with bottled waters, two lip balms, complimentary shuttle service to and from the beach, one-day rental for two beach chairs with an umbrella and a discount at Sun Gallery. 866-245-6099; residenceinnameliaisland.com.

9. If you’re looking to splurge, the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island won’t disappoint. The luxury resort’s Discover With You package at starts at $489 per night and includes accommodations, daily breakfast for two, a $100 hotel credit to spend at selected outlets, Salt amenity and a VIP invitation to participate in the daily Infused Salt Tasting at the Salt Shop. 904-277-1100;ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland.

10. Get up to 30 percent off at Summer Beach Resort. The condominiums, townhouses and villas at Summer Beach feature full kitchens and washer/dryer. 800-862-9297; summerbeach.com.

Now for the fine print: Blackout dates may apply; expiration dates vary. To further explore Amelia Island, visit ameliaisland.com.

For more ways to maximize your money this summer and throughout the year, check out my VISIT FLORIDA Smart Travel page. I also share deals on Facebook and Twitter.

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