Amelia Island Plantation

Located on Florida’s northernmost island, Amelia Island Plantation offers a secluded sanctuary within easy reach of major U.S. cities via Jacksonville International Airport. Noted for its pristine natural environment, the 1,350-acre resort borders the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway with uncrowded beaches, world-renowned golf and tennis, a luxury spa, and 49,000 square feet of function space.

Large groups choose the Amelia Inn and Executive Conference Centers, located under one roof just steps away from the 249-room, all ocean-view inn and beach club. Patios and terraces surround two ballrooms and 15 breakout rooms with amenities like built-in audiovisual systems, controlled lighting, unobstructed sight lines, and wireless Internet access.

For groups of up to 100, the Racquet Park Conference Center provides a self-contained space adjacent to the tennis complex and fitness center. Extravagant theme parties and banquets utilize the adjoining Grand Pavilion, while alfresco events unfold in scenic pool deck, beachfront, and marshland venues throughout the property.

Thanks to the group recreation department, custom-designed activities like team building and themed dinner events bring excitement to any agenda. Spousal offerings range from fashion shows and spa treatments to historical tours—plus, the resort entices attendees to bring the family with its award-winning children’s program and the home-away-from-home ambience of the Villas at Amelia, complete with kitchens, living rooms, and the tranquillity of nature close at hand.

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Posted Nov 19, 2008 by Elite Concierge
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Jack Healan, president of Amelia Island Plantation, has received the prestigious education award " signified by a pineapple " from the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Educational Foundation. He was chosen for his outstanding service to the Lodging Management Program.

Healan was nominated by Rochelle Stanfill, director of Tampas International Academy of Resort Operations at Jefferson High School, where, for the last seven years, Amelia Island Plantation has had a partnership with the school. According to Stanfill, The partnership has set a benchmark for business education which we hope other businesses will try to achieve.

In more awards news, Amelia Island Plantation has been given the 2008 Award of Excellence from Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine. Resorts were selected by subscribers who voted for the properties that best served their corporate meetings and/or incentive travel programs during the last year.

Finally, the Spa & Salon at Amelia Island Plantation was honored as one of the top Salons & Spas for 2008 by Jacksonville Magazine.

We are very pleased that we were chosen, said Bill Di Stanisloa, director of the Spa & Salon. Our local clients are extremely important to us, and it has been our goal to deliver our all natural, non-toxic products both to our resort guests and to our local clientele. We deliver treatments, packages and programs to give our neighbors better opportunities to visit us. Posted Nov 19, 2008 by Elite Concierge
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Jack Healan, president of Amelia Island Company, has been named one of the first two inductees into the Floridas First Coast of Golf Hall of Fame. Healan was a founding member in 1992 and an early leader for this destination marketing organization tasked with promoting golf and golf travel to Northeast Florida.

Jack was instrumental in conceiving Floridas First Coast of Golf and making it a reality, said David Reese, president of Floridas First Coast of Golf. His support for golf travel has been unwavering for the past 16 years.

In tennis news, Tennis Magazine has named Amelia Island Plantation as one of the top 50 resorts in the U.S. for 2008. The semi-annual review of tennis resorts was conducted by a veteran travel writer who examined courts, quality of instruction and clinics, as well as the all-around resort experience. Posted Oct 30, 2008 by Lynn W
Subscribe - RSS Feed Amelia Island Plantation, Florida's premier island resort, has been selected for excellence by meeting planners and travelers. Long recognized as a resort destination for both business and leisure travel, Amelia Island Plantation has earned the Meetings and Conventions magazine Gold Key and Gold Tee awards, as well as Resorts & Great Hotels' exclusive Connoisseur's Collection for 2008.
Furthermore, readers of Meetings and Conventions magazine voted to recognize Amelia Island Plantation as a top meeting destination in the United States. According to the magazine "the Gold Key Award has set the bar for excellence among industry and meeting professionals who rely on this mark to symbolize outstanding meeting facilities." In addition, the resort was chosen as a "top golf and meeting hotels and resorts destination throughout the world." The 2008 Resorts & Great Hotels Connoisseur's Collection acknowledges outstanding properties that are favored by readers for "providing a luxury product and for having what it takes to meet their expectations."
Amelia Island Plantation, renowned for its commitment to nature and the beauty of its property, is a Florida-certified Green Lodging resort. As such, it is recognized for its voluntary pledge to the environment through its innovative programs in energy, lighting and water management, recycling, use of reclaimed water for landscape and golf course irrigation, use of clean and green products in pest control and housekeeping, and transitioning to solar energy and biodegradable containers on the resort's 1,350 acres. Just 29 miles northeast of Jacksonville International Airport, the resort boasts 3 miles of wide, uncrowded beach, 72 holes of championship golf, 23 Har Tru clay tennis courts, 20 pools including the two-tiered three pool Beach Club, luxury spa, nature center, 10 dining options, Segway tours, kayaking, and many other opportunities.
For More Information, Contact:
Leigh Coulter Beal, APR
904.277.5141
904.753.0454
[email]coulterbeal.leigh@aipfl.com[/email] Posted Sep 5, 2008 by Lynn W
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Philadelphia, PA - August 12, 2008 -
CR Certification Corporation ("CardioReady"), the nation's only provider of independent auditing and certification of cardiac emergency readiness programs, today announced that the Amelia Island Plantation Inn, its Conference centers, and its Beach Club have met the best practices and necessary standards to obtain CardioReady Certification for cardiac emergency preparedness. Amelia Island Plantation features more than 49,000 square feet of versatile function space to accommodate banquets, conferences and theme parties of up to 1,000 guests.

"We are very proud of this accomplishment. CardioReady Certification exemplifies our commitment to the health and safety of our guests and employees," said Richard Goldman, Sr.Vice President/Chief Marketing Officer, Amelia Island Plantation. As travelers become more sophisticated, they expect more. We have delivered better service, better facilities and now, with the AEDs and CardioReady's standards, we are delivering a safer environment for everyone who visits or works at our resort."

"Amelia's commitment to the environment, as well as their attention to detail has always set them apart," said John C. Adderton, President and CEO of CardioReady. "Deploying an emergency response program across their Inn and meeting space areas is another example of their ongoing efforts to raise the bar and deliver on their commitment to their guests."

"Our partnership with Amelia is strong and growing as we now look forward to adding their 72 championship holes to our exclusive list of CardioReady Medalist Certified golf courses in the United States," Adderton added.

CardioReady Certification assures that a comprehensive and reliable public access AED program is in place which provides immediate AED accessibility, proper AED maintenance, appropriately CPR/AED trained on-site personnel, medical oversight and prompt EMS notification.

About Amelia Island Plantation
Amelia Island Plantation, known for its commitment to nature and the beauty of its property, is a Florida-certified Green Lodging resort. As such, it is recognized for its voluntary commitment to the environment and its innovative programs in energy, lighting and water management, recycling, use of reclaimed water for landscape and golf course irrigation, use of clean and green products in pest control and housekeeping, and transitioning to solar energy and biodegradable containers throughout the resort's 1,350 acres. Just 29 miles northeast of Jacksonville CR Certification Corporation, 12 Lexington Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753 (732) 475-9208 info@cardioready.com International Airport, the resort boasts 3 miles of wide, uncrowded beach, 72 holes of championship golf, 23 Har Tru clay tennis courts, 20 pools including the two-tiered three pool Beach Club, luxury spa, nature center, 10 dining options, Segway tours, kayaking, and much more.

About CardioReady Certification Corporation
CR Certification Corporation ("CardioReady"), in collaboration with the American Heart
Association, works with industry-leading entities in the markets it serves to reduce death from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) through the education, certification, and promotion of the proper implementation and usage of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). CardioReady is a federally registered certification mark owned by CR Certification Corporation and the company is also an exclusive licensee of AED Patent Holdings, LLC. For additional information, go to www.cardioready.com / info@cardioready.com
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CR Certification Corporation Media Contact:
Theresa Thomas
Muhlenkamp Strategic Marketing
856-467-6463
tthomas@muhlenkampsm.com Posted Jun 10, 2008 by Leigh
Subscribe - RSS Feed In its first year of selections, Golf Digest has named Amelia Island Plantation one of its top 10 Green Golf resorts in 2008. In addition to this environmental selection, the magazine also awarded the Amelia Island Plantation courses its Silver Medal designation for the 13th year in a row.
Some of the aspect's that entered into the designation are that:
*The property's four courses -- Amelia River (public welcome), Long Point (member preferred), Oak Marsh and Ocean Links - are Audubon sanctuary certified courses.
*Amelia Island Plantation uses reclaimed, or gray, water to irrigate its courses and its landscaping.
*The resort has been committed to the environment and its natural habitat since its founding in 1973, and has an ambitious program of "green initiatives" designed to make the resort, its guests and its employees more aware environmentally.

The green initiatives include:
*resort-wide recycling in all of its food, beverage, lodging and office venues,
*use of biodegradable chemicals for pest extermination and plant fertilization,
*use of only green-friendly lighting and printing, and
*disposable corn- and potato-based containers for carry-out products.

Amelia Island Plantation is Florida's premier island resort with 610 accommodations with ocean-, resort- and golf course views, 3 miles of wide uncrowded beach, 72 holes of championship golf, 23 tennis courts, 20 pools, 7-plus miles of hiking and biking trails, nature center, Segways, kayaking and numerous other recreational activities. The property's maritime forest of live oaks has been preserved at more than 75 percent of its original tree canopy. Only 35 minutes northeast of Jacksonville International Airport, Amelia Island Plantation is the resort of choice for singles, families and retirees alike.

For More Information Contact:
Leigh Coulter Beal, APR
Public Relations Manager
Amelia Island Plantation
Phone 904.277.5141
Mobile 904.753.0454
Fax: 904.321.5060
Email: coulterbeal.leigh@aipfl.com
For Immediate Release March 2008 Posted Jun 10, 2008 by Leigh
Subscribe - RSS Feed With its recent Green Lodging designation celebration beginning, Amelia Island Plantation has teamed up with GenPower, a Jacksonville company dedicated to solar power products and solutions. The joint venture includes solar powered fountains in water and several golf carts for use throughout the property.

"We could not be more thrilled about our new partnership with GenPower," said Bill Di Stanisloa, director of The Spa at Amelia Island Plantation and director of the resort's Green Team. "The Davis family is committed to alternative energy sources as much as our resort and we're lucky to have a chance to work with them on this project."

In its beginning phases, Amelia Island Plantation and GenPower are joining together on the fountain and the golf cart project and will then move to increasing the resort's solar presence through solar water heaters, solar vehicles and more.

Lavelle Davis, president of GenPower, also sees this relationship as a win-win. "At GenPower, we could not be anymore excited about this opportunity to work with Amelia Island Plantation in its quest towards 'Green Technology'. Their vision, which is nothing less than admirable, is driven by an honest effort and a true concern toward our future and our environment which others seem to have forgotten."
Amelia Island Plantation is located just northeast of Jacksonville off the coast of Florida, and is one of the original resorts committed to its environment. It has received its designation as a Green Lodging destination through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. With energy management systems, resort-wide recycling, the use of reclaimed water for irrigation, and the use of "clean and green" products in its extermination, housekeeping and landscaping areas, Amelia Island Plantation has moved to the forefront to protect the health and safety of the environment. The resort encompasses 1,350 acres with 72 holes of championship golf, 20 pools, 3 miles of uncrowded beach, 23 clay tennis courts and an abundance of nature and nature programs.

For More Information Contact:
Leigh Coulter Beal, APR
Public Relations Manager
Amelia Island Plantation
Phone 904.277.5141
Mobile 904.753.0454
Fax: 904.321.5060
Email: coulterbeal.leigh@aipfl.com
For Immediate Release May 2008 Posted Jun 10, 2008 by Leigh
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AMELIA ISLAND - Amelia Island Plantation has received the coveted and hard-won Green Lodging destination certification from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The ceremony to award the certification will be held Tuesday, May 27, at 11 a.m. at the resort's gazebo outside its Spa and Shops village. The voluntary state initiative provides the lodging industry with technical assistance by encouraging hotels and motels to adopt cost-saving "green" practices that reduce waste and conserve natural resources.

"Amelia Island Plantation is taking the necessary steps to help protect, restore and conserve Florida's natural resources," according to DEP district director Bill Green. "We are pleased to welcome the resort to the Florida Green Lodging Program family."

Green noted the resort's commitment to the environment through its resort-wide recycling program that includes the resort's 800-plus full time residents, guests and employees. The program includes glass, plastic, aluminum and newspapers, plus electronics. The resort also shows its commitment to being "green" through its use of computerized energy saving HVAC systems in its oceanfront Amelia Inn, automatic and low flush water fixtures in guest and public restrooms, low energy and long lasting fluorescent lighting resort wide, Project Planet linen and towel re-use program, reclaimed water for irrigating its landscaping and golf courses, and clean and green pest control and housekeeping products. The resort also is implementing corn-based "to go" containers in its restaurants, investigating solar water heaters, golf carts, service vehicles and guest shuttles, and continuing its use of recycled and recyclable paper in its printing.

To be a designated member of the Florida Green Lodging Program, hotels must implement a variety of green practices. These practices include, but are not limited to, water conservation measures through low flow plumbing fixtures and a linen reuse program, and energy efficiency achieved by installing ENERGY STAR appliances and programmable thermostats. The waste reduction criteria are met by providing the opportunity to recycle, purchasing items in bulk, purchasing recycled materials and by recycling ink and toner cartridges. All designated properties must also use green cleaners and high efficiency air filters, and clean air handler units frequently.

"We have focused on being in harmony with nature since our founding in 1971," said Jack Healan, president of the Amelia Island Company. "Our environmental record is unusually strong and our company's "Green Team" has moved it to an even higher level for the environment, the resort and our island as a whole."

Amelia Island Plantation, Florida's premier island resort, covers 1,350 live oak-canopied acres in northeast Florida, just 29 miles from Jacksonville International Airport. With 3 miles of wide uncrowded beach, 72 holes of championship golf on four Audubon International certified sanctuary golf courses, 49,000-plus square feet of meeting and convention space, a two-tiered three pool Beach Club, 10 dining outlets, 23 tennis courts, state-of-the-art health and fitness center, award-winning Kids' Camp Amelia, and much more.

Launched in March 2004, the Florida Green Lodging Program establishes environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution. As reward for designation, the state is recommending designated properties in the Florida Green Lodging Program to companies and trade organizations seeking environmentally conscious lodging and convention facilities. With the addition of Amelia Island Plantation, the program has more than 173 designated properties and more than 335 applicants.

For more information about Amelia Island Plantation, call 866.213.8045 or visit www.aipfl.com. For information on the Florida Green Lodging Program, visit www.dep.state.fl.us/greenlodging.

For More Information Contact:
Leigh Coulter Beal, APR
Public Relations Manager
Amelia Island Plantation
Phone 904.277.5141
Mobile 904.753.0454
Fax: 904.321.5060
Email: coulterbeal.leigh@aipfl.com