Amelia Island Plantation Announces Wine Fest

Enjoy the tastes of a variety of wines at the 6th Annual Wine Fest at Amelia Island Plantation in May. On Friday evening, May 25, the black-tie optional event will begin with a reception at 6:30 p.m. in the Sabal Palm Room of the Ocean Grill and include a four-course gourmet dinner pairing the finest ingredients of the spring harvest with a complimenting wine from Silver Oak Cellars and another fine winery. Tickets are $125 per person, plus tax and service charge.

On Saturday, May 26, the Amelia Island Art Association will display artwork on the grounds of The Spa and Shops at Amelia Island Plantation from noon to 5:00 p.m. The wine tasting will begin at 2:00 p.m. and will feature light hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Participants will savor wines form around the world. Tickets are $40 per person in advance or $45 per person the day of the event and include tax and service charge.

Tickets for either event can be purchased by calling 904-491-4646.

What a Deal! FREE Thursdays!

Amelia Island Plantation is offering vacationers a free room! No kidding! Guests checking in on Sundays or Mondays in April and May 2007 and who stay four or five nights do not have to pay for their room on Thursday night! The package also includes a 50% discount on recreation — including golf, tennis, nature tours, bicycle rentals and more. The FREE Thursday package is subject to availability at the time of booking and is valid through May 31, 2007. The offer is available in select accommodations only. 50% off recreation excludes kayaking, instruction, horseback riding, fishing rods & reels, charters, twilight golf, off-property nature tours, Island Hoppers, Segway and cabana rentals.

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