Amelia Island, FL – The Omni Amelia Island Plantation invites Georgia Bulldogs and Florida Gators to celebrate the biggest weekend in college football with a special GA vs. FL Tailgate package at the oceanfront resort including game day transportation and drinks as well as a plethora of parties, specials and football celebrations!
From the Nature Center excursions to the annual GA/FL Boardwalk Bash or Falcon”s Nest Jagermeister After Party to a Game Day 5K, spa services tailored for the devoted fan and a special sale in The Shops.
The GA/FL Tailgate Package features luxurious accommodations in the Omni Amelia Island Plantation resort and free round-trip transportation with tailgate beverages starting at $299 per night. And guests can book either the Georgia Bulldogs or Florida Gators package.
To round out the weekend, a full calendar of football events include:
Thursday, October 25
Okefenokee Swamp at Night
4pm, Nature Center
Take an adventure to the Land of the Trembling Earth with spectacular views of the sunset over the swamp by boat while searching for emerging alligators and roosting wading birds. Includes a southern style dinner and transportation.
Friday, October 26
Camp Amelia (9am-4pm, Nature Center **Reserved for resort guests and Club members**)
Kid’s enjoy special adventure day camp while parent’s explore their own beach vacation. Available as a full day for $70; Half day from 9am-1pm for $55; or 1-4pm for $45.
Just For Kids (6:30-9:30pm, Nature Center **Reserved for resort guests and Club members**)
Nighttime themed kid’s dinner party for resort guests, the perfect evening of fun for the youngsters while the parents attend the Boardwalk Bash. $55 per child, includes dinner.
GA-FL Boardwalk Bash (5-9pm, Marché Burette at The Shops)
Football boardwalk bash featuring bounce house, crafts and tennis for kids; football toss and corn hole games; and live music with DRB from 6-9 pm featuring swinging arrangements from the ’40s to the sizzling top hits of today with a wide variety of music including big band, blues, funk, pop, rock and country. Full bar and sampling of food including grilled gator, pizzas, pork sliders, burgers and more will be available!
Movie Under the Stars (9pm, The Shops)
Grab the family and bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a complimentary family friendly flick under the stars.
GA/FL Jagermeister After Party (9pm-1am, Falcon’s Nest)
Continue the pre-game celebration with the Ron Perry Connection playing live outside on the deck from 9pm-1am with a blend of classic rock, dance favorites, acoustic music and current hits. Specialty cocktails, giveaways and prizes, full bar, and sampling of food including pork sliders, wings, burgers, and more will be available.
Saturday, October 27 – GAME DAY
Game Day 5K (9am, Racquet Park)
Benefiting Relay for Life, run or walk in your team colors at the Game Day 5K! $20 pre-registration for adults, $10 for children with a $5 increase on race day. To register email kakelly@omnihotels.com.
Camp Amelia GA/FL Special (11am-7pm; Nature Center **Reserved for resort guests and Club members**)
Kids are busy with a day of recreation extreme fun while the parents attend the GA/FL football game! $95 includes 2 meals & snacks. 24-hour pre-registration required. Camp will begin 30 minutes prior to game bus departure and end 30 minutes post return.
Falcon’s Nest Game Day Specials (9am-2am, Falcon’s Nest)
Join us for an early pre-game breakfast from 9am-12pm featuring a Southwestern Breakfast Burrito, Scramble Egg Platter, Breakfast Sandwiches, Florida Sunnyside Combo, Georgia Pancake Platter and more! From 12-6pm catch football specials on our tailgate menu including Fried Gator Bites and Bull Dawg Bites. Regular menu and drink specials available after 6pm.
Game Day Transportation (12pm, Racquet Park)
Starting October 13, guests that are not booked on the special GA/FL Tailgate Package can purchase any remaining game day transportation tickets on the bus for $75 per guest including 3 tailgate beverages per guest. Buses will park in stadium tailgate lot and return 30 minutes after end of the game. Call 904-261-6161 to book your seat after October 13th.
Beach Fire (7-9pm, resort beach **Reserved for resort guests and Club members**)
Wrap up the game day celebrations with a relaxing beach fire under the stars.
Sunday, October 28
Naturalist Brunch Kayak (9:30am, Nature Center)
Take a two hour paddle with the naturalists through the tidal marsh creek at walkers landing. After the relaxing paddle, enjoy lunch at the picnic tables along the waterfront while viewing the spectacular scenery. Choose from a variety of options on the menu. $75 adults/$65 children
Spa Specials
Relaxing 50-minute services for just $99*
-Gator Scrub – Enjoy our three tea, ginger and sugar scrub. This treatment rids the body of old skin cells, while enhancing its elasticity and replenishing lost moisture.
-Bulldog Rub – Relax with a gentle rhythmic massage designed to relax the body, reduce muscle tension and increase circulation.
*Available October 21-31, 2012. Specials can not be combined with any other discount.
The Shops Sale
Receive 15% off anything with red, black, orange or blue in it at Harrison’s Mercantile and Amelia’s Signature Shop. Sale valid October 26-28, 2012.
For more information visit www.omniameliaislandplantation.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.
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