AMELIA ISLAND, Florida-- With an irresistible mix of eclectic dining experiences, Amelia Island is pleased to announce its first-ever Restaurant Week. The new program which runs January 25 through February 1, 2009, will offer area residents and visitors a fixed menu, including three courses and a beverage, ranging from $19 to $29. Additionally, diners may enter to win a "Year of Dining," with 12, $50 gift certificates to be used once a month for an entire year.
"Our barrier island is home to more than 40 distinctive restaurants, offering everything from fresh-from-the-docks seafood to an authentic mix of extraordinary cuisine," said Gil Langley, President & CEO of the Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau. "Dining on Amelia Island is an important element of our guests' experience. It's great to begin 2009 with this exceptional offering."
Participating Restaurants include:
In conjunction with Restaurant Week, several of the accommodators will be offering Amelia Island hotel specials, including the popular third and fourth night free deal.
Recently named among the Top 10 North American islands by Conde Nast Traveler's Reader's Choice Awards, Amelia Island is a barrier island rich in colorful history and breath-taking natural beauty. Its long, beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and pristine waters have made the island a favorite destination for outdoor adventure. Upscale resorts (i.e. Ritz-Carlton and Amelia Island Plantation) with world-class spas, championship golf and exclusive dining blend effortlessly with a captivating collection of bed and breakfast inns and quaint historic district. The island is home to Fernandina Beach, once a vibrant Victorian seaport village, and now a charming downtown district of eclectic shops, attractions, and eateries. Forget the everyday getaway; Come make memories on Amelia Island.
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Source: Press release, Hayworth Creative Public Relations
