MARCO ISLAND, Fla. -- Santa along with sand-and-sun-lovers alike are all flocking one place this holiday season, the Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa. Coming off the heels of a $175 million renovation, the resort is spreading the holiday cheer with a complimentary stay on Christmas night, peppermint pedicures, holiday crafts galore and more. The resort’s gift to guests this year is picking up the tab on December 25. Christmas night is FREE with any stay of five nights or more between December 21, 2006 and January 1, 2007. Nightly rates start at $199.*
Travelers won’t be the only ones turning their sleds south this holiday season, Santa will know where to find you as he makes a special appearance at the resort on Christmas Eve. This special visit compliments a full roster of holiday festivities and sights including:
* Holiday-themed sand sculpture, created by world-renowned artist John Gowdy
* Cooking demonstrations for those who miss fussing over the holiday stove
* Traditional reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
* Holiday crafts such as reindeer ornaments, Christmas stockings, holiday photo cards & more
The Spa at Marco Island is helping guests ‘pep’ up their holiday with a special Peppermint Pleasures menu. Peppermint pedicures, peppermint facials and peppermint massages will surely help guests unwind and get in the holiday spirit. While Mrs. Claus hits the spa, Santa might be found on the links Christmas Day with some elf friends. Two guests can hit the links for the price of one at The Rookery at Marco. The resort will offer a plethora of holiday dining options throughout the property. For those opting to maintain the island-style theme, guests can enjoy “Christmas on the Beach” at Quinn’s, the resort’s beachfront dining option.
For reservations and more information, please call 800-GET-HERE or visit www.holidaysinmarcoisland.com.
*Rates are based on double occupancy and do not include tax or surcharge. A five-night stay is required to receive complimentary Christmas night stay.
Contact:
Michelle Abril, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x237; mabril@quinnandco.com
Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com
