| I predict the University of Colorado’s Buffalos will be mooing for mercy when they face the Florida State University Seminoles at the upcoming 2008 River City Showdown. If you are tempted by the idea of a seriously good time you should boogie down to Florida to watch the football game on Saturday, September 27 at the Jacksonville Municipal Stadium in Jacksonville.
If you’d like to stay close to the action but not so close to the crowds, you should consider nearby Amelia Island (45 minutes from the stadium). Several hotels, inns and resorts there are offering discounted rates and packages during the event. Before and after the game, you can frolic at the
island's stunning beaches, feast at one of the many restaurants, or explore the state parks and historic districts. And, if you’d like to ruin a perfectly good walk, you can take a swing at a round of championship golf!
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The following Amelia Island accommodators are offering special rates during the River City Showdown:
Addison on Amelia (800) 943-1604
The 14-room Addison on Amelia offers guests full plated breakfasts each
morning, high quality linens and towels, and the finest in toiletries.
With private, semi-private and public porches and a soothing fountain
courtyard, Addison provides visitors a relaxing oasis of tranquility.
The recently re-opened bed and breakfast inn is offering football fans a
free fourth night, when booking three nights.
Amelia Hotel at the Beach (877) 263-5428
Guests of the 90-room Amelia Hotel at the Beach find themselves just
minutes from the historic downtown Fernandina area and across the street
from the island's famous beaches. Favorite amenities include
complimentary continental breakfast, "Dreamspa" Tempur-pedic beds
(featured in Balcony rooms), 24-hour coffee and tea service, free local
phone calls and complimentary wireless internet access. During the
River City Showdown, the property will offer special rates starting at
$109 per night on standard rooms, and including deluxe continental
breakfast.
Amelia Island Plantation (888) 213-5045
Nestled among 1,350 acres of natural splendor, the AAA-Four Diamond
Plantation is home to 72 holes of championship golf, 23 tennis courts,
20 swimming pools, a remarkable spa, golf and tennis schools, a shopping
village, bike trails and much more. During the River City Showdown,
Amelia Island Plantation is offering a River City Showdown package*,
featuring rates starting at $149 per room, 25 percent discount on golf,
and a drink coupon for a free beverage at the Falcon's Nest.
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Amelia Island Williams House (800) 414-9258
With its crystal chandeliers and beautiful antiques, the 10-room Amelia
Island Williams House bed and breakfast treats guests to the historical
and elegant ambiance of an Old Florida era. Guests can enjoy a
Victorian Tea on the second Wednesday of each month. During the
River City Showdown, the Amelia Island Williams House will be offering a
third night free, to those who book two nights.
Ash Street Inn (800) 277-6660
The Ash Street Inn is a contemporary, sophisticated bed and breakfast
located in the historic district of downtown Fernandina Beach.
Amenities include fresh-baked cookies and lemonade daily, in-room hot
tubs, wireless internet, and in-house massages, plus complimentary
bicycles, movies, and much more. Football fans can enjoy a
buy-two-nights, get-one-free deal for the River City Showdown.
Beachside Motel (877) 261-4236
Located directly on the Atlantic Ocean, the Beachside Motel offers
spacious rooms, cable television and a large pool, and is just a short
drive from the Museum of History, Centre Street in Fernandina Beach, and
several great local restaurants. They will be offering a 15 percent off
Manager's Web Special for those booking online during the River City
Showdown. Additionally, they are participating in the buy two nights
get the third free promotion.
Hampton Inn @ Fernandina Beach (800) 426-7866
Hampton Inn @ Fernandina Beach is located one block from the beach.
Guest amenities include renovated guestrooms featuring the Hilton "Cloud
Nine" pillow top bedding system, as well as a microwave, refrigerator,
and wireless high speed Internet access. A complimentary breakfast with
hot and cold items is served each morning. During the River City
Showdown, the property will honor their pay for two nights and get the
third night free deal, starting at $159 per night.
Summer Beach Resort (800) 862-9297
Summer Beach Resort offers a variety of private, oceanfront
accommodations, including villas, town homes, and luxury condominiums.
All accommodations include fully-equipped kitchen, washer, dryer, patio,
and other amenities, creating a home away from home. Guests visiting
during the River City Showdown will be able to pay for one night and get
the second night free.
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