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This list of resorts is part two of a segment I taped with FOX Orlando TV on my Top Five Staycation Deals. You won’t want to miss these summer offers!

#1 Two-Bedroom Gulf-View on Sanibel Island for $99? YES!

Sanibel Arms West, on Sanibel Island, near the famous lighthouse! Check out this deal: $99 for a two-bedroom Gulf-view unit with a full kitchen and two free coolie cups at check-in! This is a large unit, can accommodate a family of six. Five-night minimum - for all Florida residents and military personnel. Valid May 1 to Aug 31, 2009. Call 800.950.1138 or log on to sanibelarmswest.com.

The beaches of Sanibel are incredible and this is an unbelievably inexpensive deal. No free meals like some package deals, but you get a full kitchen so you can bring your own groceries and you’re right on the Gulf with all those fabulous seashells – for $99 for a two-bedroom. WOW. If you stay a week, they will give you a pass for a free dolphin cruise, too.

# 2 Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club from $149

Live the good life for a fraction of the normal price with “Summer Value Rates.” Package includes:

• free greens fees on the resort’s championship golf course (save $67 pp)
• two reserved beach chairs (save $10 pp)
• unlimited tennis (save $10 per hour)
• access to their world-class Spa and Fitness Center (save $20 pp)
• valet parking
• afternoon tea and cookies at 4 p.m. daily
• free admission for kids ages five to 12 in the morning activities of the Beach Klub 4 Kids program

NOTE: Normally, rates in summer start at $180 / in winter $325. You’ll save hundreds! Rates valid May 27-Sep 30, 2009.

#3 The Colony Beach and Tennis Resort on Longboat Key from $149

Stay in a one-bedroom suite on beautiful Long Boat Key from $149!
Package includes: daily $50 resort credit to use as you wish - tennis lessons, dinner, cocktails, spa or shop at their gourmet market and wine shop.

Named, “One of the Top 5 Family Resorts in the US” by Child magazine for the last four years! And, this is the top tennis resort in the entire United States.

Valid April 27 through Oct 4. Call 941.383.6464 or visit colonybeachresort.com for reservations. Blackout periods: May 21-24; July 1-7.

#4 Lido Beach Resort on Sarasota from $159

"Honey We're Stuck with the Kids" package includes:

• A complimentary beach tote stuffed with beach toys, a souvenir beach towel and snacks to keep the little ones occupied
• (2) Complimentary cocktail coupons for Mom & Dad to enjoy at the poolside Tiki Bar
• Children may participate in daily poolside activities
  
• Complimentary beach chairs and cabana
• Transportation to and from St. Armand's Circle, complimentary parking and no resort fees
  

Call 1-800-441-2113 and request the “FAMILY BEACH” package. Two-night minimum, valid through 12/31/09. Web site is: www.lidobeachresort.com.

The Resort has 223 guestrooms, and all feature full refrigerators, dual stovetop, dishwasher, microwave and dinette. Plus, enjoy a wide variety of additional amenities. Their guestrooms feel more like an apartment than a hotel room – nice.

#5 Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa for $159 – leave the kids with grandma & GO!

Enjoy this AAA Four Diamond resort for only $159* per night. Includes:

• Luxury ocean-view accommodations
• Breakfast for two at Sinclair’s Ocean Grill (their signature restaurant)
• Self-guided tour of the historic Jupiter Lighthouse
• Daily beach chair set-up
• $25 Resort Credit to spend as you wish

Fine Print: Valid through 9/30/09. To book, visit www.jupiterbeachresort.com or call (800) 228-8810 and use promo code: JUPLOC. *Rates based upon availability. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Must show proof of Florida residency. Resort Credit may not be applied to room rate and has no cash value.