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Florida’s Gulf Islands are awash in a sea of appealing Bradenton story ideas. The dreamy stretches of pristine beaches offer their own trove of travel writer treasures, but there is so much more to tell. From the natural elements that connect visitors to Florida’s native marine wildlife, to popular pursuits such as shopping, antiquing, fishing and golfing, Florida’s Gulf Islands tell a never-ending story of Florida fun. Not to mention boasting one of the largest collections of independent restaurants in the U.S. Florida’s Gulf Islands - where visitors vacation happily ever after. Explore our Bradenton Florida press section for all your Florida media needs.
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Staycation Savings Stack up on Florida’s Gulf Islands Accommodators Offering Free Nights, Discounts, Special Packages
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BRADENTON, Fla. (July 25, 2008) – Floridians can enjoy significant savings with a great summer getaway on just one tank of fuel on Florida’s Gulf Islands. Several island and mainland accommodators are offering special discounts and deals throughout Anna Maria Island, Bradenton and Longboat Key. Savings range from free nights to 10 to 25% discounts on rack rates, and package discounts.

Anna Maria Island
• Book three or more consecutive nights at Anna Maria Beach Cottages through August 31 and receive a 15% discount. Mention code AMBC1 when booking.
(941) 778-1503, www.annamariabeachcottages.com

• Enjoy a 10% discount on all three-night stays at Blue Water Beach Club, available Sept. 8 through Dec. 31, 2008. Reservations are subject to availability. Holidays excluded.
(941) 778-6688, www.bluewaterbeachclub.com

• Book three nights (Monday-Wednesday) at Bungalow Beach Resort and receive the fourth night (Thursday) free!. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Not valid during holidays or weekends. Offer valid through November 13, 2008
(941) 778-3600, www.bungalowbeach.com

• Enjoy a 20% discount with rates as low as $107/night Sunday-Thursday at Bridgewalk, a Landmark Resort. Subject to availability. Holidays excluded. Not valid on existing or group reservations. Valid through January 31, 2009.
(866) 301-9721, www.silverresorts.com

• Stay three nights, get the fourth night free at Tortuga Inn Beach Resort. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Offer valid through November 13, 2008.
(941) 778-6611, www.tortugainn.com

• Stay three nights, get the fourth night free at Tradewinds Resort. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Offer valid through November 13, 2008.
(941) 779-0010, www.tradewinds-resort.com

• Receive a 15% discount on all suites at Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages through August 31. Three-night stay required. Holidays excluded.
(941) 778-1010 or (800) 206-6293, www.cedarcoveresort.com

• Enjoy 10% off already reduced rates on one- to five-bedroom accommodations at several Island Real Estate vacation rentals. Most properties offer private swimming pools.
(877) 778-6066, http://rentals.islandreal.com/rns/search/searchresults.aspx?mode=13

• Book three nights and receive the fourth night at half price at Seaside Inn & Resort. AAA members, Florida Residents and members of the Military receive a 15% discount, with proof of I.D. Offers valid through December 15, 2008. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply.
(800) 447-7124, www.seasideresort.com

• Enjoy a 33% discount with rates on Studio Suites from $89/night Sunday-Thursday at Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort. Subject to availability. Holidays excluded. Not valid on existing or group reservations. Valid through January 31, 2009.
866.302.2525, www.silverresorts.com

• Florida residents can enjoy a fourth night free this summer at The Beach Club at Anna Maria*. 866.501.7821, www.resortquestswfl.com

• Florida residents can stay three, get the fourth night free at Tradewinds Resort from August 1, 2008-January 31, 2009. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply.
(941)779-0010, www.tradewinds-resort.com

• Enjoy 10% off nightly rates at the White Sands Beach Resort. Enjoy 10% off nightly rates. Offer valid on Gulf-front beach units only for three to five-night stays. Valid weekdays through December 15. Holidays excluded. Reservations subject to availability and valid for first time customers only. Must mention promotion at time of booking.
(941) 778-2577, www.whitesandsbeachresort.com

• Enjoy a 10% discount on all three-night stays and a 15% discount on weeknight three- to five-night stays at Tropical Breeze Beach Club. 10% discount available August 15- December 20, 2008. 15% discount on weeknight rates valid through October 10 and from November 15-December 15. Reservations are subject to availability. Holidays excluded. First time customers only. Must mention promotion at time of booking.
(941) 778-2577, www.tropicalbreezebeachclub.com

Bradenton
• All rooms at the new Londoner Inn are $120 per night through July 31, 2008 – a 25% savings. Room rates include daily breakfast and afternoon tea upon arrival.
(941) 795-4657, www.thelondonerinn.com

• Enjoy special summer packages at Shorewalk Vacation Villas
(941) 794-9800 or (800) 926-9255, www.shorewalk.com

o 20th Anniversary Package – just $552 includes three-nights deluxe accommodations, 36 holes of golf, a Prime Outlet coupon book, a gift certificate for dinner at Beach House, Mar Vista or Sandbar Restaurants, a Gulf Island Welcome Gift, bottle of champagne and limousine tour of the area.

o One Tank Summer Gas Card Special – just $618 includes seven-nights accommodations and a $30 gas card. Reservations must be made for stays through August 2008. Must mention special code (GAS).

o Sweet Summer Nights Special – only $99 per night. Available August 1-31, 2008
Must mention special code (SUMM).

o Florida Resident Special – Stay three nights and receive 20% off regular rack rate. Must mention special code (RESA). Stay six nights and receive the 7th night FREE. Must mention special code (RESB). Must present a valid Florida driver’s license at check-in. Offer valid through December 15, 2008. Other restrictions apply.

• Five rooms nightly are available for just $75 per night at the Sleep Inn & Suites Riverfront through August 28, 2008 – a 20% savings off rack rate. Taxes not included.
(941) 721-4933, www.sleepinn.com/ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=FL576

Longboat Key
• Enjoy a 12-15% discount at Rolling Waves Beach Cottages. Offers valid on weekday rentals for one-bedroom beachfront units, one-bedroom beachside units, and two-bedroom beachside units. Savings range from $33 to $40 per night. Offer valid through August 28, 2008. Holidays excluded.
(941) 383-1323, info@rollingwaves.com, www.rollingwaves.com

• Florida residents can enjoy a fourth night free this summer at Turtle Crawl Inn* and Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort*. 866.501.7821, www.resortquestswfl.com

Wicker Inn Beach Resort from August 16-October 11, 2008. Stay 7 nights and receive two nights free (reservation must be from Saturday- Saturday). Stay four nights and receive one free night (reservation must be for Monday-Thursday stay). Holiday early booking special – book your holiday week now and receive mid-winter rates. Limited availability and certain restrictions may apply. Bonus Nights Special is on a space available basis.
(800) 285-3481, www.wickerinn.com

Florida’s Gulf Islands consists of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch, and is marketed by the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau through domestic and international advertising, public relations and marketing efforts. Visit www.floridasgulfislands.com for more information.

*Terms & Conditions: Must mention booking code INT 8FE at time of booking. Four-night minimum stay required. Offer valid on reservations booked by 8/31/08 for stays between now and 10/4/08. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid on new reservations only. Blackout dates apply.

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