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​Meliá Orlando Celebration
Meliá Orlando Celebrations offers an old-world charm meets new world design and contemporary comfort. Wild orchids grace tabletops and large-scale impressionist paintings combine with mosaic walls, which sets an atmosphere that is both European - an homage to its Spanish brand roots - and American Chic. Located right off of I-4, Meliá Orlando Celebration reopened in May following guidelines from the newly launched Stay Safe with Meliá by Meliá Hotels International.
 
Spacious suites feature 750-or-1,000 square feet of space and fully equipped kitchenettes, complemented by resort pool views. The hotel’s signature restaurant 360 American Bistro + Bar has modified their offerings from a self-service buffet into a market-style with pre-packaged grab and go offerings. With the promo code SAVE10MOH, guests receive 10% off nightly rates, kids stay and eat free, $100 in hotel credits, and early check-in/late check-out (conditions apply). Rates start as low as $90 per night.

About Stay Safe with Meliá:
The Spanish hotel company has partnered with Bureau Veritas a company leader in inspection, certification, and testing, to ensure the Meliá Hotels International system with regard to the management of preventative measures to combat COVID-19 in its hotels across the globe. Melia Orlando Celebration has modified its facilities and redesigned all their processes to reduce direct interaction and maintain hygiene standards and social distancing across the hotel.
 
Naples Grande Beach Resort
The beloved, independent resort is offering a special Florida Resident Rate for All deal, offering 20% off weekday rates, complete with complimentary breakfast and complimentary self-parking. Rates start as low as $195 per night for standard guest rooms, which boast sprawling private balconies with panoramic views of the city of Naples or The Gulf of Mexico
                                      
For guests that desire a bit more room, the resort is also offering its Sweet Suite Deal. Available on all 2020 bookings, this package includes the spacious accommodations of the resort’s remote Garden Villa One Bedroom Suites. Garden Villas offer an oasis away from the main tower, featuring 700 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space, two patios or balconies that overlook private gardens and ponds. Starting at $279 per night, guests who book this package will also receive daily breakfast for up to four. **Starting rate before offer is $499/night without any inclusions.
 
Naples Grande Beach Resort also has several of their signature food and beverage outlets open for limited seating and take-out options and the resort’s three pools remain open for guests, with proper six-foot distancing.  Naples Grande Beach Resort has also developed its Safety and Well-Being Promise, focusing on three key pillars: Prevention. Cleanliness. Reducing Contact
 
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
The iconic Cheeca Lodge & Spa is offering its spacious, luxury accommodations at special rates for Florida Residents. Florida Residents can save up to 20% on weekday rates, along with 10% off all activities including restaurants, spa, private pool cabanas, water sports, and more. Standard golf course rooms start as low as $189 per night. 
 
Adding to its early 2020 renovations which included the addition of an oceanfront pool and Tiki Bar, the resort also just expanded to offer private villa-style accommodations, The Casitas At Cheeca Lodge. Offering one- or two-bedroom accommodations, featuring 750 to 2,100 square feet of space and the option of resort or ocean view, The Casitas offer the most in privacy throughout the resort. Special amenities and features include large, furnished porches, fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms boasting rain showers and large soaking tubs, and washer and dryer. An ideal escape for families and group getaways, along with extended stays, The Casitas also includes personalized butler service to fulfill guests' every need during their stay. Exclusive to Casita guests only, this remote area features a private beach, pool, and tennis courts. The Casitas at Cheeca Lodge start at $1,099 per night. Cheeca Lodge & Spa has also implemented it's Safety and Well-Being Promise, focusing on three key pillars: Prevention, Cleanliness, and Reducing Contact.

(PRESS RELEASE)_Naples, Fla., July 20, 2020 – To assure travelers of its commitment to safety, Florida’s Paradise Coast – Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, has launched The Paradise Pledge encouraging business owners and locals to pledge to follow the CDC and Fl Dept. of Health Guidelines as the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
The pledge launched in July and is a voluntary program for businesses to complete to pledge the importance of safety to visitors and residents. Completing the pledge signifies the business owner will follow, meet and exceed CDC and Florida Dept of Health Safety Guidelines and protocols, in addition to the following:

• Staff will frequently wash and sanitize hands
• Guests will find hand sanitizer readily available
• Strongly encourage staff and guests to wear Face Coverings in all public spaces
• Follow CDC Protocols for cleaning and sanitation
• Train all employees on COVID safety procedures
• Continually disinfect often touched surfaces
• Follow CDC Social Distancing guidelines of at least 6 feet between guests
• Conduct daily Wellness Screenings of staff upon arrival at work, such as temperature checks or asking health questions
• Enforce building capacity limits set by local Fire Code or by legislation
• Follow future Protocols suggested by CDC and Florida Department of Health

 
“Safety is crucial for travelers right now, and we wanted to create something that would allow our locals and visitors to feel at little more at ease when they are frequenting businesses in Southwest Florida,” said Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB Executive Director Jack Wert. “We’re so proud of our businesses that have already taken the pledge and appreciate their commitment as we work together to keep our community strong.”

SOUTH FLORIDA

The Brazilian Court Hotel – Palm Beach, FL
Resort Open for Business; Starting Rate: $189/night

• Florida residents receive exclusive room rates starting at $189/night for stays June – September
  • Reflects a 15% savings 
• Complimentary valet parking ($29 value)
• Available for booking now through September 30, 2020

Tucked away on Palm Beach Island, The Brazilian Court Hotel features just 80 rooms and provides guests with a private enclave that’s ideally structured for social distancing. With no central lobby or elevators, multiple entrances and discreet exits, and an intimate boutique setting, plus contactless housekeeping and express checkout services, the property accounts for limited to no interaction with others. Order-in room service from chef Daniel Boulud's coveted Café Boulud, or dine outside on the terrace (at tables spaced out 6 ft of course). For more information, please visit www.thebraziliancourt.com.

Pelican Grand Beach Resort — Fort Lauderdale, FL
Resort Reopened: May 28, 2020; Starting Rates: $399-$899/night

• "Shelter in Paradise” starting at $399 - $899 per night for stays June 1 – December 17, 2020 using promo code SHELTER
• Upgrade your scenery and enjoy daily breakfast for two, unlimited in-room movies, a complimentary bottle of house select wine and picturesque views of sunny Fort Lauderdale or the soothing sights of the Atlantic Ocean. *Subject to availability 
• Available for booking now. 

As one of the only true beachfront, boutique resorts on Fort Lauderdale beach, Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a quaint, laid-back luxe retreat set amongst the soothing sights and sounds of the Atlantic Ocean — ideal for those looking to social distance in style. From private balconies offering an escape and toes-in-the-sand dining surrounded by fresh air to picturesque views at OCEAN2000 Restaurant & Lounge and secluded exercise and exploration with on-site paddle boarding, the opportunities for adventure are unlimited. For more information, please visit www.pelicanbeach.com. 

YVE Hotel Miami — Miami, FL
Resort Open for Business; Starting Rate: $89/night 

• Exclusive room rates starting at $89/night for stays June 2020 – March 2021 (reflects a 40% savings)
• Three Free Parks
• Flexible and refundable cancellation — we’re ready when you are!

A hidden gem, YVE Miami offers stunning Bayfront views with a friendly team ready to welcome you with social distancing measures in place, including shields between guests and staff in common areas, new individually wrapped food options and meals can be delivered to the comfort of your room, and all the essentials are free of charge like masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and wifi access to keep you connected. Centrally located, the boutique hotel is just steps away from fresh air experiences in South Beach, Little Havana, Wynwood and the Design District. For more information, please visit www.yvehotelmiami.com.

​CENTRAL FLORIDA

Streamsong Resort — Bowling Green, FL
Resort Open for Business; Starting Rates: $169-$189/night

• Florida residents receive exclusive day play rates on Streamsong Black
  • $89++ per person
  • 18 holes of walking golf
• Florida residents also enjoy Stay & Play packages
  • Starting at $169++ per person, per night
  • Includes lakeside Lodge accommodations and 18 holes of walking golf on Streamsong Black
• Both offers available for booking now through September 7, 2020

Nestled amid 16,000 acres of breathtaking naturescapes and seclusion, Streamsong Resort presents an unexpected luxury escape in an inspired setting. A unique topography of sand, lakes, and dunes has yielded 54 holes of highly-acclaimed, links-style golf — equipped with increased sanitation and hygiene practices, including a Curbside Clubhouse. The resort invites golfers to enjoy space and fresh air on the two-acre Gauntlet putting course and free-flowing 7-hole Roundabout practice area. Welcoming guests back on May 15, the ultra-modern Lodge also features a lakeside infinity pool and floating green, and will be serving socially-distanced meals at two of the resort’s five restaurants. For more information, visit www.streamsongresort.com.

Westgate Cocoa Beach — Cocoa Beach, FL
Resort Open for Business; Starting Rate: $225/night

• Florida residents receive exclusive room rates starting at $225/night
  • Reflects at 10-20% savings 

Minutes away from the Kennedy Space Center, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort offers an intimate, oceanfront retreat to bask in the sun. Guests can enjoy beachside concierge service and one-on-one surf lessons on its private beach, and take comfort in the boutique-style hotel’s spacious layout, no elevators on-property and full kitchens in each and every room. The world-famous Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier is just a few steps away, stretching 800 feet over the Atlantic Ocean, providing a gorgeous view and taking socially-distant dining on the water to a whole new level. For more information, please visit www.westgatecocoabeach.com and www.westgatecares.com.

Westgate River Ranch — Lake Wales, FL
Resort Open for Business; Starting Rate: $132/night

• Florida residents receive exclusive room rates starting at $132/night
  • Reflects at 10-20% savings 

There is no better place to socially distance than River Ranch - a luxury Glamping resort along the Kissimmee River where the stars shine fiercely every night. The 1,700 acre, elevator-less resort offers glamping tents and luxe teepees, including a personal concierge to cater to your every whim. River Ranch offers a myriad of fun, open-air activities, including: horseback riding through scenic trails, airboat rides and pontoon boat rentals, fishing along the beautiful Kissimmee River, archery, and zip-lining amongst other adventurous activities. For more information, please visit www.westgateriverranch.com and www.westgatecares.com. 

FLORIDA KEYS

Bungalows Key Largo — Key Largo, FL
Resort Reopening: June 17, 2020; Starting Rate: $785/night

• “Summer in the Florida Keys” promotion, providing guests 10% off with rates starting at $785 (rates are for two people and requires a minimum of two nights)
• Offer bookable now through Sept. 9, 2020

The luxury, adults-only (21+) Bungalows Key Largo celebrated its grand opening this past December as the first and only all-inclusive resort in the Florida Keys. Located just 60 miles south of Miami, the property lends itself perfectly to those seeking an escape free of crowded spaces and groups of people. Steeped in timeless island elegance, the boutique, waterfront oasis offers an intimate guest capacity featuring 135 private bungalows (without an elevator or hallway in-site), dotted across the property’s 12 acres, each boasting their own exclusive bougainvillea-laden veranda with an oversized soaking tub and outdoor garden shower. For more information, please visit www.bungalowskeylargo.com.

Ocean Key Resort & Spa -- Key West, FL
Resort Reopened: June 1, 2020; Starting Rates: $399-$899/night

• "Safe Harbor” starting at $399 - $899 per night for stays June 1 – December 17, 2020
• Escape to the ocean and enjoy daily breakfast for two on your private balcony, unlimited in-room movies and make your own cocktails with a complimentary bottle of Papa’s Pilar Rum while taking in stunning views of Old Town or the ocean. *Subject to availability 
• Available for booking now. 

Nestled along the water's edge with warm breezes and breathtaking views, Ocean Key Resort & Spa is a luxurious, intimate property with just 100 rooms, capturing the essence and energy of Key West, while delivering a charming escape - at a distance. Beyond the sun and sand, Ocean Key offers a taste of island living complete with spacious outdoor dining at the vibrant Sunset Pier and 'conch-fusion' flavor with fresh local seafood at Hot Tin Roof. For more information, please visit www.oceankey.com. 

(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – July 7, 2020) After safely re-opening to the public mid-June, Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden today announced that it has extended its open hours most days and weekends. Mounts Botanical Garden is now open to the public 9 am to 3 pm, Tuesday through Sunday. The Mounts Nursery is now open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 am to 2:30 pm, and the Mounts Gift Shop reopens this weekend with a public sale, July 11-16.
 
“We are delighted to welcome friends and visitors to Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden,” says Curator Director Rochelle Wolberg. “Our 14-acre tropical oasis offers 25 stunning display gardens showcasing 2,000 species of plants, and is conveniently located just minutes away from downtown West Palm Beach.”
 
In compliance with county, state and public health department recommendations, during the current COVID-19 pandemic, Mounts Botanical Garden has safely implemented new Policies and Guidelines. For example:
+ Entrance to Mounts continues to be limited to no more than 100 people at a time.
+ social distancing is required throughout the garden. 
+ All picnic tables have been removed.
Visitors to Mounts are strongly encouraged to review the new policies and guidelines at www.Mounts.org/Reopening prior to arrival. 
 
Admission to Mounts has been reduced to $10 (general); $5 (children 5-12), and free for members.
 
Two family-friendly and ecology-conscious exhibitions are still in place at Mounts Botanical Garden:
+ Ribbit the Exhibit, which features a collection of larger-than-life frog characters, is expected to remain until mid-July.
+Cutting Corners: A Stickwork Exhibition is a massive, willow sculpture located in the Great Lawn area.

Updated program information about Mounts can be found on the Garden’s official website at www.mounts.org.