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AAA_USA_2013_27-50_Layout 1 6/21/13 9:07 AM Page 35 MARCO ISLAND 9 MARCO ISLAND MARRIOTT BEACH RESORT **** Nestled on the Gulf of Mexico along 3.5 miles of powder sand beaches, fresh off a $220 million renovation is a destination in itself. This "island within an island" features an 18-hole Robert Cupp championship golf course, 14-acre state-of-the-art practice facility, and world-famous Rookery Golf Academy. The Balinese-style spa offers a luxurious enclave of tranquility. The resort boasts 727 guestrooms with balconies, eight restaurants, two pools, watersports, fishing, eco-adventures and Tiki Tribe for kids. AAA Four Diamond. NAPLES 10 LA PLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT ***** Located along the Gulf of Mexico, La Playa sports a casual elegance. Its guestrooms are furnished with four-poster beds, Frette® linens and magnificent water views. Amenities include a spa with seven treatment rooms, cascading pools and a private 18-hole golf course. AAA Four Diamond. 11 THE RITZ-CARLTON GOLF RESORT, NAPLES ***** This elegant hotel is renowned not only for its incredible golf, but also for its impeccable cuisine, outstanding service, and 295 luxurious guestrooms with panoramic views of the Tiburon golf courses. It features a heated outdoor pool, massage and fitness center, tennis and Rick Smith Golf Academy and exchange privileges at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, located only minutes away via complimentary shuttle. 12 THE RITZ-CARLTON, NAPLES ***** This is a Mediterranean themed resort that lavishes its guests. Amenities include seven restaurants, four tennis courts, two heated pools, a stateof-the-art spa, The Nature's Wonders children's program, three miles of beach and golf nearby. Kids 18 and under stay free. Value-added 5th night free. AAA Five Diamond. 13 WALDORF ASTORIA NAPLES ***** Located on the Gulf Coast in the heart of Naples, this luxury resort includes spacious balconies in every room category with stunning views of the Gulf. With activities for families and adult travelers alike, the resort offers three signature pools, a 100-foot waterslide, three miles of pristine beach, Golden Door Spa, nearby golf, championship tennis and a variety of restaurants. 14 15 EDGEWATER BEACH HOTEL, A WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL **** This all-suite hotel offers casual luxury and beachfront leisure. One- and two-bedroom accommodations feature spacious living and dining rooms, private balconies or patios. Featuring two pools just steps from seven miles of white-sand beach. Coast Restaurant offers indoor/outdoor dining with spectacular views of the Gulf. Enjoy privileges at Waldorf Astoria Naples including Golden Door Spa, nearby golf, and championship tennis. THE NAPLES BEACH HOTEL & GOLF CLUB **** Set on 125 beachfront acres, this newly renovated resort offers it all. With 317 newly renovated rooms, new beachside pool complex, new beachfront restaurant, golf on site, complimentary Kids Klub, shopping onsite, full spa and fitness center. These fine hotels are also available: FORT MYERS THE WESTIN CAPE CORAL RESORT AT MARINA VILLAGE **** H 17 SANIBEL ISLAND HOLIDAY INN SANIBEL ISLAND BEACH RESORT 18 SANIBEL ISLAND 16 SUNDIAL BEACH & GOLF RESORT *** This all-suite resort offers diverse activities, and sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico. Its 183 studios, one- , two-, and three-bedroom accommodations feature full kitchens, living areas, screened lanais, and roomy baths. Resort amenities include a mile-long stretch of beach, five heated swimming pools, kids club, Eco-Center, and a variety of water sports along with access to the nearby PGA-rated golf course at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club. *** 19 SANIBEL INN *** Ft. Myers Area 35