Welcome to the Wild Side With Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club 'Everglades Excursion'

Company Press Release: Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club

March 23, 2000
MARCO ISLAND, FL -- Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club -- drifting off the southernmost tip of Florida's Gulf Coast -- entices eco-adventurers with an ``Everglades Excursion'' package starting at $273 per night* through June 3 including everything from free tours through Everglades National Park to complimentary wildlife shows. After over- indulging in the pampered perfection of Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club, guests experience the intriguing contrasts of Florida's Everglades, America's largest wetland ecosystem.

Explorers embark on a jungle cruise through Everglades National Park -- harboring more than 160 species of animals, featuring the only saltwater crocodiles in North America -- and navigate sawgrass prairies and twisting mangrove island waterways by airboat. A detour through Everglades City, including the Smallwood Store and Museum and the Rod and Gun Club, uncovers engaging tales of outlaws, fur traders and big-name guests. A wildlife show, alligator exhibit and journey through Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve complete the adventure.

"Everglades Excursion" Package
Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club
Feb. 2 - April 26, 2000 Beginning at $363 per night*
April 29 - June 3, 2000 Beginning at $273 per night*

-- Tour of Everglades City -- Jungle Cruise Through
-- Local Lunch for Two Everglades National Park
-- Gator Exhibit & Wildlife Show -- Airboat Tour Through The
-- Expedition Through Fakahatchee Ten Thousand Islands
Strand State Preserve -- Gulfview Accommodations

* Two night minimum. Based on availability.
Rates based on two guests per room.

Preferred travel agency commission 10 percent. Tax and gratuity not included. Black out dates apply.

After reveling in wilderness escapades, guests return to be spoiled along three-and-one-half miles of pearlescent sands at Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club with nine distinct restaurants and lounges, championship Audubon- endorsed golf and endless water activities.

Get wild with an ``Everglades Excursion'' at Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club by calling (800) GET HERE! (438-4373) or (941) 394-2511 for reservations.

SOURCE: Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club