Sarasota Hyatt
23 April – 25 April, 2010
Cruise Leaders – Nick & Peggy Peterson
Home (407) 365-6707 Cell (407) 928-1502
Spend a weekend of fun in the beautiful city of Sarasota at the Hyatt Marina. The amenities at the Hyatt are the clearly some of the best offered at any Marina in the state. Come and join us for a weekend at a world-class resort. Read below from a brochure description of the Sarasota Hyatt:
Envision swaying palm trees, striking rock formations, an inviting lagoon with a fine mist spraying up from cascading waterfalls around its exterior as you sip on a cool drink and admire the fluffy white clouds in the sky. This “tropical island paradise” is the pool complex at Hyatt Regency Sarasota. Relax on our spacious sundeck in a comfortable lounge chair and take in the beautiful tropical garden scenery, read a good book or sunbathe. Splash around in the 130-foot, resort-like, free-form pool with zero-depth entry, or get in some refreshing exercise by swimming laps. At the end of the day, there’s nothing better than soothing away tired muscles in the spacious whirlpool spa. Treat yourself to lunch by the pool or an afternoon cocktail and snacks delivered right to your chair. The Hurricane Hut is open each day from 11:00 am to sunset with delicious food and drinks for the entire family. The Hyatt is a 1st class hotel with 130 ft pool, Tiki bar, pool deck, tables with umbrellas, fitness room, 32 slip marina, and marina-side restaurant.
Reservations have been made for the group. Nick will be handling all of the reservations with the Marina. Please contact Nick to reserve your slip. Address and contact info is below:
Sarasota Hyatt Marina
1000 Boulevard of the Arts
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-953-1234
Marina Cell Number: (941) 812-4063
Hotel Web Site: http://sarasota.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
Marina Web Site: http://www.lxrluxurymarinas.com/hyatt_sarasota/
Marina CFC Info: http://www.centralfloridacruiseclub.com/resources/sarasota-hyatt-regency/
Marina Rate Information: $1.50/ft – no min. + $8.00/day – 30 Amp Electric.
We have a full weekend planned so please plan to join us for some boating, relaxing and spa living!
Friday Night: CFC Social on the Docks @ 6:00 PM. Bring your favorite beverage to socialize, and then we will discuss dining options. Within a short walk are several great restaurants on the water or downtown.
Saturday: If the weather cooperates, we will take a boat trip and head to a restaurant on Long Boat Key (Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant). After docking, we can have lunch outdoors overlooking the water. http://marvista.groupersandwich.com/index.php
After lunch, we will head to the sand bar between Long Boat Key and Anna Maria Island for an afternoon of splashing, water, and fun. After playing in the Gulf water, we will head back to the Marina to spend the rest of the afternoon at the Hyatt’s award winning pool, Tiki bar and oasis. Later that afternoon, around 6:00 PM, we will have a Dock “NACHO BOAT” Party. Peggy and Nick will be making up Taco’s and the fixings for everyone. Please bring along a side dish (hors d’oeuvre) or dessert to share and enjoy some fun and casual food on the docks. Afterwards we can return to the pool to enjoy the evening.
Sunday: A leisurely day to head back home after finding a nice place in town from brunch.
LAUNCH DETAILS: Launch on Friday. On Friday, head out to Sarasota to Centennial Boat Ramp. Nick’s boat name is Nacho Boat, and can be hailed on Channel 68. They will launch at the Centennial Park around 12:00 PM. The “cruise” from the ramp to the Marina should take less than 15 minutes. Launch Location: Centennial Park Ramp 1059 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL, 34236 941-861-7275 Directions to Ramp: On I-75 South, at exit 210 take ramp right for SR-780 West, Road changes to Fruitland Park, turn right on US-41/N Tamiami Trail for 0.5 mile More info on Centennial Park Ramp is available at: http://www.centralfloridacruiseclub.com/resources/centennial-park-boat-ramp/
http://www.scgov.net/parksandrecreation/BoatLaunches/boatlaunches.asp
Parking: PLEASE NOTE: Centennial Park Ramp is posted “No Overnight Parking”; however, this is rarely enforced. Peggy and Nick plan to park their rig at the ramp (last year, they parked their rig there for nine days for Boat-A-Cade). However, if you are not comfortable with this, the Hyatt will allow us to park our rigs in a vacant lot across from the Hyatt. Please let Nick know if you want to park somewhere besides the ramp.
HOTEL INFO: (For drive-ins or anyone else) The hotel is a world-class attraction, and as such, charges a world class rate. If you want to stay in the Hyatt, please call 941-363-2601 and ask for “Boating Industry Rate.” The Hyatt does offer Florida Resident Rates (which is the best on-line rate – $175/night, but is non-refundable) and Senior Citizen discounts, so please be sure to see which rate works best for you. If the Hyatt is not in your price point, there are several other hotels close by that cater to the economic traveler. The hotel has free parking, and some of the rates include a free continental breakfast.
SARASOTA EVENTS: There are a number of special events and current on-goings. Please see the following for details:
French Flea Market Day – Towles Court (SAT 4/24 9AM-3PM) – Within walking distance (about 1 mile). Find incredible art, antiques, collectibles, textiles, art supplies, frames, furnishings and so much more at bargain prices! http://www.towlescourt.com
32nd Annual Fiesta Siesta (4/24 – 4/25). This two-day event brings together a variety of talented artists and crafters with all original work that is handmade in America. A full spectrum of artistic media will be on display – and for sale – including paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, collage, and ceramics, as well as folk art, pottery, handmade jewelry, personalized gifts, handmade clothing, scented soaps and body products, among others. http://www.artfestival.com
Florida Winefest and Auction – (4/22-4/25) – Various Locations – A very large event that has everything from simple wine tasting to full formal events. The 20th Annual Florida Winefest & Auction, a world-class charity fundraiser, will include thirty food and wine events and a live auction of approximately 75 lots conducted by David Elswood, Guest Auctioneer, and International Wine Expert of Christie’s London. Tickets prices run from $15 to $350. More info at http://www.floridawinefest.org
Behind the Science at Mote – (SAT 4/24 10:00AM) – Learn more about what marine biologists study in Behind the Science, a program for ages 6 and older on Saturdays in April. You can discover the animals and ecosystems that fascinate Mote scientists, along with the research techniques they’ve developed. Pre-registration is required. This week’s session is “Exploring the Bay” (Learn about the marine animals and plants that thrive in Florida’s coastal waters as you wade in to collect critters with dip nets and seine nets. Participants must wear closed-toed, closed-heel water shoes and come ready to get wet!) Full description and registration forms: http://www.mote.org/behindthescience For more information: Amy Fleischer at 941-388-4441, ext. 514 or amy@mote.org
Tide Information (& other nautical stuff…)
Sarasota does not have much of tide (about 1.5 feet between high and low). The information is listed below for your use.
Friday, April 23rd, 2010
Time Type Height
3:59 AM EDT Low Tide 0.00 feet
10:21 AM EDT High Tide 1.45 feet
4:00 PM EDT Low Tide 0.91 feet
9:16 PM EDT High Tide 1.74 feet
Saturday, April 24th, 2010
Time Type Height
4:45 AM EDT Low Tide 0.18 feet
10:38 AM EDT High Tide 1.61 feet
5:12 PM EDT Low Tide 0.55 feet
10:39 PM EDT High Tide 1.67 feet
Sunday, April 25th, 2010
Time Type Height
5:23 AM EDT Low Tide 0.39 feet
10:57 AM EDT High Tide 1.81 feet
6:09 PM EDT Low Tide 0.20 feet
11:50 PM EDT High Tide 1.60 feet
