The Plantation of Crystal River
for both
Theraputic Touch Invitational Mentorship Program
February 28 – March 4, 2012
and
For Therapeutic Touch Teachers and Those Who Would Like to Teach TT
March 4 - March 9, 2012
Welcome to…
Plantation on Crystal River
A hidden gem located on the Nature's Coast of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico, this
beautiful 50 year old newly renovated, affordable, eco-friendly and green lodging luxury resort is surrounded by the
natural springs of King's Bay. This bay, in Crystal River, is one of the
largest aquifers in the state and home to more than 400 West Indian Manatees
that migrate each year to the warmth of the 72 F degree springs.
At this tranquil setting along Central Florida’s Nature Coast, we invite you to escape
your typical routine, come and share time with other “TT’ers,” and make
yourself at home here at the Plantation on Crystal River. Surrounded by 232 acres of picturesque countryside
with rolling greens, lawns, and grand live oaks, palms, and pines, the resort
sits on a lush preserve land with emerald golf course greens and grand oaks that
house hundreds of birds and wildlife including Osprey, Sandhill Cranes, Blue
Herron, Red Bellied Warbler, Yellow Bellied Warbler, Neotropic Cormorant, Great
Egret, Eagles and Grey Horned Owls to mention only a few.
The
Plantation’s new $3 million renovation
will be complete by Jan 1, 2012. The resort’s guest rooms where we’ll stay are already
complete. Expanding our guest rooms,
we have a large 20X30 Hospitality Suite
with Kitchenette to gather in. Another large
conference room will provide for our
group meetings and a place to
offer Therapeutic Touch sessions in a spacious environment.
The resort has 4 restaurants and eateries from fine
dining in the Plantation Room, the Library Lounge, the 19th Hole Bar
and Grill, and the poolside Tiki Bar. From breakfast to lunch to early bird
dinners or a full dining room experience there is something for everyone. The
town of Crystal River is nearby with many restaurants and shops. Afternoons
will be free to explore or retreat or maybe a bit of both! The Aveda spa is in
the main building for massage or beautifying rituals.
The beautiful outdoor area with water views on the river is a great
backdrop to the resort with newly remodeled pool, hot tub, and tiki bar. It is
a place to simply relax and take in the Florida Sunshine and perfect weather.
Kayaking, boating, and other water sports are available at the marina and dive
shop. 
The Point with lush lawn and gazebo at the edge of King’s Bay is where we’ll experience
tai chi chuh and gentle yoga.
More sports
offered include a game of tennis, croquet on the regulation court, play a round-robin horseshoe tournament, or a gameon the sand volleyball court.
If you’re
into walking the trails or wanting
to golf, the Mark Mahannah 18 hole championship gold course has great fairways lined with
majestic oaks and emerald pines, challenging water obstacles and all new sand
bunkers. Play our short Lagoons 9 hole course as a great option to sharpen your short game. Bring your whole family for days of fun and
adventure.
If the thrill
of adventure calls you, the dive shop or marina will provide us with a cost-effective,
eco-friendly river boat tour*. Boat
rentals, kayaks, canoes and Jon boats are available. We are still working out some of these
details…however,
This is the only location in North America where you can legally
get up close to manatees in their native habitat by swimming or diving with
Florida manatees.
As night
falls we’ll gather once again to review our day and share reflections of our
experiences, new awareness and learning.
Come
Join Us for a New Therapeutic Touch Gathering and Adventure.
Go to the Plantation on Crystal River website www.PlantationonCrystalRiver.com (CREATE LINK) for
more information about any of the following:
- Reservations
- Accommodations
- Golf
- Spa
- Activities
- Dining
- Live
River Cam
- Map
& Directions
- Marina & Dive Shop
- Manatee Tours
- Eco
Friendly Green Hotel (see below)
Eco-Friendly Florida
Hotel
At Our Resort, Think
Green
*New Eco-Tours Now Available!
Come discover the beautiful Crystal River area in a unique way and
learn how to help keep the region preserved and protected with an Eco-Tour.
Explore all that the Nature Coast has to offer with the most informative and
least invasive tour around featuring passive observation of the region’s
ecological treasures.
Take a Do Not Disturb kayaking adventure with manatees or explore
the coastal mangroves, rivers, and springs. Hike throughout the Nature Coast’s
pristine habitats, or take an informative heritage tour of our pre-Columbian
Indian mounds with ACA certified kayaking instructors of A Crystal River Kayak
Company. Plantation Guest receive special rates on
many of their tour. Tours and rooms are subject to availability.!
What sets the Plantation Golf Resort
& Spa apart from other Crystal River Hotels is a steadfast focus on energy,
water, & solid waste conservation. At our resort, we take great pride in
our location along the picturesque “Nature Coast”, and the preservation of the
natural beauty & cleanliness of our surroundings is a primary tenet of our
hotel management philosophy.
Our eco-friendly resort is a proud member of the Green Hotels Association,
a large organization of hotel accommodations across the nation that strive to
provide a “greener” hotel experience. On top of a 135 page resource entitled Guidelines & Ideas,
the Green Hotel Association provides a bi-weekly newsletter filled with the
latest eco-friendly strategies for the hospitality industry, which we
consistently apply to the way we manage our hotel.
Plus,
Plantation Golf Resort & Spa is now a proud member of the Rues Selection of
Eco Friendly Hotels Worldwide, a nonprofit organization that is the first
“environmentally oriented hotel referral group” that is dedicated to supporting
the development of independent eco-friendly hotel and tourism businesses around
the world.
Come discover why staying at a Florida green hotel can provide for
a more relaxing and affordable experience. Staying conscious of our environment
is what has helped make us one of the best hotels in Florida and through our
commitment & dedication we can focus on providing a more energy-conscious
and eco-friendly Florida hotel experience in Crystal River.
The Aveda Spa
Return to: Mid-Winter Therapeutic Touch Retreat and Mentorship Program
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Plantation on Crystal River
9301 W Fort Island TRL, Crystal River, FL 34429
reservations: 800-632-6262 information: 352-795-4211