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One of only 13 in Collier County

Naples (Paradise Coast), Florida, July 2010 … The Marina at Naples Bay Resort, on Florida’s Paradise Coast, has been officially designated a “Clean Marina” by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Clean Marina Program & The Clean Boating Partnership.


The Marina at Naples Bay Resort is the 221st Clean Marina in Florida, the 44th marina in the South District -- and only the 13th marina in Collier County to achieve this important designation.  With this, 97 wet slips are added to the Florida Clean Marina community.


“We are thrilled to receive this important designation,” said Rikki Boparai, general manager of Naples Bay Resort.  “A special word of congratulations is in order for John Donaldson, our dock master, and the exemplary staff at The Marina at Naples Bay Resort for their hard work in obtaining the ‘clean marina’ recognition and in keeping our property environmentally friendly.“


The Florida Clean Marina Program is a voluntary designation program with a proactive approach to environmental stewardship. Participants receive assistance in implementing best management practices through on-site and distance-based technical assistance, mentoring by other Clean Marinas, and a continuing education program.


To become designated as a Clean Marina, facilities must implement a set of environmental measures designed to protect Florida’s waterways. These measures address critical environmental issues such as sensitive habitat, waste management, storm water control, spill prevention and emergency preparedness. Designated marinas and those facilities seeking designation receive ongoing technical support from the Florida Clean Marina Program and Clean Boating.  To learn more about the Florida Clean Marina Program visit  www.dep.state.fl.us/cleanmarina/about.htm


The Marina at Naples Bay Resort offers 97 slips and can accommodate yachts up to 100 feet.  Slips are available for rental, and boats are available for half day and full day rental through the Marina.  Fishing excursions can also be arranged.  The Marina also offers The Yacht Club, with its own membership, and provides a Captain's Lounge with flat-screen televisions, Internet access, weather service, shower and laundry facilities.


For more information on the Marina at Naples Bay Resort and for reservations,
call  239-530-1199 or 866-605-1199 or visit www.naplesbayresort.com
 

Photos available at www.benchmarkhospitality.com/Media_Center/Images.asp?p_ID=016
 

About Historic Naples, Florida


Naples is a charming seaside resort city on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico along Southwest Florida’s historic Paradise Coast.  Renowned for its temperate summers, pristine beaches and championship golf, visitors to Naples luxuriate in the area’s stylish atmosphere, which includes beautiful pedestrian walks with high-end boutiques, art galleries, charming restaurants and cafés of Olde Naples, and row-after-row of palatial homes surrounded by tropical landscaping.  The area is famous for its beautiful white surgery sand beaches, myriad of golf courses, fishing, boating, water sports, natural attractions, arts and culture, and spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico.  Naples is popular with families and as a romantic retreat for couples.  Long known as a hideaway, the area has evolved to appeal to a wide audience with its vibrant downtown café scene and exhilarating outdoor adventure activities.  Naples is complemented by the nearby beach community of Marco Island and the Gulf Coast entrance to Everglades National Park in Everglades City. 


About Naples Bay Resort


The 20-acre Naples Bay Resort www.naplesbayresort.com is ideally located on prestigious Fifth Avenue South in historic Naples, Florida.  The Four Diamond property is uniquely situated around a picturesque Marina, making it the only hotel in Southwest Florida with its own fully operational Yacht Club and Marina and with water access to the Gulf of Mexico.  Guests of Naples Bay Resort can select from a choice of luxurious accommodations, including The Cottages, 108 two- and three-bedroom villas; and The Hotel, which features 65 designer-furnished, one- and two-bedroom suites as well as 20 guestrooms. Restaurants include the award-winning Olio on Naples Bay, Bonefish Grill and Bluewater Bar & Grill. The resort’s recreational amenities include The Spa and fitness center; full-service tennis center with six lighted, Har-Tru courts, pro shop and lessons; Pilates, aerobics and yoga classes; lagoon-style, lazy river, children and lap pools; and private cabanas. The resort’s 97-slip marina incorporates a Yacht Club, waterfront pool, ship’s store, fuel dock and rental boats, including 22-foot Kayot and 24-foot Everglades boats.  Adding to the resort experience is a 33,000-square-foot retail promenade, featuring high-end specialty boutiques and  entertainment.


Naples Bay Resort – a proud member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts www.preferredhotels.com – is a Personal Luxury Resort™ operated by Benchmark Hospitality International  www.benchmarkhospitality.com
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