As airlines begin to make costly changes to checked baggage policies, one Florida destination is offering travelers some welcome relief. Amelia Island, located off the northeastern-most coast of Florida, has created a new "Pack Your Bags for Amelia Island" program that includes a room credit up to $80 for checked baggage fees* charged to guests by the airlines. The "Pack Your Bags" program is being offered at several of the island's hotels, resorts and bed-and-breakfast inns, and is available through September 30, 2008 on stays of three or more nights at the participating hotels.

Hotels participating in the "Pack Your Bags" program include:

1875 Florida House Inn (800) 258-3301
The oldest surviving hotel in the state, the Florida House Inn opened in 1857 as a hotel. With 22 rooms, the historic bed and breakfast is located in the heart of downtown Fernandina Beach. Offering scooter rentals and an on-site restaurant, the Florida House Inn provides a relaxing setting for guests to experience the Island.

Amelia Hotel at the Beach (877) 263-5428
The 90-room Amelia Hotel at the Beach is just minutes from the historic downtown Fernandina area and across the street from the island's famous beaches. Guest amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, free wireless internet, microwave, and mini-fridge.

Ash Street Inn (800) 277-6660
The Ash Street Inn is a contemporary, sophisticated bed and breakfast located in the historic district of downtown Fernandina Beach, with fresh-baked cookies and lemonade daily, in-room hot tubs, wireless internet, and in-house massages, plus complimentary bicycles, movies, and much more.

Amelia Island Williams House (800) 414-9258
With its crystal chandeliers and beautiful antiques, the 10-room Amelia Island Williams House bed and breakfast treats guests to the historical and elegant ambiance of an Old Florida era. Guests can enjoy a Victorian Tea on the second Wednesday of each month.

hampton inn & Suites (904) 491-4911
Within walking distance of the Historic downtown Fernandina Beach area, 25 restaurants and 60 specialty shops, the 122-room boutique Hampton Inn & Suites offers guests an upscale experience in beautifully decorated guest rooms and suites. With a second story pool and concierge desk, guests receive dazzling service at a value rate.

For more information, visit the Amelia Island Website.