From: St. Peterburg Times
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The Emerald Greens Resort and Country Club has added a spa in an effort to establish itself as a vacation destination for golfers and nongolfers alike.
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The strategy seems to be working, according to sales and marketing director Traci Sherman, who says that package bookings and advance reservations have increased since the spa opened.
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Guests at the 50 villas in the Carrollwood Village resort can spend the day on three nine-hole, par 36 courses while riding the fairways in air-conditioned golf carts. Or they can luxuriate at the Oasis Day Spa and Fitness Center.
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Resort guests and club members will find cardio equipment, strength training units, free weights, treadmills, personal training and group classes.
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Services include:
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Some packages include accommodations, a massage or a facial, and a spa robe for about $370 per night. That rate drops dramatically the longer the guest stays. Call (813) 961-9400.
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