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AWARDS
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is honored by three distinguished publications: Successful Meetings, ConventionSouth, and Meetings South. The readers of these publications voted on destinations that exemplify outstanding customer service, impeccable amenities and accommodations, and quality food and beverage service. We are honored that groups, meeting professionals and leisure visitors recognize our staff's ability to exceed guests’ expectations and our dedication to excellence.
Four Time Winner of Successful Meetings Pinnacle Award
The Pinnacle Award has earned the reputation as the most credible and prestigious symbol of excellence among meeting planners and hoteliers. Business travel industry experts have likened the Pinnacle Award to other prestigious awards, such as the Mobil 5-Star and the AAA 5-Diamond.
ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award
The Readers’ Choice Award represents the nominations and votes of approximately 18,500 ConventionSouth readers who feel that The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort displays exemplary professionalism and a commitment to provide the highest quality of services and accommodations for the meeting and conference industry. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is proud to be recognized by meeting professionals for three consecutive years.
Meetings South 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010 Best of the South Award
Winners were chosen using the following criteria: quality of meeting space; guest rooms; guest services and amenities; food and beverage service; the efficiency and helpfulness of staff; the availability of technical equipment; recreational facilities and activities; and overall value and experience.
ACCOLADES
As a landmark retreat on a coastal island haven, the resort is so often praised by travel writers when describing the remarkable allure of this corner of the Georgia coast to their readers. We are grateful for the recognition that the travel industry has bestowed on the Southern hospitality of both our resort and our Island.
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Examiner.com
Steve Pike delves into the history of St. Simons Island and The King and Prince Resort. He writes, "'Tantalizing'' is great way to describe the King & Prince resort as well as all of St. Simon's Island." |
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Tifton Gazette
Christine Tibbetts enjoyed looking out of her room at the ocean view while staying at The King and Prince. She also ventured around the island to the Village to shop and eat and to learn history at the Maritime Museum. |
An Island with Comforting Charms |
TravelLady Magazine
Travel back to a slow pace world on St. Simons Island. Lisa Moretti's first article is about island living and the rich history of St. Simons. She also mentions spa treatment and dining at The King and Prince. In her second article, she gives a look at the beautiful King and Prince Golf Course. |
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Women At Forty
Kalin Thomas travels to the Historic King and Prince. "I recently enjoyed a charming stay at the resort where my room had a bed so soft and comfortable that I was
tempted each morning to sleep in — but the sunrise always called me out to my ocean-front balcony." |
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Go Golf and Travel
Ed Stone touches on the 75 year history of The King and Prince as well as the meeting space, accommodations, and the golf course. |
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By Lander Seafood Tales June 2010
Read a review of The King and Prince's Shrimp and Grits dish. |
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The Observer News June/July 2010
Warren Resen wrote two articles about his St. Simons visit. The first one focused on the King and Prince. He said, "
After many rebirths and renovations, it is celebrating its 75th Anniversary and is still the place to come to for old fashioned, gracious, southern hospitality." He then journeyed aboard the Lady Jane to learn about shrimping. The Lady Jane used to be a shrimp boat, but now gives excursions with shrimping demonstrations. |
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Daily Times June 2010
John Plaisant gives a raving review of the King and Prince Resort in two parts. Part 1 tells the 75 years of history with detailed descriptions of the resort features. Part 2 gives depictions of the King and Prince Golf Course situated in the Marshes of Glynn. |
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Champion Newspaper June 2010
A travel writer, Gale Gay, writes about her visit to The King & Prince and St. Simons Island. She enjoyed The King and Prince's 75 years of history as well as the oceanfront dining and golf course. She also praised Gnat's Landing, Sandcastle Cafe & Grill, Serenity House Tea Society and the Lighthouse. |
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Travel On The Level May 2010
Travel Writer Judy Wells shares about her experiences at the King and Prince and St. Simons Island in two parts. She talks about the Resort pools, guest rooms, and dining as well as local attractions. |
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Elegant Island Living November 2009 |
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| The Atlanta Journal and Constitution |
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| The Knoxville News |
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| Sea Spray Magazine |
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| The Home Town News |
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Travel Golf Review |
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| Tuscaloosa Bridal |
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| Georgia Trend |
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