Hello La Sammana Owners! If we could freeze time, I d hope we d hold onto summer a little longer. Our lives are too hectic, too busy, too connected. Along with summer comes a little slower pace, a somewhat more relaxed feeling. It makes us realize we all need to slow down a bit. Vacation time is so precious... a time to reconnect with the special people in your life and to make treasured memories which will last a lifetime. A time to relax, decompress, take a long walk on the beach, swim in the ocean, and laugh like you never laughed before! We look forward to seeing you soon, with your parents, children, grandchildren, your friends, spending valued time together making special summer memories. The entire staff knows how important your vacation is and we look forward to being a part of it. We hope to see you soon! With warm regards, Phyllis Sacchetti General Manager The rich heritage of Brigantine Beach began in the 1500s when the Lenape Indians called our island their summer playground or Watamoonica. The Dutch were the first Europeans to explore the Jersey coastline searching for a waterway through the New World to the Orient. The log book of Henry Hudson s ship Half Moon recalls the first observation of Brigantine Beach on September 2, 1608: This is a very good land to fall in with, and a pleasant land to see... The legendary pirate, Captain William Kidd is said to have buried treasure, under Brigantine Beach sand. The name Brigantine came from a type of 1600s ship; perhaps one of the first of over three hundred vessels wrecked on the notorious offshore shoals, during a two hundred year period. In the 1700s several families, whose large landholdings were known as plantations, owned the island. During the American Revolution, American privateers (patriot - pirates) hid in our North and South inlets and would suddenly streak to attack unwary or disabled British ships. Shipbuilding and salt manufacturing (from sea water) became important industries during the war. Whalers used Brigantine Beach to launch attacks on migrating whales from New England. Today our Marine Mammal Stranding Center assists sick and injured Whales, dolphins, seals and sea turtles. JUST TO REMIND YOU... ROOFTOP SWIMMING POOL & PANORAMIC SUN DECK Opens for the Season on Friday, May 14th Hours 10AM to 8PM CASINO SHUTTLE Runs On Demand to Borgata & Bally s Casinos Hours 4PM to 11:30 PM Summer Schedule (7 Days) Begins Memorial Day Weekend MORNING COFFEE BAR Complimentary Coffee 7AM to 11AM WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS Complimentary throughout Resort
New Jersey Public Beaches: Fees are per day/seasonal & weekly are available. Atlantic City Free Avalon $5 Barnegat Light $5 Beach Haven $5 Brigantine $8 Cape May $4 Cape May Point $6 Highlands(Raritan Bay)Free Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave Atlantic City (609) 449-1360 New Jersey s tallest lighthouse, 228 steps. Lighthouse lovers and history buffs will enjoy the climb and breathtaking views of Atlantic City skyline. Museum & gift shop. Free Long Beach $5 Long Branch $5 Longport $10 Manasquan $6/$7 Margate City $10 Monmouth Beach $8 Ocean City $5 Pt.Pleasant Beach $6/$7 Sea Isle City $4 Seaside Heights $5 Ship Bottom $7 Stone Harbor $5 Surf City $8 Ventnor $5 Wildwood Free Wildwood Crest Free The Atlantic City Beach is 5 miles long and runs parallel to the Boardwalk. No badge or beach pass is required. Atlantic City Beach Rules & Regulations Kayaking & Windsurfing - permitted at Jackson Ave Beach (No rentals available must bring own equipment) no life guards on duty. Fishing permitted on jetties along Oriental & Maine Aves No fishing license required for salt-water fishing. Fishing is not permitted on the bathing beaches when lifeguards are on duty (10am-6pm). Beach Chair rentals available at locations along the boardwalk and also at Web Feet in Gardner s Basin. Fee will apply. Metal detectors are allowed on the beach at any time. Surfing - 3 designated surfing beaches: Crystal Beach at New Hampshire Ave, Delaware Ave Beach, Downtown Beach at Raleigh Ave. All boogie boards must have a leash. Nearby Attractions: Atlantic City Arts Center & Historical Museum Boardwalk & States Ave Atlantic City (609) 347-5837 Photographs and history of the World Famous Boardwalk and the Atlantic City area. Atlantic City Miniature Golf Boardwalk & Mississippi Ave Atlantic City 18 holes of world-class golf on the Boardwalk. Brigantine Wildlife Reserve Route 30 to Route 9 North Oceanville (609) 652-1665 Coastal wetlands, bird watching, wildlife photography, and nature trails. Cape May County Park & Zoo Garden State Parkway South to Exit 9 Cape May Courthouse (609) 465-5271 Picnic area, zoo, hiking and nature trails. Central Pier & Speedway Located on the Boardwalk in front of Bally s Casino Atlantic City Go-Karts and carnival games for all ages. Dolphin Watching Cruises AC Cruises Historic Gardner s Basin at New Hampshire Ave. Atlantic City Take a cruise to watch the dolphins or just sit back and watch the sunset. Fish Finder Marine 3645 Atlantic Brigantine Blvd Brigantine (609) 264-0918 Fishing at its best on a 46 foot catamaran. Half-day & full-day charters available. Fishing rods are available for rent for $3 per rod if needed. Flyers Skate Zone 501 North Albany Ave Atlantic City (609) 441-1780 Indoor ice skating rink. Haunted Tales On the Boardwalk between Kentucky & New York Ave, Atlantic City 4D story telling experience and gift shop. Historic Batsto Village Route 30 to Route 9 North to Moss Mill Road to Batsto Village (609) 561-3262 State park, working crafts people such as; potters, candle makers and woodcarvers, museum, stagecoach rides. Historic Smithville Route 30 to Route 9 North Smithville (609) 652-0440 An 18th Century style village boasting dozens of shops and restaurants. Nearby Attractions: Korean War Memorial Indiana Ave & the Boardwalk, Atlantic City Located in front of Claridge Casino on the Boardwalk. Lucy The Elephant 9200 Atlantic Ave Margate (609) 823-6473 National historic landmark. Morey s Piers & Beachfront Waterparks Garden State Parkway South exit 4B to the Wildwoods Over 100 rides and attractions with 2 waterparks. Ocean Life Center at Gardner s Basin New Hampshire Ave & the Bay Atlantic City (609) 348-2880 Nature center featuring aquatic life native to Atlantic Ocean. Steel Pier Amusements On the Boardwalk in front of Taj Mahal Casino Children s favorite rides, games. Storybook Land 10 miles west of Atlantic City Blackhorse Pike Cardiff (609) 641-7847 Rides, picnic area live animals and fantasy land. The Water Show At the end of The Pier Shops adjacent to Caesars Casino. Dazzling illuminated water effects every hour on the hour Boardwalk level at the ocean end of the Pier. WEB Feet Located in Historic Gardner s Basin. New Hampshire Ave Atlantic City (609) 572-1004 Bicycle rentals, beach chair rentals, kayaks and more. IMAX Theatre Located in Tropicana Casino Brighton Ave & the Boardwalk, Atlantic City 3D Movies
BRIGANTINE BEACH INFORMATION Swimming Swimming is permitted at the following beaches from June 15th to Labor Day, during the hours of 10:30 am - 5:30 pm and while the lifeguards are on duty. 10th Street North 16th Street South 38th Street South 5th Street North 20th Street South 43rd Street South 2nd Street North 22nd Street South Bramble Drive 2nd Street South 26th Street South Surfside Road 4th Street South 28th Street South Sandy Lane 7th Street South 32nd Street South 14th Street South 34th Street South Fishing Areas North of 14th Street North 45th Street - 47th Street 49th Street (the area North of Seaside Road) South of Jetty (Absecon Inlet) Brigantine Bridge Surfing Surfing is permitted at the following beaches 12th Street North 10th Street South North of South End Jetty South of the Sandy Lane bathing area Kite Flying Permitted on Beaches from 34th Street South to 38th Street South Grilling Permitted on Beaches with Propane Grill No charcoal or open flames Beach Badges Required from the second Saturday in June through Labor Day Daily: $8, Weekly, $14, Seasonal $18 ($15 before 6/1/10) Local Attractions Marine Mammal Stranding Center And Sea Life Museum 3625 Atlantic-Brigantine Boulevard (609) 266-0538 Hours Seasonal The Marine Mammal Stranding Center s main objective is to rescue and rehabilitate stranded or otherwise stressed marine mammals and sea turtles. While their permit applies to the entire state of New Jersey, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center is occasionally called upon to assist with animals in other states. Visitors may view animals in rehabilitation, observe local fish in the tidepool tank, and join staff members on dolphin watch cruises and evening cruises. All funding comes from donations, memberships, gift shop sales and fundraisers. Brigantine Historical Museum 3607 Atlantic-Brigantine Boulevard (609) 266-9339 Hours Seasonal The Brigantine Beach Historical Society opened in 1992 to preserve the Island s past. Exhibits include a large collection of photographs from the 19th & 20th centuries as well as many artifacts from days gone by. Located adjacent to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center. Stop in and stroll through Brigantine s unique past. Brigantine Information Tennis Courts 42nd Street Complex Mini Golf (Seasonal) 42nd Street Complex Brigantine Public Library 201 15th Street South (609) 266-0110
Resort Policy: Check-In ~ 4:00 PM Check-Out ~ 11:00 AM What Do I Need at Check-In? All guests must present valid photo identification and $100 security deposit. Owner s Rate Policy Owner Rate Reservations are discounted nightly room reservations, available for owner s use only, and are not transferable. Owner s rates are available at La Sammana Resort and Flagship Resort. Only those individuals whose name(s) appear on the contract are permitted to check in. Reservations must be made within 30 days of arrival date and are based upon availability. Owner s rates are not available during weeks 25 through 35 at La Sammana Resort. Maintenance fees must be paid in full. 48-hour cancellation policy applies to all reservations. POINTS OWNERS - You must contact RCI to make all reservations, including your Home Resort vacation. Visit RCI.com or call (877) 968-7476 Reservation Windows. Home Resort Reservations. Reserve a 7-night stay back to your Home Resort. Your Priority Window is 12 to 11 months in advance of your arrival date. Home Group Reservations. Reserve two or more nights back to your Home Resort. Your Priority Window is 11 to 10 months in advance of your arrival date. Less than 10 months out, inventory is available to all RCI Points members. Use Year. Your Use Year begins on the first of the month following your RCI Points enrollment. (Your Use Year does not match the calendar year.) You will receive your annual allotment of Points upon your enrollment and on the anniversary date of your enrollment. Owners must be current with Maintenance Fees and Mortgage (if applicable). RCI membership must be current. Points are good for two years. If you complete one transaction during the course of your Use Year, there is no fee to save points. (If no transaction occurs during your Use Year, you will incur a nominal fee to save your points). Additional Points can be borrowed or purchased from RCI. FLOATING WEEKS OWNERS. Owners are responsible to reserve or bank their vacation week each year. Weeks must be used or deposited within the calendar year and do not roll over or accumulate from year to year. (Unfortunately, we cannot give back weeks which were not used or deposited.) You may reserve your vacation week at FantaSea Resorts, La Sammana, within your season, once your Maintenance fee is paid in full, or you may choose to have us deposit your week with RCI. You can complete the Reservation Request Form mailed to you with your maintenance fee bill or call (800) 445-0401. Reservations are based upon availability, so reserve early. When using your vacation week at FantaSea Resorts, La Sammana, you are guaranteed a like-kind unit and not necessarily the unit on your deed. You may split your week if you do not wish to vacation for a full week. Weeks are split into two parts. One part is a 3-night weekend (Friday through Sunday); the other is a 4-night midweek (Monday through Thursday). There is a one-time $45 fee when splitting your week, payable upon check-in of the first split. You must use both weekend and midweek portions of your split week during the calendar year. Unused portions cannot be deposited nor can they be carried over to the next year. Unit Occupancy Limits. There are occupancy limits on each unit. Maximum occupancy per Studio is Two (2) people, per One-Bedroom is four (4) people, per Two-Bedroom is six (6) people. Adults and children count equally toward occupancy maximums.
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