OCALA, FL (December 9, 2011) — HITS and its Premier Lodging Partners are eager to welcome back exhibitors to the 2012 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit which is set to begin on January 18. This year the circuit will run for nine consecutive weeks, concluding on March 18 when the $100,000 Sullivan GMC Truck Grand Prix, presented by Great American Insurance Group, highlights the show jumping season finale. During that time, thousands of equestrians, visitors, family and horse enthusiasts will make their way to the Horse Capital of the World for an unforgettable season. Determined to provide customers with the absolute best experience, HITS has partnered up with the finest lodging facilities in order to ensure everyone a comfortable and enjoyable stay, in and out of the show ring!
Carlton Arms of Ocala
Carlton Arms of Ocala is proud to be the newest addition on HITS' roster of Official Leasing Partners in 2012. Located in close proximity to Post Time Farm on 127 lush acres of wooded lakefront property, Carlton Arms of Ocala features beautifully landscaped grounds, peaceful woods and a freshwater lake. Affordable rental rates with a country club living environment make this community of 860 fully furnished apartments a true gem. Featuring swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, free Wi-Fi, maintenance, washer and dryers available in most rooms, free basic cable and a fitness center, the Carlton Arms of Ocala is one of the finest leasing properties in Marion County. Want to bring your pet along? Just fill out a pet permit (no more than two pets allowed). Located at 5001 SW 20th St, call 866.927.6819 or visit Carlton Arms of Ocala for more information.
Comfort Suites
The Comfort Suites® hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 75 in the heart of Ocala and Marion County. The hotel is just minutes away from HITS Post Time Farm and on the way to the Ocala downtown “Square”.
Amenities include free wireless high-speed Internet access, free local calls, an exercise room and an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. Every morning, enjoy a complimentary breakfast complete with hot and delicious options, starting at 6:30am on weekdays and 7am on weekends. If you're leaving early, a Your Suite Success™ Grab & Go bag is available for the two hours prior to breakfast.
Stay in touch with the office at the on-site business center which provides access to copy and fax services. All spacious suites come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, sofa sleepers, sitting areas, coffee makers, desks, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards and cable television. Laundry facilities and a picnic area are located on the property for added guest convenience. Sorry, but no pets are allowed. Located at 3825 NW Bonnie Heath Blvd. in Ocala, call 352.482.0800 or visit Comfort Suites of Ocala for more information and don't forget to tell them HITS sent you!
Golden Palms Inn & Suites
The Golden Palms Inn & Suites is one of the most affordable lodging partners conveniently located down the road from HITS Post Time Farm at 3767 NW Blitchton Rd. This pet-friendly destination offers a variety of room styles that include basic rooms, premium rooms with fireplace and flat screen television, two-room suites which include two bathrooms, mini-fridge, microwave, and the Presidential suite, which is an upscale getaway that includes a fireplace, flat screen television, mini-fridge, and Jacuzzi. An outdoor swimming pool complements the well-furnished rooms and there is plenty of parking for trucks and trailers. For more information on Golden Palms Inn & Suites, please call 352.732.2300 or visit Golden Palms Inn & Suites .
Marriott Hotel Group
The Marriott Hotel Group of Ocala Florida includes the Residence Inn , Fairfield Inn & Suites and Courtyard , which are all conveniently located at Exit 350 off I-75 and SR 200 in Ocala just two exits south of the HITS Post Time Farm exit. Each location features refreshing rooms at affordable rates that cater to the equestrian's lifestyle.
Perfect for an extended stay, the certified green-friendly Residence Inn is pet-friendly and includes spacious suites with a full kitchen, free wireless and high-speed Internet, as well as complimentary daily hot breakfast and evening Manager's Reception Monday through Thursday nights. The property also features a guest coin laundry and business center, on-site exercise room, outdoor Sports Court®, putting green, heated pool and spa.
New December 2011 , the Fairfield Inn has been beautifully transformed to a Fairfield Inn & Suites. Guests enjoy a complimentary expanded continental breakfast and free wireless high-speed Internet, and the on-site exercise room, heated outdoor pool and spa help keep your fitness routine intact. A guest coin laundry is onsite, and guest rooms include AC climate control, alarm clock, coffee maker, crib (available upon request), iron and ironing board, hair-dryer and HBO. Mini-refrigerators and microwaves are available in the Executive Suites.
New in December 2011 , the Courtyard now has The Bistro- Eat. Drink. Connect.™ lobby. Open daily, the Bistro offers healthy choices and a variety of breakfast and dinner selections, an evening bar, and specialty beverages made with Starbucks® coffee. This green certified, smoke free hotel has an on-site fitness room, heated outdoor pool and spa, guest coin laundry, and “the Market”, offering snacks and cold beverages available 24 hours a day. Guest rooms have mini refrigerators.
For your relaxation and rejuvenation while on the road, there are three green certified Marriott brand hotels in Ocala Florida to serve you well!
Residence Inn , 3610 SW 38th Avenue, 352.547.1600
Fairfield Inn & Suites , 4101 S.W. 38th Court, 352.861.8400
Courtyard , 3712 SW 38th Avenue,352.237.8000
Red Roof Inn
The Ocala Red Roof Inn & Suites is located at 120 NW 40th Ave, just one exit south of the exit for HITS Post Time Farm in Ocala, and offers a pet-friendly hotel where kids under 17 stay for free with an adult. The Red Roof Inn & Suites provides free wireless Internet, an outdoor swimming pool, gym, coin operated laundry, an elevator and complimentary continental breakfast. The Red Roof Inn & Suites are located just minutes away from great shopping areas and restaurants in downtown Ocala . For more information on the Ocala Red Roof Inn & Suites , please call 352.732.4590 or visit their website.
The Hampton Inn
Just two exits south of Post Time Farm at 3434 Southwest College Rd., in Ocala, The Hampton Inn , part of the Hilton family of properties, offers exceptional lodging. Guest rooms feature coffeemakers, irons, hairdryers, free in-room movie channels, and free high speed Internet access. Your stay will include access to a complimentary breakfast and beverage area, coin operated laundry and a safety deposit box. A business center complimented by a pool and fitness room will exceed your expectations. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available with different King and Queen sized bed options. Sorry, but no pets are allowed. For more information please call 352.854.3200 or visit The Hampton Inn online .
All HITS Official Lodging Partners and special rates, when offered, are listed on the Lodging Partner page at HitsShows.com . Be sure to make your reservations early in order to obtain the best rates available and be sure to mention you are competing at HITS.
The 2012 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit begins January 18 with two unrated weeks of competition, followed by seven consecutive weeks of A and AA rated competition from January 31 through March 18. For more information, or to request a prize list, please visit HitsShows.com .
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About HITS, Inc.
HITS, Inc. produces high-quality, international-level hunter/jumper horse shows. Based in upstate New York in the village of Saugerties, HITS has been producing shows since 1982 and is now a nationwide company with world-class circuits in California, Florida, Arizona, New York and Virginia. In 2010, HITS took the industry to new heights when it hosted the first-ever Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix. In 2011, HITS hosted the richest weekend in show jumping with the return of the Pfizer Million and the introduction of the Diamond Mills $500,000 Hunter Prix Final. In 2012, the historic weekend will get even sweeter with the addition of the $250,000 HITS 3' Hunter Prix Final September 8-9.
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Andre Thieme of Germany and Uvalier won the $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at the Ocala Winter Celebration in 2011.
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