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You’ve asked permission. You’ve gotten the ring. Now all you need is the place. Amelia Island is an island of romance and the perfect backdrop to ask for the hand of the one you love. If you’re ready to get down on one knee, here are the top 10 best places to pop the question on Amelia Island.
The Beach
With 13 miles of prisine coastline, you're bound to find that perfect speck of sand to declare your love. As a matter of fact,
the beaches of Amelia Island have seen more proposals than any other place on the island and I'm sure you can guess why. The waves crashing in the background. The sea salty air swirling all around. It's pure magic.
Egan’s Creek Greenway
If you're both nature lovers (and even if you're not),
Egan's Creek Greenway is a special place to view all the natural beauty of Amelia Island while you propose. With over 300 acres of flora/fauna, nature and wildlife to explore and take in, you're guaranteed a "Yes" from the one you love.
Fort Clinch
What says romance more than a centuries-old Civil War fort and grounds? The countless number of folks that have gotten down on one knee at
Fort Clinch is astounding. Even better if you're both history buffs. If the actual fort isn't the "spot" then walk the tree-canopied grounds, trails, and shoreline until you find just the perfect place.
Sail on the River
The waterways surrounding Amelia Island are full of what romantic dreams are made of and the fine folks at
Windward Sailing and
Follow That Dream Sailing want to help. Book a romantic sunset sail or catamaran cruise to pop the big question and don't forget the champagne to celebrate with.
Photo credit: Follow That Dream Sailing
A Picnic
Picnics are such a romantic way to celebrate love and
LUXE PICNICS BY LES has you covered with lavishly decorated, yet relaxed Bohemian picnics. They will do all the prep work and clean up so you can just show up and concentrate on the big moment and each other.
Kayaking
Couples that kayak together, stay together! Ok, so that was made up - but this island has certainly had it's share of engagements while paddling on the water. With endless creeks, rivers and estuaries, the beauty of Amelia Island from the water is breathtaking. Check out these
kayaking companies that are eager to help you pull off your magical day.
Dinner at Salt
Recognized with a AAA Five Diamond award,
SALT, located at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, is the crème de la crème in dining experiences and the most romantic place to profess your undying love. Consider booking the
SALT CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE for privacy along with spectacular vistas of the ocean and dunes. This place oozes romance.
Horseback Ride on the Beach
Many a bucket list item is to ride a horse on the beach. But, to ride a horse on the beach
and propose takes it to a whole new level. Check that one off your list with an unforgettable ride along the Atlantic shoreline. Call
AMELIA ISLAND HORSEBACK RIDING,
KELLY SEAHORSE RANCH, or
HAPPY TRAILS WALKING HORSES and ride off into the sunset together.
Sunset at the Downtown Docks
There's something about sunsets that bring out the romantic in everyone. A gorgeous sunset over the water, along with your beautiful/handsome partner and that's really all you need. Downtown Fernandina Beach is the perfect backdrop to catch the sun setting over the Fernandina Harbor while you get down on one knee.
Drummond Point Park
Located on the northwest side of
Omni Amelia Island Resort this lovely and secluded park features several nature trails, walkways and boardwalks that extend deep into the salt marshes. You will either need to be staying at the resort or gain permission to enter the security gates to make this happen, but it's well worth the effort for a forever memory.
Photo credit: Avalee DeLay
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