Few places are better suited to romance than the warm, relaxing and loving atmosphere of Amelia Island. Make a love connection with this island of romance.
These photos will have you dreaming of a magical Christmas by the sea.
The 8th Annual Dickens on Centre holiday festival in historic downtown Fernandina Beach is back and better than ever! Here’s what’s HAPPENING in 2022!
These Amelia Island restaurants are either open on Thanksgiving Day, offer pre-ordered Thanksgiving dinners to go, or have those last-minute items you need for a successful meal. Happy Thanksgiving, y’all!
The Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards selected Amelia Island as #3 of the Best Islands in the U.S., joining Hawaiian favorites Maui, Oahu and our sister Sea Island to the north, Hilton Head Island, just to name a few.
It’s almost sweater weather! Here are our favorite local coffee shops and cafes that have everything you need to either kick start your day, keep it going or just keep you warm.
The following is an excerpt from the new African American Heritage Brochure:The first African likely set foot on Amelia Island in 1526. A would-be conquistador named Lucas Vazquez de Ayllon secured a […]
Historic downtown Fernandina Beach has always been the “hub” of Amelia Island. It was and is the town “center” that everything else fanned/fans out from. But what about the main […]
From jetski rentals and crusin’ tikis to gluten-free desserts and art studios, the tradition of island hospitality just keeps getting better with these most recent, re-opened and soon-to-come additions to […]
With 13 miles of pristine coastline, abundant nature, and a storied past full of pirates and gilded-age millionaires, it’s no wonder authors and writers move here for inspiration. Some are […]
It’s been said that kindness attracts kindness, and we couldn’t agree more. We are so grateful for all our Amelia Island visitors … those traveling here for the first time and […]
Historic downtown Fernandina Beach, where the past and present collide into a magical and idyllic setting. Imagine downtown over a hundred years ago as a bustling sea port village. It’s not […]
In celebration of Pride month, meet Rachel Covello. Rachel is an award-winning speaker, writer, diversity consultant, and Publisher of Outcoast, an online Gay Florida Travel magazine marketing the sunshine state […]
For years, folks have been looking for that great escape from their everyday lives. So tired of the rat race and daily grind. Amelia Island has everything you’re looking for when […]
Besides having some of the best beaches in Florida, we also boast some the best golf courses in the state with 99 challenging golf holes. Amelia Island is a true […]
Still refining your plans for Father’s Day? It’s not too late. Give Dad, Grandpa, or another special man in your life the gift of a trip to Amelia Island. There’s […]
Cinco De Mayo has come and gone but lets be honest, we celebrate Mexican-American culture every day on Amelia Island. We did, afterall, fly under the Mexican Revolutionary flag for […]
There is so much to see, do and discover on Amelia Island but sometimes a day of off-island exploration is just what you need. Check out these five places that […]
In case you hadn’t noticed, April is Earth month and while it’s awesome that we have one day dedicated to her, Amelia Islanders think Mother Earth should be celebrated and […]
Whether it’s hiking the trails of the greenway, playing a round of golf amongst great live oaks, or kayaking saltwater creeks, the natural habitat that makes up this special place all have to be cared for and loved – just like family. Here’s who helps Amelia Island put Mother Earth first.
They say “A picture is worth a thousand words” and when it comes to Amelia Island, it’s true. This historic barrier island has had too many moments to count in […]
The Beach Lady Film Project is a series of short filmed dances, each honoring an aspect of MaVynee Betsch’s life and work. Mavynee Betsch, also known as “The Beach Lady”, […]
One of the most fascinating chapters in Amelia Island’s history takes place in and around American Beach on the island’s south end. In addition to the A.L. Lewis Museum, folks […]
From handmade candles and hotels by the sea to art studios and mini bowling in the historic district, the tradition of island hospitality just keeps getting better with these most […]