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Amelia Island
Discover a barrier island of unique charm and beauty
In this tranquil place of sea, sand
and southern hospitality, you’ll
enjoy a host of modern activities
while stepping back in time.
Amelia Island’s main attraction is the great outdoors.
A mild climate and a diverse landscape mean endless
options for outdoor activities. Fishing, boating, beachcombing
and soaking up rays are among the favorite
pastimes here. Nature lovers will find Amelia Island
irresistible – a host of exotic animals and endangered
species such as bobcats, otters, manatees and sea turtles
find refuge here.
Named in honor of Princess Amelia, a daughter of
George II of England, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler
in 2015 voted Amelia Island one of the top 10 islands
in the United States.
The historic Victorian seaside community of Fernandina
Beach on the island’s northern end welcomes visitors with
interesting tales, historic attractions and an eclectic mix of
shopping, dining and nightlife.
The island’s southern end offers world-class resorts,
challenging golf courses, unspoiled wilderness and
beautiful ocean- and marshfront communities. American
Beach is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
for its storied history as one of the few places African-
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Americans could go to the beach during the Jim Crow-era
in the South.
Amelia Island is a wonderful place to vacation or host
your next event. Whether you’re planning a wedding or
honeymoon, a reunion or business retreat – Amelia Island
has everything you need.
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