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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, beach-combing 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 2018 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
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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-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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