Golden Isles

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Nestled on the Georgia coast, midway between Savannah, GA, and Jacksonville, FL, lie four beautiful barrier islands-St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island--and the mainland city of Historic Brunswick. Pristine stretches of marshland, punctuated by small islands known as hammocks, define the breathtaking landscape and create the appearance of a continuous stretch of land reaching out to the barrier islands. Beautiful marshlands...

Activities 2 years ago

Unique Summertime Activities Found Only in the Golden Isles

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There are so many reasons why families and couples travel to the Golden Isles each summer. The warm weather, sunny beaches, friendly residents, and endless things to do beckon those who seek a…

10 months ago

Best Ways to Experience the St. Simons Lighthouse

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Located near the St. Simons Pier, the St. Simons Lighthouse is a must-visit destination in the Golden Isles. Lighthouse visitors are…

Shopping 2 months ago

Best Ways to Experience Redfern Village on St. Simons Island

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Add exploring Redfern Village to your St. Simons Island bucket list! Complete with shops, restaurants, live music, and even a Tree…

Food & Drink 2 years ago

Six Farm-Fresh Restaurants in the Golden Isles

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If pristine beaches and diverse wildlife are the Golden Isles’ perfect vacation recipe, farm-fresh dining is the cherry on top…

St. Simons Island

The largest barrier island in the Golden Isles, St. Simons Island lies across the immortalized Marshes of Glynn, made famous by poet Sidney Lanier. Moss-draped oaks line the winding island streets, creating a picture-perfect image worthy of a Faulkner tale.

Sea Island

Reached by a causeway from St. Simons Island, Sea Island is an internationally acclaimed resort.

Little St. Simons Island

Accessible only by boat from Hampton River Marina on St. Simons Island’s north end, Little St. Simons Island is a privately owned, 11,000-acre barrier island resort.

Jekyll Island

The southernmost island of the Golden Isles, Jekyll Island is one of the most popular islands for those who visit coastal Georgia.

Brunswick

The mainland port city of Historic Downtown Brunswick is laid out in a formal grid similar to Savannah's, with city streets and squares still bearing their colonial names.

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