No matter the season, Georgia’s Golden Isles offers something special year-round. From sunny beach days and blooming gardens to fall festivals and magical holiday lights, each month brings a new reason to plan your coastal escape. Whether you're looking for family-friendly adventures, romantic…
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The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island is one of the most unique and meaningful attractions in the Golden Isles. The center combines wildlife conservation, education, and interactive exhibits to give visitors an up-close look at sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation. For families visiting the…
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Warm Atlantic waters, miles of winding marshland and magnificent beaches attract more than just visitors to the Golden Isles. We share our shores with plenty of marine life, and while we hate to pick…
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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 memorable summertime beach vacation to the Georgia coast. Less than a five-hour drive or a one-hour flight…
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One of the best parts about any vacation is getting to know the locals. Luckily for anyone visiting the beautiful marshlands of the Golden Isles, our wild residents are just as charming as the locals…
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By Stephanie Vermillion In 1994, Michael Gowen led his first Golden Isles kayaking tour—and between wildlife encounters and endless water escapades, he hasn’t looked back since. Here’s the behind-the-biz story of this local paddling legend. From unspoiled beaches to captivating wildlife encounters…
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The Golden Isles’ impressive roster of places to play, eat and stay make it an ideal destination for trips encompassing multiple generations of family members, such as kids, teens, and grandparents. If you’re one of the many for whom travel will be a whole-family affair, we’ve got some great ideas…
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Plan your next timeless adventure for the whole family, without breaking the bank! Here are some of our favorite ways to enjoy the Golden Isles on a budget: 1. Go on a treasure hunt St. Simons Island is home to intricate, hand-carved tree spirits throughout the island. These carvings are said to…
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Visit the Neptune Park Fun Zone on St. Simons Island to enjoy 18 holes of miniature golf, a wading pool and water gym for kids, and a state-of-the-art playground including swings and slides. This is considered a one-stop entertainment venue for families with young children. A great addition to your…
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Summer is in the air and soon the sounds of many summer music series will be as well. Each summer, visitors and residents alike, enjoy open-air concerts on waterfront parks and lawns throughout the Golden Isles. Hosts of the below events ask, in accordance with the CDC, you follow social distancing…
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