Explore Barrier Islands Near Amelia: Talbot Islands, Cumberland

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It's easy to island hop around the Amelia Island area. LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Amelia Island is uniquely situated so visitors (and residents) can easily explore several barrier islands, snugly tucked together for easy logistical access. Slightly north of Amelia is Cumberland Island, GA (a protected National Seashore), and to its south is Big Talbot and Little Talbot Islands (Florida State Parks). It's a great time to learn about coastal nature and wildlife with Florida State Park programs at the nearby Talbot Islands. See November schedule of upcoming free events...

Nov 6, 2009 - 7:45:29 PM Read more

Enjoy Amelia Island's Waterways This Fall: Boat Tours, Ferry Rides, Boat Ramps, Riverfront Parks

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Fall is a wonderful season to spend some time on the water around Amelia Island.  The climate is ideal to take a boat ride on local waterways, whether your ambition is to catch a fish or just absorb coastal nature with a sightseeing cruise. . .

Sep 22, 2009 - 7:03:15 PM Read more

Ghost Tours, Pub Crawl, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island

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As summer slips into fall, what better time to spend a fun evening in Fernandina Beach hearing local ghost lore at various haunts around town? Or how about a "Happy Hour" history tour, crawling pubs?  In this historic seaside city on Amelia Island, Florida, visitors have several choices of Ghost Tours, whether one prefers to walk or ride on a trolley. Tours are regularly held in Fernandina on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings via three ghost tour guides.  If you're into cocktails and history, there's also a new Fernandina Beach Pub Crawl Tour.  So quench your thirst and hear tales of this Victorian-era seaport.


Sep 1, 2009 - 8:21:34 AM Read more

Amelia Island Hotel Deal for Military: Seaside Salute

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Active duty, reserve, and retired members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families can now take advantage of savings of up to 40 percent through a special “Seaside Salute*” on Amelia Island, Florida. One of the Top 10 North American Islands in Conde Nast Traveler's "Reader's Choice Awards" for two consecutive years, Amelia Island is an ideal location for a welcome home celebration, Florida beach vacation, or family getaway. Award-winning hotels are offering an arsenal of military special discounts. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT AMELIA ISLAND HOTEL DEALS FOR THE MILITARY...

Aug 21, 2009 - 12:41:28 PM Read more

Sea Turtle Nesting Season on Amelia Island, Florida

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The number of sea turtle nests marked on Amelia Island through mid-August during the 2009 season is 88 nests.  Diligently patrolling the beachfront at dawn to spot new nests is the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch, a volunteer group dedicated to sea turtle conservation efforts. Recorded data indicates that 9 nests were located in May, 47 nests in June, 25 nests in July, and 7 nests through mid-August on Amelia Island, Florida. The turtle eggs laid by female adult sea turtles in mid-June are hatching now in mid-August.   READ MORE ABOUT SEA TURTLES...

Aug 18, 2009 - 6:08:06 PM Read more

NASCAR Icon Petty Honoree, Amelia Island Concours 2010

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Veteran NASCAR racer Richard Petty will be the honoree at the 15th annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, scheduled for March 12-14, 2010 at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach. With his trademark cowboy hat and sunglasses, Richard "The King" Petty, is widely considered to be one of the greatest NASCAR drivers of all time. This NASCAR legend will serve as the key note speaker at the Amelia Island Concours' annual gala dinner...READ MORE ABOUT VINTAGE AUTO EVENT FEATURING 250 RARE CLASSICS... 

Aug 15, 2009 - 5:36:10 PM Read more

Florida Historic Destination: Amelia Island Heritage Tourism

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Amelia Island, Florida, home to Fernandina Beach, holds claim to the oldest lighthouse, the oldest saloon, and the oldest hotel in Florida. Rich in history, with historic district on the National Register of Historic Places, there's lots to explore on Amelia, Florida's most northeastern barrier island. Oceanfront luxury resorts (Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Plantation), offer world-class spas, fabulous golf, and miles of beachfront. However, other appealing options include quaint, historic bed and breakfast inns or camping out under the stars at Fort Clinch State Park.  Visit this unique Florida historic destination with plenty of posh perks. READ MORE ABOUT HISTORIC LANDMARKS ON AMELIA ISLAND and WATCH AMELIA ISLAND VIDEOS...


May 29, 2009 - 3:07:44 PM Read more

SHRIMP FESTIVAL, Isle of 8 Flags, Fernandina Beach

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The 46th annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival  in Fernandina Beach (May 1-3, 2009) will likely attract 130,000 to 150,000 people to Amelia Island, Florida.  Over the weekend, see fireworks and pirate invasion, attend the wonderful art show, get a bite to eat, listen to live entertainment at the riverfront stage, and hit the "Kids' Korner" fun zone.  For locals, attending the Shrimp Festival parade on Thursday evening (this year April 30th), is an annual ritual. Five generations of citizens gravitate to the heart of Fernandina’s historic district.  READ MORE...

Apr 23, 2009 - 6:15:27 PM Read more