The Jacksonville, Florida housing market has been ranked #4 of the “Top 20 Healthiest Housing Markets” in the USA by Builder magazine. Furthermore, the metropolitan area is poised to “fare better in its economic recovery than most of the rest of the state over the next three years.” Locally here in Fernandina Beach, new construction activity is beginning to sprout once again.
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Amelia Island Ritz-Carlton Casts Holiday Spell With Spice and Sparkle
The magical ambiance at The Amelia Island Ritz-Carlton during the holiday season each year is hard to beat. Step inside the lobby to see the 17-foot gingerbread pirate ship. Plus, the seaside centerpiece is outside in the courtyard, a towering, sparkling Christmas tree that sets a dazzling holiday scene at the oceanfront.
Fort Clinch Event: History of the American Soldier
A fantastic opportunity awaits at Fort Clinch State Park, a special once-a-year event to remember and honor veterans while experiencing a timeline of American soldiers throughout history. Browse military displays, watch firing demonstrations of vintage weapons, and interact with living historians on November 12, 2011.
Amelia Island Rental: Peek Inside Charming Coastal Cottage
Take a look at this cozy beach cottage, a vacation rental on Amelia Island in northeast Florida. This charming seaside home on the Atlantic Ocean has been featured on the cover of two magazines — “Better Homes and Gardens Quick and Easy Decorating,” as well as “Second Home” magazine.
Amelia Island Autumn: Pumpkins on Porches, Football Frenzy
Anticipation is thick and excitement grows during the last week of October every year on Amelia Island and in nearby Jacksonville. Folks flock to northeast Florida like migratory birds each year for ritualistic football gatherings and the big game. Will Georgia get their 4th victory of the last 20 years?
Grand Plans: “Re-Imagination Project” at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort
A new lobby will greet guests with floor-to-ceiling ocean views. The Beach Club area will be enhanced with an infinity edge pool at the seaside cascading into another large pool offering panoramic oceanfront views. There will also be a new ocean view bar, steak house, sushi/tapas restaurant and pizza shop.
Learn More About Florida’s Coastal Nature
Love nature and being outdoors? Want to better understand Florida’s coastal and marine ecosystem? Take a Florida Master Naturalist course to learn more about Florida’s coastal plants and wildlife.
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Amelia Island February 2012 Events
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DEAL SEEKERS: House Hunters Eye Florida Real Estate
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Amelia Island Plantation Real Estate News
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Dreaming of a Beach Home? Logistics, Logistics, Logistics
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Florida Cities Dominate Gains in Home Listing Prices Says Realtor.com
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Amelia Island’s 2012 Top Annual Events Calendar
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Pension Obligations, A Financial Tsunami Upon Us
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Highlights of March 2012 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
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The Changing Retail Scene Around Fernandina: Doors Opening, Closing
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