Amelia Island
Island · Fernandina Beach ·
Beaches, resorts, golf, history, and Southern charm abound
Information
Florida 32034 Get directions
Beaches, resorts, golf, history, and Southern charm abound
Florida 32034 Get directions
"Whether it’s the seemingly endless green spaces or the famously hospitable locals, Amelia Island’s 13-mile strip feels more untouched than many Florida beach spots; enjoy nearly deserted beaches, Fort Clinch State Park hikes, and the town’s shops and restaurants." - Caitlin Morton
"A moss-draped, family-friendly destination with nearly empty beaches, five championship golf courses, and a broad range of land and water activities, the island offers accommodations from luxurious hotels to charming downtown bed-and-breakfasts in historic buildings. Law says the area has “an active food scene,” with “everything from tapas at España, a nod to former Spanish rule of the island, to local seafood cuisine at Down Under, a favorite oyster bar for locals.”" - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A barrier island known for its historic sites and upscale resorts."
"With thirteen miles of beaches, luxury resorts, and golf courses scattered across largely untouched acreage, Amelia Island offers immaculate beaches and a dose of Southern charm; as the southernmost island in the Sea Islands chain, it feels more Southern than tropical and has the charm to prove it." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Amelia Island, Florida, is one of the top U.S. islands according to the T+L readers' 2023 survey." - Travel + Leisure Editors
