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When it comes to Florida, the locals say that the north side of their state feels the south, but the farther to the south you actually feel like the north.
You know … accents on the east coast, flashy cars and high-quality all-precisions the opposite of Southern Charm Immoagles.

Faithful to the feeling of the local population, which is the Florida-Georgia line just north of Jacksonville in the Florida-Georgia, a beautiful white-sandpar with a picturesque inner city with everything of cozy cafés, historic inns and a striking clock tower that was actually the most charming city company in the island in the island in front 2024.
Well, that title may not have been transferred until 2025, but Southern life It is suitable as one of the best destinations in Florida.
Amelia Island: equal parts charm and serenity
There are two sides of Amelia Island: downtown and 13 miles of shiny white sandy cupboards.


Although Jacksonville is not exactly known as a bustling city, you want to escape the crowd (despite the breaking of tourist records), Amelia Island is an ideal hiding place of the city gravel, regardless of where you come from, especially for those who just don’t feel that Miami is their atmosphere.
There is a reason why many Floridians claim to never get on foot in Miami, because this lively, cosmopolitan city does not harst with the rest of the relaxed allure of the Sunshine State.
Amelia Island is a perfect example. Instead of weaving wild chickens that have to roam the streets of the small Havana or soundproof AirPods to drown out the sound of Disney’s screaming toddlers, Amelia Island offers peaceful, paradisal beaches and an inviting city center to puree.


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Under an hour of Jacksonville is 13 miles from unspoilt beaches of the tip of Amelia Island State Park to the border of Georgia, which also see a cluster of picturesque islands with a similar old -fashioned atmosphere.
But on the Florida side, this half marathon of unspoilt coasts has everything you could want from the beach of the name of the brand, Omni Amelia Island ResortTo ride on, to typical seafood huts, such as TimotisWhich happens to be one of the best rated eateries in the city.
Although 13 miles can be difficult to limit, it cannot be denied that American Beach, Peters Point and the aforementioned Amelia Island State Park are your best bets.


Amelia Island actually offers tourists one beach guide To help them choose the right location, but to be honest, given the outpouring of praising reviews, it doesn’t seem like you can go wrong.
For what it is worth, lies in the middle of Amelia Island Main beach parkWhere a recent visitor claimed this week that it is a very beautiful beach for a wonderful day of swimming with the family. Clean showers and public toilets, and lots of space even in high season. ‘
For a serene island that does not get much “action” compared to the names of Florida, Seaside Park has become a hub all year round for several festivals and lively bars nearby.


Take one step back in time: don’t skip Fernandina Beach
Fernandina Beach is the Top pulling for Amelia Island, but it is not so much the beach itself lures in visitors; It is more like this in the center of postcard -worthy gems such as the Lighthouse of Amelia Island.
As the heart of the island, Fernandina Beach has a well -preserved historic district full of Victorian architecture, Mom ‘n Pop Boutiques and much -praised restaurants such as Southern Living Recommendation, The salty pelicanWith an important lime cake to die for.
While other areas of the island offer more recognizable names with hefty price tags, Fernandina takes you in time with historical stay about flashing on -through, such as the indispensable Fairbanks HouseWith an impressive almost perfect 4.9 Google rating.


Time travel is delivered with a nocturnal rate of $ 300 for this one, but that is chump change compared to the Ritz Carlton over the island, which goes no less than $ 1,215 per night.
But don’t worry. There are certainly more wallet-friendly options. Seaside Amelia InnNear the above Main Beach Park, this spring is only $ 172.
Finally, tucked away on the extreme north side of the island easily accessible from the center of Fernandina Beach, lies with history Fort Clinch State ParkOffering a 19th-century fort, spacious hiking trails and hidden bays that are popular for beach hunters looking for shark teeth.
Admission costs vary from $ 2 to $ 6.


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