Beach vacations are great, but if you want more than a beach in your beach vacations, consider Jekyll Island, Georgia. Pack up your family and head to Jekyll Island for a good time on a beautiful beach and much more.
Jekyll Island is an incredibly beautiful island, rich in history perfect for beach vacations. A barrier island, it played an important role in the early days of America. The English and French fought over Jekyll Island before it became a part of the United States.
It was a port for historic ships before it became a winter retreat for only the wealthiest people. Some say their ghosts still live in the old mansions of the island
The museums of Jekyll Island along with “Millionaire Village” tell the island's story and provide wonderful sights for visitors on beach vacations to see.
If history is not your thing, Jekyll Island provides plenty to do for nature lovers on beach vacations. Go out for a day of bird watching or take a tour of the island's marshlands and the marine life off the coast.
Jekyll Island also has over two hundred campsites for campers and those who love the outdoors on beach vacations. The peaceful beach camping is a unique experience for all.
Jekyll Island offers eleven golf courses for those seeking golfing beach vacations. The island's golf courses are quiet and serene, offering golfers a stress free golfing experience.
Consider taking a guided tour on horseback around the island on your beach vacations. Make sure you also visit Jekyll Island's restaurants, offering fine dining in everything from traditional southern food to home cooked seafood.
If you are a beach lover, Jekyll Island has an incredible beach for you. The tides and the sunrise are beautiful. Build sandcastles in the rich sand. Go on a hunt for seashells or just lie out and get a tan. You can even rent a boat to go deep-sea fishing.
Consider renting a beach home that is just steps from the ocean. Accommodations are affordable in Jekyll Island. You will find special accommodations like kitchens, sleeper sofas, large master bedrooms, and even barbeques on lush green lawns. You can spend your time relaxing on outdoor decks and balconies in the sun.
If you are interested in beach vacations at Jekyll Island, you can contact a travel agent or go it on your own. Try and internet search to learn more about Jekyll Island. There are many options for accommodations, so start your search early.
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