45% off (Sale price $119.00, Reg. Price $219.00) :: Hotel at a Glance: Villas of Amelia Island PlantationThe 4-star Villas of Amelia Island Plantation sprawls across 1,350 acres of Atlantic coastline, filled with amenities from shops to nature trails. Outdoor pools and mini golf entertain kids, and the spa offers a retreat for adults. Nine restaurants—many set amid marshes or near the beach—serve diverse menus with locally sourced ingredients. Rooms and villas: Both have patios, and villas add kitchens. Good to know: Resort-view units are half a mile from the beach. Pets are welcome for a fee; contact the hotel before booking. Fore!: There are two 18-hole golf courses: one designed by Tom Fazio, and one by Pete Dye and Bobby Weed. Where to workout: in the fitness center or on 1 of the 23 tennis courtsAmelia Island, Florida: Popular Seaside Island with 13 Miles of Pristine BeachAmelia Island—a barrier island about 35 miles northeast of Jacksonville—has consistently been ranked among the best islands in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler. At just 2 miles wide and 13 miles long, the secluded island offers a string of pristine beaches. Main Beach has sand volleyball courts, and Peters Point is well suited for family picnics. Then there’s Seaside Park, where you can park your car on the beach.Situated on the northeast corner of the island, Fernandina Beach is a Victorian seaport village filled with eclectic shops and restaurants. Stroll through the 50-block historic district to glimpse Victorian, Queen Anne, and Italianate homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Nearby, in Fort Clinch State Park, you can tour a preserved 19th-century fort, hike or bike on the 6-mile trail that loops through the park, or swim on the unspoiled beaches.Powered by Knack
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