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Our Amelia Island Vacation Blog

Category: Art, Culture & History
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10 of the Best Things to Do at Fort Clinch State Park

History lovers and nature enthusiasts alike flock to Fort Clinch State Park to experience this pristine attraction. The Civil War-era fort sits on 1,400 acres of beautiful, natural surroundings primed to explore. Read on to learn more about this Amel… Read more
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3 of the Best Ways to Experience the Amelia Island Lighthouse

There are many reasons why visitors make a point to stop and see the Amelia Island Lighthouse while on vacation in Fernandina Beach. You don't have to be a history buff to appreciate the significance of Florida's oldest standing lighthouse. Maybe you… Read more
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Visit the Most Interesting Amelia Island Museums

Maybe you consider yourself a history buff. Perhaps you'd like to find an indoor attraction to cool off from the heat. Regardless of your reasons for visiting, you won't regret checking out some of the most interesting Amelia Island museums while you… Read more
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Why Our Fernandina Beach Victorian Courthouse Is Worth a Visit

In a sea of beautiful Victorian buildings on Centre Street on Amelia Island, our picturesque red brick courthouse is a standout. One of the finest surviving Victorian courthouses in Florida, the Fernandina Beach Victorian Courthouse symbolizes Fernan… Read more