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Where to Eat Jekyll Island?
What restaurants to you recommend we visit on our stay at Jekyll Sandpiper? One of the questions most frequently asked by upcoming visitors to our home. We've written a Jekyll Restaurant guide and several reviews of specific establishments. But these are our favorites. Of course we know you might disagree. Share your favorite Jekyll Island dish and the restaurant you frequent to purchase it. I promise to try it on our next visit to the island!
Conventions and Weddings at Jekyll's Beach-side Convention Center
The only beach-side convention center south of New Jersey on the east coast of the US. Jekyll's convention center opened in 2012 with a modern coastal feel. Big glass windows and high ceilings sitting right next to the shore. Great place to host your wedding. I'd certainly be up for scoring a convention at the beach! Hotel space is sometimes an issue during the bigger gatherings. We've hosted several groups of convention attendees and wedding parties that realize a home is such a great alternative to a hotel.
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Conventions and Weddings at Jekyll's Beach-side Convention Center
The only beach-side convention center south of New Jersey on the east coast of the US. Jekyll's convention center opened in 2012 with a modern coastal feel. Big glass windows and high ceilings sitting right next to the shore. Great place to host your wedding. I'd certainly be up for scoring a convention at the beach! Hotel space is sometimes an issue during the bigger gatherings. We've hosted several groups of convention attendees and wedding parties that realize a home is such a great alternative to a hotel.
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Luxury Group Vacation Rentals at the Beach
Is work life taking too much of your days and weeks and months? Are you longing to visit friends that have moved to another town? Maybe your travel itch just needs to be satisfied with a long weekend getaway! How about meeting up at the beach on the east coast of Georgia. Gather up a few friends and head to Jekyll Sandpiper. Read our full article for information about Jekyll's best restaurants, beaches and activities.
Jekyll's Giant Swimming Pool - Summer Waves
Enjoy a fun filled day of water slides, floating in the lazy river or swimming in the Frantic Atlantic Wave Pool at this Jekyll Island amusement park. Adults who just want to relax might enjoy renting a cabana. And there is a whole area just for the little ones in your party as well. Read our full article for Summer Waves 2018 hours and coupons.
Car Carries, Shrimp Boats and More that Ply Jekyll's Waters
As you walk the beaches of Jekyll Island you will see many ocean going ships and boats in our waters. Jekyll Sandpiper visitors may wonder what they are carrying. The biggest are car carriers coming into and out of the Port of Brunswick. The shrimp boats also make beautiful sights, as the birds and dolphins are often close behind.
Lasting Memories for Kids and Adults - Group Activities on Jekyll
We often here the stories of adults returning to Jekyll so they can share the island with their children. So many of our Jekyll Sandpiper visitors have fond childhood memories of Jekyll. The island is a playground for all ages, with days of fun filled activities for all to enjoy.
Alligators, Rattlesnakes and Bobcats - Top Predators
Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) employs people to monitor the island's ecosystems. Our naturalists tell us the top predators are important for keeping the balance. Jekyll Sandpiper visitors may never see these animals as they tend to remain hidden. Although you can often catch a glimpse of an alligator at the Horton Pond viewing platform.
Alligator Viewing Stand at Horton Pond - Tupelo Trailhead
This is a hidden place on Jekyll Island, GA. No signage points in this direction. Jekyll Sandpiper visitors should head north on Beachview Dr you will see the entrance to Villas by the Sea on your right and an unmarked street on the left. Turn left. A short distance down the path is a small parking area. The Horton Pond viewing platform is just steps away. If you are looking for a walk through a maritime forest then try the Tupelo Trail.
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Alligator Viewing Stand at Horton Pond - Tupelo Trailhead
This is a hidden place on Jekyll Island, GA. No signage points in this direction. Jekyll Sandpiper visitors should head north on Beachview Dr you will see the entrance to Villas by the Sea on your right and an unmarked street on the left. Turn left. A short distance down the path is a small parking area. The Horton Pond viewing platform is just steps away. If you are looking for a walk through a maritime forest then try the Tupelo Trail.
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How to Travel to Jekyll Island Georgia USA
Find Jekyll Island by driving north or south on I-95, the exit is 29 miles north of the Florida boarder. The closest airport to Jekyll is the Brunswick Golden Isles Airport, with daily flights into Atlanta - Hartfield Jackson Airport. Jekyll Sandpiper renters might also want to check on flights to Jacksonville International Airport, which is only a bit farther from Jekyll and connects to more cities.
Jekyll's Many Eras - European Settlement, Plantation Era, Millionaire Retreat, State Park
These folks share some of the same reasons for visiting Jekyll Island. A playground filed with activities and sites for all to enjoy. One of Jekyll's nicknames is the Nearest Faraway Place, as Jekyll Sandpiper visitors cross onto the island they leave the rest of the world behind. Entering into a place for both relaxation and fun filled activities. Learn a bit about Jekyll's history, then visit us to make history your family and friends are sure to cherish.
Jekyll's Many Eras - European Settlement, Plantation Era, Millionaire Retreat, State Park
These folks share some of the same reasons for visiting Jekyll Island. A playground filed with activities and sites for all to enjoy. One of Jekyll's nicknames is the Nearest Faraway Place, as Jekyll Sandpiper visitors cross onto the island they leave the rest of the world behind. Entering into a place for both relaxation and fun filled activities. Learn a bit about Jekyll's history, then visit us to make history your family and friends are sure to cherish.
Cycling - Golf - Summer Waves - Horseback : A Few of Jekyll's Activities
Jekyll Sandpiper renters will love the multiple avenues available for exploring the island. Snag a bike from the garage and ride our miles of trails. Take a horseback ride on the beach or pick from one of four golf courses for your enjoyment. In the summer months, kids can cool off at Summer Waves, the island's water park.
Cycling - Golf - Summer Waves - Horseback : A Few of Jekyll's Activities
Jekyll Sandpiper renters will love the multiple avenues available for exploring the island. Snag a bike from the garage and ride our miles of trails. Take a horseback ride on the beach or pick from one of four golf courses for your enjoyment. In the summer months, kids can cool off at Summer Waves, the island's water park.