Coastal Georgia is rich in ecological wonders, from the waterways that are home to dolphins and other sea life to the islands that make some of the state's best vacation spots. Little St. Simon's is one such barrier island, located between St. Simon's Island and Sea Island. Originally private hunting land owned by a pencil magnate, it was passed down through the family … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Lodge on Little St. Simon’s Island
Golden Isles
Film Friday: Live By Night
Set in the Prohibition era, a man becomes involved in organized crime. The son of a police officer, he finds the thrill of his new life until he experiences the dark side. Ben Affleck, Zoe Saldana, Elle Fanning, Scott Eastwood, and Sienna Miller star in the film. Filmed In: Brunswick and Savannah, Georgia. Additional scenes filmed in Massachusetts and California. If You … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Live By Night
Southern Stays: Westin Resort Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island, Georgia is known for being a respite from the larger beach towns in Florida, a quiet community for families. A few years ago, there were only a handful of hotels, rental houses, and the campgrounds, but on my most recent visit, I stayed at the newly opened Westin Resort Jekyll Island. Located next to the Jekyll Island Convention Center, the property had only been … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Westin Resort Jekyll Island
Weekend Guide to Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Beach As one of Georgia's Golden Isles, Jekyll Island is much quieter than its neighboring St. Simon's. Prior to a few years ago, there was no gas station on the island. There's also a toll to get onto the island that is $8 for a day. In recent years, the island has been used as a filming location for movies such as Glory, X-Men: First Class, … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Jekyll Island
Shrimp Boat Tour with Credle’s Adventures
The Lady Jane Coastal Georgia has long relied on the seafood industry and the Shrimp Cruise with Credle's Adventures allows visitors to see where their food comes from. The Lady Jane is a Coast Guard-certified retired shrimping boat that has been transformed into an education encounter for all ages. The tours leave from nearby Brunswick, where you'll board the air … [Read more...] about Shrimp Boat Tour with Credle’s Adventures
