The coast of Georgia is only about 110 miles long and includes 15 barrier islands. One of them, St. Simons Island, has been a popular resort destination and vacation spot for years. It’s also become a popular spot for permanent residents as well. There are a lot of reasons why people love vacationing on St. […]
As the holidays approach, families start planning for their Christmas vacation. For some, northern cities are a top choice for a picture-perfect, frosty and festive season, where snow is welcome around Christmas time. But not everyone wants snowfall to be a part of holiday cheer, particularly if driving is required. By late November and after […]
History is a big part of St. Simons Island and its enduring appeal. Because this island that’s just 18 miles long has a truly stunning number of richly preserved historic landmarks. St. Simons Island history is critical here. Those sites draw in visitors interested in history and culture. They also serve another purpose: to continuously remind […]
Biking on St. Simons Island? Yes, definitely. Places that boast stunning natural beauty have a built-in audience. That’s particularly true for visitors who can’t get enough of the great outdoors. If they live in the urban jungle, surrounded by concrete and tall buildings, a place like St. Simons Island is a beautiful retreat for them. […]
If you love Halloween fun, there are plenty of spooky and fun things to do on St. Simons Island around Halloween. The South is full of southern charm and richly preserved history. These two factors explain why so many visitors flock to Georgia. The chance to walk historic streets and explore buildings that date back […]
Back in 1969, golf legend, Davis Love Jr. moved his family to the idyllic setting of St. Simons Island. Love Jr. would go on to become one of the top golf instructors in the country after moving to St. Simons. He called the charming island his home until his death in a 1988 airplane crash. […]
St. Simons Island is such a beautiful location that all year round, you’ll find tourists flocking to the Pier Village, where they can stroll out on the pier and watch the waves coming in from the Atlantic Ocean. In the hot summer months, when a lot of cities feel like they’re baking under the sweltering […]
St. Simons Island is a paradise in the summer and fall months, where it’s tough to resist the appeal of relaxing on the beach or watching the ocean waves roll in from the Pier Village dock. For decades, families have been coming here to get away from big city pressures and enjoy the natural beauty […]
In our fast-paced world, people rush to their office, the supermarket, their kids’ schools, etc., then back home — their days fill up quickly. Often times, we start longing for a chance to step back into a quieter, more leisurely paced environment. A lot of vacationers have already discovered that on St. Simons Island, which […]
When you’re on St. Simons Island, the richly preserved history offers a fascinating reminder that you’re in the South. Key aspects of the island’s history, including remnants from the Civil War, can be explored here. But there’s something else guaranteed to make you feel like you’re in the South, and that’s access to things that […]