Amelia Island,
Florida
Amelia Island, Florida
is today’s one of America’s few remaining unspoiled island
paradises. It lies in the northernmost part of the chain of
Atlantic coast barrier islands that stretch from North Carolina to
the state of Florida. It has a very rich history, and is now widely
acclaimed for its wonderful beaches, moss-covered oaks, fishing,
boating, and stunning sunrise and sunsets, as well as friendly
locals, making Amelia Island, Florida more than just a place to
visit.
The Location
Amelia Island,
Florida, as mentioned earlier, is the northernmost barrier island on
Florida’s Atlantic Coast. It is on the way to a number of other
enchanting destinations in the state, making the Amelia Island an
ideal place for every Florida traveler, especially those who are
traveling by car down Interstate 95, a mere 15 minutes west of the
Island.
It is said that many
frequent visitors, including the island settlers as well first
discovered Amelia Island, Florida as a friendly, comfortable and
entertaining way station on the way by car or boat to somewhere
else. Aside from serving as a final vacation destination, it is
nice to know that Amelia Island, Florida has long been considered as
the perfect place for tranquil day or evening respite from the
hustle and bustle of getting to another destination nearby, or
getting home at the end of the vacation father to the south.
How to Reach Amelia
Island
Vacationers can reach
Amelia Island, Florida primarily by car. They can use the Exit
129, the Fernandina Beach or Callahan exit off Interstate 95. All
vacationers need to do is to simply heed the signs east for 15
minutes or so to the widely known historic Fernandina Beach.
The Amelia Island,
Florida can also be reached by air through the Jacksonville
International Airport, which is just 30 minutes drive away from the
Island proper. Note also that there are private, corporate and
charter aircrafts out there that can utilize the facilities at the
Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport. And, from and to the airport,
rental cars are highly available for the vacationers.
The Weather
Since Amelia Island is
located on the northern part of Florida, it’s no wonder that it is
cooler in summer than further south. Many have also discovered that
the island has cool sea breezes. It is long and narrow, with only
two miles wide. It is important to note that on one side of the
Amelia Island, Florida is thirteen miles of beaches, while the other
side is identified by marsh wetlands.
Having such kind of
condition, the months of April, May and June are the lovely months
in Amelia Island, Florida. However, for those who come for golf,
the area is best during cooler winter months. And, with
temperatures from the 60’s, the visitors probably won’t swim in the
ocean, though the hotels’ heated pools would still be fun.
Just like other
destinations on earth, the Amelia Island, Florida is often visited
by brief thunderstorms, which are so common, especially from late
spring into autumn. The Amelia Island is lucky enough not to get
hurricanes.
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