Booking one of the fishing charters on St. Simons Island is one of our favorite ways to spend a morning in the Golden Isles. Spend a few hours on the water here and you’ll understand why so many locals plan…
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Golden Isles Itinerary: 3 Days in St. Simons, Jekyll & Brunswick
We get asked some version of the same question all the time: “We have a long weekend in the Golden Isles. What should we do?” Our answer always starts with a map. St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and Brunswick sit…
Visiting the Georgia Coast in Winter: Holidays, Oysters, and Off-Season Deals
People ask us all the time whether the Georgia coast is worth visiting once summer ends. Our answer is always the same. Winter is when we love living here most! The beaches are quiet, the marsh turns gold, the oaks…
Where to Stay on Jekyll Island: A Local’s Picks
Jekyll Island is one of our favorite places to send people, and the first question we always get is where to stay. Jekyll is a state park, so there’s no sprawl of high-rises or chain strips here. Two-thirds of the…
Georgia Coast Tide Charts
The Coastal Georgia tides swing somewhere between six and nine feet, which is among the biggest ranges on the East Coast, and that swing can greatly affect what your day looks like. A beach that’s wide open at low tide…
2026 Guide to Coastal Georgia 4th of July Fireworks
America turns 250 this year, and the coast is marking the occasion with shows lighting up the water all the way from the Savannah River down to the St. Marys. Most of the big coastal Georgia 4th of July fireworks…
Dog Friendly Beaches in Georgia: Where to Take Your Four-Legged Beach Bum
If you’ve been searching for dog friendly beaches in Georgia, I have good news and I have some news you’ll need to plan around. The good news? Georgia has some genuinely beautiful beaches where your pup is welcome. The part…
8 Reasons to Pick Georgia Over Florida This Summer
If you live on the East coast, you probably grew up thinking Florida was the place to go on a beach vacation. It’s been drilled into us since childhood, right? But as someone who lives in Brunswick and spends way…
Jekyll Island Guide
Spend the day biking along miles of gorgeous trails, wandering through historic ruins, or relaxing on the beaches that are usually free from crowds. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, Jekyll Island invites you to slow down and savor…
The Art Scene in Georgia’s Golden Isles: Art Galleries, Classes & Events
The Golden Isles of Georgia are known for their natural beauty—but you’ll also find a vibrant and growing art scene that invites both locals and visitors to explore, create, and be inspired. From art galleries showcasing regional talent to community…
Fabulous Fall Events in Georgia: Coastal Edition
Fall on the Georgia coast is pretty awesome. The weather finally cools down enough to actually enjoy being outside, the summer crowds thin out, and this is when all the best parties happen. These fall events in Georgia range from…
The Very Best Jekyll Island Boat Tours
Looking for the perfect way to explore Jekyll Island’s stunning coastline? The captains here have years of experience and know exactly where to take you for an amazing day on the water. These Jekyll Island boat tours offer everything from…