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at the Submarine Museum, or learn about “The Forgotten Invasion,” the last battle of the War of ou’re now in our “royal” corner of the beautiful Georgia 1812. Hike, walk, or bike along our well-marked trails, Coast, convenient to Interstate 95 at the Georgia/Florida or knock one onto the green at one of our many championship golf state line. Kingsland was once owned by King George II of Y courses. Save time and energy for your short trip to the Golden Isles England; whether you stay for the day, or a week, or longer, you’ll be of St. Simons and Jekyll, Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island, or treated royally by our citizens as you shop, dine, visit our attractions, Jacksonville, Fla. and enjoy our outdoor recreation areas. Kingsland: full of history, heritage, urban excitement, and fun Here, you’ll find the gems of Southeast Georgia:Cumberland Is- attractions amidst a backdrop of unspoiled beauty. Your rich coastal land’s white sand beaches and untouched natural beauty, the thunder kingdom …is just down the road! of pounding hooves as its wild horses gallop along the water’s edge; the mysterious, mirrored black waters of the , Attractions...... 2-5 home to alligators lurking below and native birds high above. King George II’s officers left us a rich cache of history that you can explore as Visitor Services...... 5 you shop and dine throughout the downtown and historic districts of Area Map...... 6-7 both Kingsland and St. Marys. Ready for more adventure? At State Park, cast a Accommodations...... 8-9 line from your boat and feel the excitement as you reel in the “big Annual Events...... 10 one.” Dive deep off the Kingsland coast and you just may find pirate loot, or strap on a parachute for the leap Day Trips & Excursions...... 11 of your life as you sail gently and safely to Earth. © Copyright 2010 Great Southern Publishers, Inc. You can also virtually explore the ocean’s depths 800-697-5568 • www.greatsouthernpublishers.com 1

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NATURAL ATTRACTIONS Cumberland Island f Crooked River State Park Go FISH! Fish and explore under Spanish moss-draped oaks. Hike through maritime forest and salt marsh, and you may spot gopher tortoises, fiddler crabs, herons, and coastal birds including painted buntings and redwing blackbirds.

f Colonial Coast Birding Trail & Woodbine Bird Sanctuary Get a bird’s eye view! Focus your binoculars on more than 300 bird species throughout this trail’s 18 sites, including Cumberland Island National Seashore, Crooked River State Park, and Okefenokee . The Sanctuary, which follows the Woodbine River Walk along the Satilla River, is home to many different birds seasonally; in addition, numerous bluebird houses have been placed around Kingsland to encourage Okefenokee National nesting in the area. Wildlife Refuge HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS

f Historic Downtown Kingsland Hobnob with the royals. Once owned by King George II of England and now listed on f Cumberland Island the National Register of Historic Places, this National Seashore “Royal District’s” rich history comes alive thanks Aaahhhh. Relax. to its brick sidewalks, colorful murals and its Downtown Kingsland Really, really relax. eager antique hunters scouting out bargains. Board the Cumberland Queen for a short ferry f Woodbine Riverwalk ride across the bay to Wind down at this former 1700s Woodbine plantation. The two-mile mean- Georgia’s own secluded dering, scenic river walk offers breathtaking views of the pristine Satilla River. paradise! The pristine white beaches and wind- swept dunes of this unspoiled National Seashore f Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum & are home to wild horses, sea grasses, majestic War of 1812 Exhibit live oak and palmetto forests, turkeys, al- Ancient artifacts tell the tales of Cumberland Island’s former residents, from ligators, armadillos, deer, and a tremendous the famed Carnegies to the Timucuan Indians, in this museum. Did you know variety of coastal birds. Hop on your rented that the last battle of the War of 1812 was fought at Point Peter in St. Marys? bike, tour the 1898 Georgian Revival Download a podcast of “The Forgotten Invasion,” hear the roar of the Plum Orchard mansion or visit the dramatic Hurricane of 1813, the promised freedom of slaves, and the shots ruins of the once magnificent Carnegie Estate “Dungeness.” fired in the final moments of the War of 1812. f Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge f The First Presbyterian Church c. 1808 Get wild! Kingsland is one of the gateways to the huge, 430,000- Your reverence is requested when you enter the acre Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, the “Land of the Trembling oldest Presbyterian Church building in the state of Earth,” home to hundreds of species of birds and wildlife. Check out the Georgia. This historic church also has the distinction welcome center, observation tower, and restored swamp homestead. of being the oldest building in Georgia that Rent bikes, picnic, fish, canoe, or take a guided boat tour. has been in continuous use as a church since its erection. 2 Oak Grove Cemetery attractions

f Oak Grove Cemetery c. 1788 Orange Hall Museum c.1829 Shhh! Don’t wake the residents! Genealogists and historians, visiting the historic Oak Grove Cemetery, where much of Camden County’s history lies, is like strolling down Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. The roster is impressive: the earliest marked grave is from 1801, and a soldier from every U.S. war is buried here.

f M cIntosh Sugar Mill Tabby Ruins c. 1825 Such sweet shambles! See and touch the largest and best preserved of all tabby remains in the Southeast at the ruins of this sugar mill that burned in the mid-1800s, making it one of the oldest industrial sites of Georgia. f Toonerville Trolley Clang! Clang! All aboard! Even if you’re not old enough Howard Gilman Memorial to remember Roy Crane’s nationally syndicated comic strip, Waterfront Park Wash Tubs & Easy, you’ll enjoy seeing the whimsical Toonerville f O range Hall Museum Trolley that Crane immortalized in his work which featured many c. 1829 local personalities. Southern Greece in the MILITARY ATTRACTIONS old South. This extraordinary example of Greek Revival architecture and antebel- f Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay lum life takes its name from “Ah-ten-tion!” Salute our service personnel whom you may the large sour orange grove see around this East Coast homeport for the Ohio-class nuclear at the rear of this home. The powered ballistic missile (SSBN) and reconfigured guided mis- architectural pearl of historic sile (SSGN) submarines. St. Marys is a living museum of the city’s past. Daily tours f Bancroft Memorial recapture antebellum life in Hip, hip, hooray! Climb atop this submarine replica of the Greek Revival style. USS George Bancroft Sail rising from a sea of green grass for a fun family photo. Even better, the exhibit is free! f H oward Gilman Memorial f Submarine Museum Waterfront Park Periscope up! With Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base Go “park” yourself and your Bancroft Memorial only minutes away, see one of the world’s most extensive family at this tranquil water- collections of submarine memorabilia and displays. See front park on the St. Marys firsthand a working periscope and working sonar pan- River. Watch the shrimp boats els, models of torpedoes, a deep-sea and sail boats skim by under a diving suit, submariner uniforms, stunning sunset. Toss a penny and more. The museum also in the fountain for good luck, offers a display dedicated and join your kids for some fun to the eight submariners on the playground. who received the Medal of Honor, as well as a reading area and gift shop. 3

www.VisitKingsland.com attractions Downtown Kingsland Mural CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS Woodbine Opry f Woodbine Opry Ready for a rompin’, stompin’ good time? Kick up your heels each weekend at this old-time music fest at the renovated “Old School” Woodbine Community Center. Chow down on delicious home-cooked vittles washed down with a swig of sweet tea while tapping your toes to Bluegrass and Gospel on Friday nights, and Country-Western music on Saturday nights.

f Performing Arts/Arts Camden/CCHS Theatre Productions Got culture? Check out this state-of- the-art, 1,800-seat, modern Arts Center, one of the jewels in Kingsland’s crown. Plays, ballets, and orchestra performances keep the crowds coming. Rent it for your large conventions.

f Local Art Galleries and Antiquing Got art? Discover local artistic talent in our delightful galleries featur- ing fine art, vintage furniture, antiques, collectibles, and oddi- ties that make everyone smile. There is a feast for the eyes in every shop window.

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f Kayaking Kayaking in a tidal creek Splish splash! There’s no better way to see Cumberland Island, Okefenokee Swamp, and other wet areas than via “personal paddling.” Nov- ices, enjoy our tranquil tidal creek trips, while the more experienced may prefer to take to the open water. Fishing off the dock f St. Marys Aquatic Center Wet and wild fun for the whole family! Kick back as you “tube” around the park in the endless river, or swim laps in the pool. This 7-acre charming water park features a 2-story twisting, turning slide and a play pool where kids can squirt, spray, and splatter.

f Fishing Charters & Rentals Reel in the “big one!” If it’s a big fish you want, then look no further. Reserve your day of fun in the sun with one of our many fishing charters! An annual Kingfish Tournament brings sport fishermen to the area; dates vary each year, so call ahead.

4 attractions f Area Golf Golfing abounds Fore! With 279 holes within a 30-minute drive of Kingsland, some of the best year-round golf courses in the South are in the Kingsland area. Laurel Island Golf Course – Eighteen unique holes designed by Davis Love III nestled amidst beau- tiful marshlands. Driving range, clubhouse, pro shop, restaurant, and banquet room. Trident Lakes Golf Club – Designed by Arthur Hills, this course is one of the few areas on Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base that are open to the public. Enjoy the driving range, clubhouse, hospitality room, and outdoor pavilion. f Sky Diving and Deep-Sea Diving Dive! Dive! Dive! Whether you swan-dive out of a plane or plunge out of a boat, Kingsland is a thrillseekers’ headquarters. Take a leap of faith and sky dive at the Jumping Place or swim with the fishes with the folks from the Divers Den for your unforgettable experience. f Geocaching Tally ho! Let the hunt begin! With a grand prize for completing Georgia’s first Camden Cache Geotrail, the challenge of filling your GeoPassport to win it is irresistible! The geocache sites are hidden around 10 downtown historic districts and area attractions, so you may have to stay overnight or come back again to complete your hunt! Get your GeoPassport at the Kingsland Sky diving at the Jumping Place Welcome Center and get started on a great adventure! visitor information services

Convenience, affordability, and hospitality: It’s all about area attractions, events, hotels, and restaurants to part of the “royal treatment” that Kingsland extends to its explore on your own. visitors! If you’re an adventure seeker, history buff, or nature Whether you’re visiting with a senior, educational, or lover, you’ll enjoy being in the center of Southeast Georgia’s youth group, or you’re a meeting planner, our Step-on coastal wilderness, with its beautiful parks, historical monu- Guide service is the best way to enhance your group’s ex- ments, and fun attractions, plus many clean and affordable perience during your visit. Call for more information about accommodations. Additionally, Kingsland’s great shopping this special service, as well as unique tour ideas and group and dining, engaging museums, and cultural events are all packages, and our free Group Tour Manual. within a few minutes’ drive of many coastal Georgia and northeast Florida attractions. Your first stop in Kingsland: the new Kingsland Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau Welcome Center is located off of Interstate 95 at Exit 3. We’ll 1190 East Boone Avenue direct you to areas where you can kayak or canoe through Kingsland, GA 31548 dense, misty marshlands, or to emerald-green golf courses (912) 729-5999 / (800) 433-0225 that will challenge and excite you, or to the best fishing or Fax (912) 729-7258 bird-watching areas. Or, you can simply pick up information www.VisitKingsland.com

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www.VisitKingsland.com accommodations Accommodation information subject to change. Accurate as of publication date. Free BreakfastIron AvailableMicrowaves*Meeting SpaceBusiness CenterSwimming PoolCoin LaundryFitness CenterPet Friendly**Refrigerator*Free InternetBus Parking Clean Stay USA 1220 Boone Avenue Ext • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-4363 • 912-729-2291 (fax) www.cleanstayusa.com

Comfort Inn 111 Robert L. Edenfield Drive • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-6979 • 877-4CHOICE • 912-729-7819 (fax) www.choicehotels.com

Comfort Suites 1322 Hospitality Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-576-7555 • 877-4CHOICE • 912-576-8999 (fax) www.comfortsuites.com

Country Inn & Suites 135 The Lakes Boulevard • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-576-1616 • 800-596-2375 • 912-576-1606 (fax) www.countryinns.com

Days Inn 1224 Boone Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-576-7958 • 888-611-6711 •912-576-6966 (fax) www.daysinn.com

Econo Lodge 1135 E. King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u 912-673-7336 • 877-4CHOICE • 912-729-4152 (fax) www.choicehotels.com

Fairfield Inn & Suites 1319 E. King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-576-1010 • 888-236-2427 • 912-576-1011 (fax) www.fairfieldinn.com

Hampton Inn 102 Reddick Road • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-1900 • 800-HAMPTON • 912-729-7532 (fax) www.hamptoninn1.hilton.com

Hawthorn Suites 1323 E. King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u 912-882-4170 • 800-527-1133 • 912-882-4189 (fax) www.hawthorn.com

Holiday Inn Express 1375 Hospitality Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u 912-882-8200 • 888-HOLIDAY • 912-882-8208 (fax) www.hiexpress.com

Hometown Suites 2343 Village Drive • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u 912-882-3004 • 877-876-9487 • 912-882-6891 (fax) www.htshotel.com *= Some or all rooms, **= Size limit & fees may apply 8 accommodations Free Breakfast Microwaves*Meeting Space Pet Friendly**Refrigerator* Bus Parking Iron Available Business CenterSwimming PoolCoin LaundryFitness Center Free InternetBus Parking Jameson Inn u u u u u u u u u u 105 May Creek Drive • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-9600 • 800-JAMESON • 912-729-5029 (fax) www.jamesoninns.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites u u u u u u u u u u u 104 May Creek Drive • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u u 912-882-8010 • 800-SLEEPLQ • 912-882-8030 (fax) www.lq.com

Magnolia Inn u u u u u u u u u u 1325 Hospitality Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u 912-576-4777 • 800-899-9330 • 912-729-8812 (fax) www.MagnoliaKingsland.com

Microtel Inn & Suites u u u u u u u u u u 1325 East King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-1555 • 800-771-7171 • 912-729-1655 (fax) www.microtelinn.com

Red Roof Inn u u u u u u u u u u 1363 Highway 40 E. • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u 912-729-1130 • 800-RedRoof • 912-729-1309 (fax) www.redroof.com

Rodeway Inn u u u u u u u u 1311 E. King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-5454 • 877-4CHOICE • 912-729-6148 (fax) www.Rodewayinn.com

Sleep Inn & Suites u u u u u u u u u u 1321 Hospitality Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-673-7116 • 877-4CHOICE • 912-882-5278 (fax) www.choicehotels.com

Super 8 Motel u u u u u u u u u u u 120 Robert L. Edenfield Drive • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u 912-729-6888 • 800-800-8000 • 912-882-4958 (fax) www.super8.com

The Western Motel u u u u u u u u u u u 1215 E. King Avenue • Kingsland, GA 31548 u u u u u u u u u u 912-729-3000 • 912-729-3981 (fax)

Crooked River State Park & Camping KiKi RV Park u u u u u u u u u u u camping 912-882-5256 • 800-864-7275 1135 King Avenue East, Kingsland Country Oaks Campground & RV Park www.gastateparks.org/info/crookriv 912-673-7336 I-95 Exit 1, ¼ mile west • 912-729-6212 Located on 500 acres, this park offers cozy facilities in a www.passport-america.com www.countryoaksrv.com beautiful setting. Campsites are surrounded by moss- Conveniently located off of Interstate 95. Quiet country at its best. General store, LP gas, city draped oaks. Most cottages overlook the river. Hikers 22 total 60-foot-long RV sites, full hookups, 20/30/50 u u u u u u u water and sewer, pull thrus, 20/30/50 amp sites, laundry can explore the nature trail that winds through maritime amp service, cable, WiFi facilities, oak-shaded sites, bath house. Enjoy wrap- forest and salt marsh. Facilities include 62 tent, trailer, RV hotspots available, restaurants and gas around porches with swings and rockers. campsites and 11 cottages. next door. *= Some or all rooms, **= Size limit & fees may apply 9

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festival is a spectacular fireworks display shimmering over the St. Marys River at dusk. Enjoy 5K/10K races, parade, food concessions, entertainment, and Scenes from the Kingsland Catfish Festival arts and crafts booths at this festival hosted by the Kiwanis Club.

f Rock Shrimp Festival 1st Saturday in October, St. Marys Head to historic St. Marys located minutes east of Kingsland to honor the ‘rock shrimp’, a coastal delicacy that looks almost like a tiny lobster and tastes somewhere between a shrimp and lobster. Food concessions, arts and craft booths, 5K/10K races, a parade, and entertainment line the streets just down from the shrimp boats of Georgia’s coastal waters.

f Okefenokee Festival 2nd Saturday in October, Folkston Held around the old train depot on Main Street in Folkston, just west of Kingsland. Enjoy a 5K run/walk, parade, entertainment, quilt and soapmaking, f Annual Labor Day Catfish Festival basket weaving, butter churning, local flavors and tastes, and bluegrass Servin’ up crispy Southern-fried catfish with a side of music and dancing. country music! Festival-goers can feast on this and more during Kingsland’s award-winning Annual Labor Day Weekend Catfish f Hay Days Festival, the largest in Southeast Georgia. Saturday through Begins 2nd Saturday of October, St. Marys Monday, scheduled events include a parade, free concerts, arts/ Scarecrows and fall decorations take over the downtown historic district of St. crafts and food booths, antiques and collectibles, children’s Marys for this annual three-week event. Build-A-Scarecrow or do the Scarecrow amusement area, a 5K run, classic car & tractor exhibition and Stroll, but don’t miss this fun family event filled with treats, activities, and hayrides! the annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast. f Christmas Tree Lighting & Downtown Open House 1st Thursday in December, Kingsland f Annual Old-Time Oyster Roast The voices of carolers ring in the air as the brilliant lights glow, signaling the Saturday evening of Superbowl Weekend holiday season. Free hot cocoa, wassail, and Christmas cookies, story reading, The Kingsland Lions Club hosts this old-fashioned evening of fun with friendly and holiday photos with Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves fill the evening until the faces and good friends. Ticket prices include all you can eat oysters (BYO oyster guest of honor, “Santa Claus,” arrives. knife), shrimp, Brunswick stew, homemade chowders, and desserts. f National Memorial Service, WWII Sub Veterans f ‘Run About in the Royal District’ 1st weekend in November, Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base 3rd Saturday in March, Historic Downtown Kingsland An annual memorial service honoring World War II submarine veterans This annual ‘Horses to Horsepower Transportation and Vehicle Show’ is a on eternal patrol is held in conjunction with the weekend-long reunion as former lavish display of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors. Lining the streets of Subvets and their families renew old friendships and form new ones. Kingsland’s Historic District, the competition is fierce forhonors and trophies. f White Lights Ceremony f Crawfish Festival 1st Tuesday after Thanksgiving, St. Marys Last Friday and Saturday in April, Woodbine The streets of St. Marys are radiant with the glow of thou- The crawfish, a miniature cousin to the lobster, has its own celebration in sands of twinkling white lights. Carolers stroll through Woodbine, just minutes north of Kingsland. The two-day event is in the beautiful the historic downtown heralding Santa’s arrival for this Satilla Waterfront Park and Riverwalk in Downtown Woodbine. Lots of tasty craw- delightful ceremony. fish etoufee, free all-day entertainment, arts and crafts, and children’s activities! A complete list of area events and details is f Independence Day Festival available at www.VisitKingsland.com. Our Fourth of July, St. Marys area offers great family entertainment Amid a chorus of “oohhs” and “aahhs!” the highlight of this family-oriented throughout the year. 10 day trips & excursions

Ready to go play for the day? Blast off from Kingsland, your launching pad for the adventure, history, and natural wonders of Coastal Georgia and Northeast Florida. When you “center yourself” in Kingsland, each of these excursion Historic Downtown Brunswick trips is about one hour from your adventure headquarters. First stop: the new Kingsland Welcome Center off of Interstate 95 at Exit 3 for a wealth of informa- tion about area attractions, events, hotels, and restaurants. Learn about Coastal Georgia’s history, beaches, golf, fishing, boating, shopping, dining, and lodging. f The Okefenokee Trail Trains, trails and gator tails! When you enter the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge at either Kingsland, Waycross, or Folkston, you’ll appreciate its massive 430,000 acres of natural wetlands and wildlife. Get the full scope of this magnificent natural wonder by taking a guided boat tour or paddle your own rented canoe. Follow the trails, observing a wide variety of wildlife everywhere. f Folkston Funnel Love to tinker with trains? Watch them roar into Folkston, GA from the viewing platform overlooking the double track which is the main artery for railroad traffic into and out of Florida. The lighted platform is cooled by ceil- ing fans, and offers visitors picnic tables, a grill, and a new restroom facility. Tune into a radio scanner to listen to the trains “talk.” On some days, you may count 40 or more trains from as many as seven different railroad companies, headed to are now enjoyed by Georgia’s residents and annual visitors. Jacksonville, FL, or Savannah and Waycross, GA. Take the horse-and-carriage tour of the 240-acre historic dis- trict to truly taste the elegance of Jekyll’s past – its “millionaire” f Waycross legacy. Take home a “turtle tee” from the Georgia Sea Turtle This city offers several perspectives on life in Southeast Georgia, both past Center, where, through fun, interactive exhibits, you’ll learn and present. Explore via boat tours, boardwalks, and about Jekyll’s sea turtle conservation and rehabilitation pro- nature trails. Enjoy art and history at Okefenokee Heritage Center, Southern For- grams, and the turtles’ amazing journey from egg to adulthood. est World, and Obediah’s Okefenok, a mid-1800s homestead. Boat, ski, golf, or hike the nature trails at Laura S. Walker State Park. f Fernandina Beach & Amelia Island, FL Resort to… shopping and relaxing! For golf, tennis, sailing, f Brunswick & the Golden Isles fishing, and sightseeing in a resort setting, head to Amelia Island, with the Historic Downtown Brunswick is a vibrant mix of galleries, restaurants, city of Fernandina Beach, FL, at its heart, just across the St. Marys River from antique and specialty shops within Georgia’s second largest concentration Camden County and Kingsland. Shoppers will be in heaven in the 50-block of historic structures. One of the five original ports of entry for the colonies Historic District, and history buffs will love Fort Clinch. in 1789, historic downtown Brunswick offers a waterfront park with a weekend farmers market, shrimp boats, and a lively calendar of arts events. Board the “Lady f Fort Clinch State Park Jane” where you can play “shrimper for a day!” Also, tour the Hofwyl-Broadfield Relive America’s military might during a daily tour with period re-enactors Plantation Historic Site, a preserved rice plantation homestead carved from depicting the garrison life of 1864 at one of the most well-preserved 19th the marshes along the Altamaha River. century forts in the country. After you’ve toured the fort and been awed by its St. Simons Island – Families flock to this barrier island for its wide variety of mighty cannons, just north of Fernandina Beach, FL, you can spend the day fish- activities for all ages and interests, from beach and water ing, hiking, swimming, or enjoying a picnic lunch. activities to biking, golf, tennis, and horseback riding. Explore the shops and galleries, tour the St. Simons f Jacksonville, FL Lighthouse, Christ Church, and Fort Frederica via Get jazzed in Jax! Just a few minutes south on I-95, explore this vibrant trolley, and sample the varieties of coastal cuisine. city’s abundance of shopping malls and venues, endless cultural opportuni- – Once the playground of the ties, night life that includes everything from intimate jazz clubs to a world-class wealthy, this pristine island’s uncrowded beaches, symphony, national and international sporting events such as Super Bowl XXXIX guided nature walks, and jogging and biking trails in 2005, 22 miles of beaches, 72 golf courses, and 111,669 acres of parks. 11

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