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| Georgia's Golden Isles |
| St. Simons and Jekyll Islands |
| View of Atlantic Over Jekyll Island Beach |
| This past fall, I went on a week long trip to check out an old childhood vacation spot. I have not been to the area in years, so it was a natural choice for re-exploration! Georgia's Golden Isles actually consist of four barrier islands, but we will concentrate on St. Simons and Jekyll Islands. The whole area is historically rich, naturally magnificent, and filled with just about every activity you could imagine! I stayed on St. Simons Island, and made several day trips through-out the area's attractions. The area has changed in many ways, but to my great surprise there were areas that were almost exactly as I remembered it in my memories! This time, however, it was from a wheelchair that I was looking at things! |
| I stayed at the St. Simons Ocean Inns and Suites. This very quaint boutique lodging is fully accessible, and offers wheelchair accessible room with a TRUE roll in shower! It is not the least expensive place to stay in the area, but this trip was my anniversary ... So it was a great choice! The suite featured hardwood floors, a great bed, wonderful views and all the modern amenities. The staff and owners were very nice and accommodating. There is a pool on site, but no lift. Parking is under the hotel, and has elevator service to lobby and rooms. The picture at left is courtesy of Travelocity. |
| St. Simons Island has grown considerably! The area is a combination summer destination and year round residential center, yet it has remained the fantastic coastal community that I remember! It offers plenty of restaurants, shops and lodging. The Lighthouse and Fort Frederica National Monument are some of the many "must see" areas on the island. I recommend a dinner at the Georgia Sea Grill! Although they need to address the entrance ramp, the cuisine is well worth the effort! Jekyll Island is like being transported to my childhood! The island is evolving in it's lodgings, but the beach and other parts of the island are just like they were when I was a young boy! The miniature golf on the island has a beach wheelchair for no charge (just leave you DL as deposit). It allows the wheelchair user access to the wide expansive Atlantic beach! Accessible beach access is marked and there is ample parking. There has been a modern water park added, and the convention center has expanded. Jekyll Island is a historical treasure trove, and if you are interested in religion it has some areas that will amaze you. It is no wonder that the richest people in the world use to vacation there! Check out the links and pictures below! This area has so much to offer and it is well worth the look for your next getaway or vacation. There are sightseeing cruises, dolphin watching tours, and deep sea fishing charters. Please email me if you have any questions or suggestions! |
| Call (912) 635-2648 for Jekyll Island beach wheelchair!! |
| Due to personal illness, I have not updated the "Featured Destination" section in a while. I am going to the Smokey Mt. Area this week and will be reviewing a log cabin, the park, and area attractions. Look for the update on 5/20/09!! Thanks for supporting Qchair's Travellers! |