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Experience Southern soul & culture on this dreamy beach trip

The Golden Isles is brimming with charm and hospitality

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  • 02:22
  • 111 mi
  • $19
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Created by MortimerStevenson - July 24th 2017

Sometimes, a place has so much soul that it seems to seep out of every brick and every Spanish moss-draped oak. The Golden Isles is one of those kinds of spots... and there are tons of ways to experience it. From the distinctive cuisine, rich with fresh seafood and smoky barbecue, to the historic attractions, ranging from rice plantations to 18th-century forts, there is a ton of culture to discover. As you cross the region by land and by sea, you'll find yourself with a new appreciation for the little things that make the Golden Isles so unique.

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1175 Beachview Dr N Jekyll, GA, US

The Driftwood Bistro

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There's no better way to experience a region's culture than through their cuisine. Fried green tomatoes, crispy okra, flavorful rice-stuffed collards, wild-caught shrimp served a ton of ways, bourbon peach cobbler, and more give diners a real flavor for the local low country cuisine. The casual, homey setting and scenery make this a typically relaxing spot that will have you tempted to come back more than once during your trip!

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Photo of Driftwood Beach
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1175 N Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, US

Driftwood Beach

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10 Clam Creek Road, Jekyll Island, GA, US

Jekyll Island Pier

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2mi 00h 07m
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5mi 00h 13m
Photo of Glory Beach
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Jekyll Island, GA, US

Glory Beach

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3mi 00h 07m

100 Stable Rd, Jekyll Island, GA, US

Jekyll Island Museum

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0mi 00h 00m

13 Pier Rd, Brunswick, GA, US

Jekyll Island Glass Blowing Center

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42mi 00h 50m
Photo of Georgia Welcome Center
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Haddock Rd, GA, US

Georgia Welcome Center

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11029 Peppermill Ln, Jacksonville, Florida 32257-3379 USA

52mi 00h 54m

11029 Peppermill Ln, Jacksonville, Florida 32257-3379 USA

The Golden Isles is a region rich in culture and personality. It's a special place that feels warm and laid-back but is still very reverent of the storied past that has given the region its identity. From the cuisine, prepared with unique regional ingredients and a dash of pride, to the welcoming atmosphere created by the locals who are delighted to show off why they love their home so much on tours and excursions, it's easy to see why the aura of the Golden Isles brings so many people back again and again.