{"id":1975,"date":"2023-07-21T14:47:45","date_gmt":"2023-07-21T18:47:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aic.uat.starmarkcloud.com\/?page_id=1975"},"modified":"2025-12-16T16:32:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T21:32:44","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Amelia Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<style>\n.awards_grid img {\n    width: 100px;\n    height: 100px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    display: block;\n    object-fit: contain;\n}\n.awards_grid .card p:last-child{margin-bottom:0px}\n<\/style>\n\n<section id=\"card-grid-block_d837ac4a12b87856ead3b0171cb22e61\" class=\"awards_grid card-grid alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                <div class=\"row\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 text-center\">\n                <h2>Amelia Island accolades and awards<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 text-center\">\n                    <p class=\"mb-0\">Treasured for long stretches of Appalachian quartz shoreline, abundant outdoor recreation, championship golf courses and charming seaport character, Amelia Island is consistently ranked among the best places to travel to in the United States. See how others have ranked Amelia Island, and then come experience the island for yourself.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"row mt-3\">\n                <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 text-center\">\n                    <a href=\"\/awards-and-accolades\/\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" target=\"_self\">See More<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n             \n        <div class=\"row d-flex justify-content-center gx-3 mt-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/us-news_225x225.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Best Vacations logo\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#8 Best Romantic Getaways in the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>U.S. News &amp; World Report Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/conde-nast_225x225-1-200x200.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#9 of Top Islands in the United States<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler Readers&#8217; Choice Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/TravelandLeisurelogo-200x200.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"A circular badge with a gold border and black center that reads Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Awards 2025, 30th Anniversary.\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#2 of 10 Best Islands in the Continental U.S.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Travel + Leisure Wold&#8217;s Best Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/GlobalTravelerlogo-1.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Global Traveler\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#1 Best Island in the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Global Traveler Magazine<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/southern-living_225x225.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Southern Living logo\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#10 Best Beach Town in the South<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Southern Living Magazine<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/HGTV_LogoSM.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"HGTV\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#3 in 40 Most Charming Small-Town Downtowns in America<\/p>\n<p><em>HGTV<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/us-news_225x225.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Best Vacations logo\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#6 in Best Places to Visit in Florida<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>U.S. News &amp; World Report Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/USA-Today-Logo.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"USA TODAY logo featuring a large blue circle on the left and the text USA TODAY in bold black letters on the right, set against a white background.\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#10 Best Summer Travel Destination<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>USA Today<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/WhereverTraveler-200x200.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Wherever Traveler\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>Best Family-Friendly Beach Town, Florida (East)<\/p>\n<p><em>Wherever Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2025, 2024, 2023<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/GlobalTravelerlogo-1.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Global Traveler\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#1 Best Island in the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Global Traveler Magazine<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2024<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/TLlogo24-200x200.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Travel + Leisure World&#039;s Best Awards 2024\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#2 Best Island in the Continental U.S.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>TRAVEL + LEISURE Magazine<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2024<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 position-relative mb-3\"><div class=\"card border-0 shadow h-100 p-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/conde-nast_225x225-1-200x200.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler\"><div class=\"card-body p-0 pt-3 text-center\"><p>#4 Top Island in the U.S.<\/p>\n<p><em>Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler Readers&#8217; Choice Awards<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2024<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"shortcuts-block_d8bd76009ebdf5de99c642370e5f84c1\" class=\"overflow-hidden shortcuts alignfull\">\n        <div class=\"container position-relative\">\n        <div class=\"row d-flex align-items-stretch position-relative\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-4 pe-lg-4 d-flex flex-column justify-content-center\">\n                <h2 class=\"mb-4 text-center text-lg-start\">Explore the Island<\/h2>\n                <div class=\"shortcut-arrows shortcut-arrows-shortcuts-block_d8bd76009ebdf5de99c642370e5f84c1 slick-arrows d-none d-lg-block \"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8 position-relative px-lg-0 card-sm-height\">\n                <div class=\"row position-md-absolute\">\n                    <div class=\"col\">\n                        <div class=\"responsive slick-shortcuts-shortcuts-block_d8bd76009ebdf5de99c642370e5f84c1 slick-shortcuts-block\">\n                            <!-- each slide -->\n                                                                                                \n                                                                            <a href=\"\/getting-to-amelia-island\/\"  class=\"rounded card-small\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Getting-Here-P1_1920x530-1-2-260x361.png); 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The island also takes great strides in wildlife conservation, actively working to protect and restore habitats for sea turtles nesting along the shore, migratory birds and endangered right whales, and indigenous wildlife that thrive in the island\u2019s salt marsh estuaries. Additionally, many businesses, accommodations and restaurants implement eco-friendly practices, such as energy-efficient infrastructures, water conservation efforts and the use of locally sourced cuisine. With the entire island community committed to sustainability and responsible tourism, <a href=\"\/blog\/going-green-is-an-easy-lifestyle-on-amelia-island\/\">going green<\/a> is a way of life on Amelia Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<section id=\"cta-block_6fe5b32bd4fd555e68e1ec87237a1a2f\" class=\"cta alignfull cta-outer alignfull\" style=\"background-image: url( )\">\n    <div class=\"container position-relative\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n            <div class=\"col bg-coastal cta-inner mx-3 rounded\">\n                <div class=\"row d-flex align-items-center h-100\">\n                    <div class=\"col-lg-5 text-center p-4 pe-lg-0\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kayaking-tour-group-egans-marshes-460x460.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"kayaking tour group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kayaking-tour-group-egans-marshes-460x460.jpg 460w, https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kayaking-tour-group-egans-marshes-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ameliaisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kayaking-tour-group-egans-marshes-540x540.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/> \n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\" col-lg-7 text-white text-center text-lg-start text-center p-6\">\n                    <h2>Eco tours and activities<\/h2>                    <p>Amelia Island eco tours offer the chance to explore and appreciate the island&#8217;s rich biodiversity and learn about conservation. Whether it&#8217;s kayaking through the winding waterways of the Amelia River, embarking on a guided nature walk in the lush maritime forests, or taking a boat tour to observe the fascinating marine life, eco tours on Amelia Island offer immersive experiences the whole family will love.<\/p>\n                                                        <a href=\"\/things-to-do?category=outdoor-recreation,tours#directory\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" target=\"_self\">Explore<\/a>\n                                                    <\/div> \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"flipsnack-block_66bc12ebd7534c2895b1ed0589f8e088\" class=\"py-0 my-0 alignwide flipsnack\">\n<div class=\"container pb-5\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 text-center\">\n            <h2>Inspiration Guide<\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"row\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 text-center\">\n                <p class=\"mb-0\">Want immediate inspiration? View the digital version of the Inspiration Guide, and you\u2019ll have the best of Amelia Island right at your fingertips.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n<iframe \n    src=\"https:\/\/player.flipsnack.com?hash=N0ZENzhCNzdDNkYraG5pNDM1OXh1Mw==\" \n    width=\"100%\" \n    height=\"530\" \n    seamless=\"seamless\" \n    scrolling=\"no\" \n    frameBorder=\"0\" \n    allowFullScreen \n    allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-read; clipboard-write\">\n<\/iframe>\n        <\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"faq-block_855d2b6e78adbbd6eb2ec3e20784d7e7\" class=\"py-6 faq alignfull bg-ocean\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <!-- desktop -->\n        <div class=\"row d-none d-lg-flex\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-6 text-white pe-5\">\n                <h2 class=\"display-1\">FAQs<\/h2>\n                <div id=\"answer-display\" class=\"mb-3\">\n                    <p>Have a question about Amelia Island?  Whether you&#8217;re curious about the best times to visit, things to do, or recommendations for dining and accommodations, you&#8217;re likely to discover the information you need here. Take a look at our most frequently asked questions to the right. If you can&#8217;t find what you&#8217;re looking for, send a message to <a href=\"mailto:Info@AmeliaIsland.com\">Info@AmeliaIsland.com<\/a> and we&#8217;ll get back to you as soon as possible.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-lg-6\">\n                \n                <ul id=\"question-list\" class=\"list-unstyled text-white p-lg\">\n                    <li data-answer=\"&lt;p&gt;Amelia Island is only 35 miles from downtown Jacksonville. Head north on I-95, then take exit 373 east for 15 miles until you cross the Intracoastal Waterway.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;Warning: you may feel a sudden sense of ease and relaxation once you cross over the bridge.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" class=\"py-3 border-bottom\">How far is Amelia Island from Jacksonville?<\/li><li data-answer=\"&lt;p&gt;In addition to beautiful &lt;a href=&quot;\/travel-guides\/beaches&quot;&gt;beaches,&lt;\/a&gt; Amelia Island is home to an irresistible mix of luxury spa, world-class golf, distinctive dining, unique shopping and an amazing array of &lt;a href=&quot;\/things-to-do&quot;&gt;things to do&lt;\/a&gt; for families, couples and groups.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" class=\"py-3 border-bottom\">What is there to do on Amelia Island?<\/li><li data-answer=\"&lt;p&gt;Historic &lt;a href=&quot;\/travel-guides\/downtown&quot;&gt;downtown&lt;\/a&gt; Fernandina Beach is located in the heart of Amelia Island. Lined with beautifully preserved Victorian-era buildings, quaint shops, cozy cafes and craft breweries, it offers a delightful blend of nostalgia and contemporary flair.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" class=\"py-3 border-bottom\">Does Amelia Island have a downtown?<\/li><li data-answer=\"&lt;p&gt;Depending on your individual needs, Amelia Island offers a wide variety of accommodations. Choose from luxury oceanfront resorts such as The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and Omni Amelia Island Resort; intimate Bed &amp; Breakfasts; vacation rentals, hotels and campsites. For more information, visit our &lt;a href=&quot;\/places-to-stay&quot;&gt;places to stay&lt;\/a&gt; page where you can search for resorts, hotels, Bed &amp; Breakfasts, vacation rentals and more.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" class=\"py-3 border-bottom\">What are the best Amelia Island hotels?<\/li><li data-answer=\"&lt;p&gt;Less than 30 minutes from Amelia Island, Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is the closest airport and links Northeast Florida with cities across North America and around the world. Additionally, the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport is conveniently located on the island.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" class=\"py-3 border-bottom\">What is the closest airport to Amelia Island?<\/li>                <\/ul>\n\n                <script>\n                    jQuery(document).ready(function() {\n                        const questionList = jQuery('#question-list');\n                        const answerDisplay = jQuery('#answer-display');\n\n                        \/\/ Get the first question element\n                        const firstQuestion = questionList.find('li:first');\n\n                        \/\/ Display the answer for the first question by default\n                        \/\/ showAnswer(firstQuestion);\n                        \/\/ firstQuestion.addClass('fw-bold');\n\n                        questionList.on('click', 'li', function() {\n                            const question = jQuery(this);\n                            showAnswer(question);\n                            question.addClass('fw-bold').siblings().removeClass('fw-bold');\n                        });\n\n                        function showAnswer(question) {\n                            const answer = question.data('answer');\n                            answerDisplay.fadeOut(150, function() {\n                                answerDisplay.html(answer).fadeIn(150);\n                            });\n                        }\n                    });\n                <\/script>\n\n\n                    <a href=\"\/faqs\/?tab=about\" class=\"btn btn-light mt-2\" target=\"_self\">View All<\/a>\n                \n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- mobile -->\n        <div class=\"row d-lg-none\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-6 text-white\">\n                <h2 class=\"display-1\">FAQs<\/h2>\n                <p>Have a question about Amelia Island?  Whether you&#8217;re curious about the best times to visit, things to do, or recommendations for dining and accommodations, you&#8217;re likely to discover the information you need here. Take a look at our most frequently asked questions to the right. If you can&#8217;t find what you&#8217;re looking for, send a message to <a href=\"mailto:Info@AmeliaIsland.com\">Info@AmeliaIsland.com<\/a> and we&#8217;ll get back to you as soon as possible.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-lg-6\">\n                \n                <div class=\"accordion mb-4\" id=\"accordion37\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\"><p class=\"accordion-header\"><button class=\"accordion-button\" id=\"heading3712\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3712\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse3712\">How far is Amelia Island from Jacksonville?<\/button><\/p><div id=\"collapse3712\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3712\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion37\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Amelia Island is only 35 miles from downtown Jacksonville. Head north on I-95, then take exit 373 east for 15 miles until you cross the Intracoastal Waterway.<\/p>\n<p>Warning: you may feel a sudden sense of ease and relaxation once you cross over the bridge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion-item\"><p class=\"accordion-header\"><button class=\"accordion-button\" id=\"heading3713\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3713\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse3713\">What is there to do on Amelia Island?<\/button><\/p><div id=\"collapse3713\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3713\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion37\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>In addition to beautiful <a href=\"\/travel-guides\/beaches\">beaches,<\/a> Amelia Island is home to an irresistible mix of luxury spa, world-class golf, distinctive dining, unique shopping and an amazing array of <a href=\"\/things-to-do\">things to do<\/a> for families, couples and groups.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion-item\"><p class=\"accordion-header\"><button class=\"accordion-button\" id=\"heading3714\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3714\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse3714\">Does Amelia Island have a downtown?<\/button><\/p><div id=\"collapse3714\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3714\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion37\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Historic <a href=\"\/travel-guides\/downtown\">downtown<\/a> Fernandina Beach is located in the heart of Amelia Island. Lined with beautifully preserved Victorian-era buildings, quaint shops, cozy cafes and craft breweries, it offers a delightful blend of nostalgia and contemporary flair.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion-item\"><p class=\"accordion-header\"><button class=\"accordion-button\" id=\"heading3715\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3715\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse3715\">What are the best Amelia Island hotels?<\/button><\/p><div id=\"collapse3715\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3715\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion37\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Depending on your individual needs, Amelia Island offers a wide variety of accommodations. Choose from luxury oceanfront resorts such as The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and Omni Amelia Island Resort; intimate Bed &amp; Breakfasts; vacation rentals, hotels and campsites. For more information, visit our <a href=\"\/places-to-stay\">places to stay<\/a> page where you can search for resorts, hotels, Bed &amp; Breakfasts, vacation rentals and more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion-item\"><p class=\"accordion-header\"><button class=\"accordion-button\" id=\"heading3716\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse3716\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse3716\">What is the closest airport to Amelia Island?<\/button><\/p><div id=\"collapse3716\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3716\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion37\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Less than 30 minutes from Amelia Island, Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is the closest airport and links Northeast Florida with cities across North America and around the world. 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