The Golden Isles, Georgia 
The Golden Isles of Georgia are a group of four barrier islands on the 100-mile-long coast of Georgia on the Atlantic Ocean. They include St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and Little St. Simons Island. Since the American Civil War, the islands have become eliteresorts frequented by some of the nations wealthiest families. The islands' goodweather and natural beauty have made the area an exclusive place to live and visit with picturesque luxury resorts and superb golf.
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The Cloister at Sea Island
Designed in the Addison Mizner Mediterranean-style tradition of the original, The Cloister offers elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites on Sea Island. Among many amenities offered by Sea Island Resorts are three championship golf courses, nine dining venues, 16 tennis courts, state-of-
the-art meeting and banquet facilities, an award-winning 65,000 square-foot spa and fitness facility, a nationally recognized children's programme, and five miles of private beach.
The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club
The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club is a premier hideaway for those seeking privacy and classic luxury. This southeast golf vacation lodging is reminiscent of an English country manor. And with world-class golf, exceptional diningoptions, 24-hour butler service, and invigorating activities. Most guest rooms overlook the emerald fairways or the Atlantic Ocean.
Jekyll Island Club Hotel
There are 9 tennis courts, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and a Surfside Beach Club. In addition, the hotel offers a regulation size croquet lawn and bicycle rentals year-round. The Club's guest rooms and suites have been custom-decorated in a style befitting the elegance. Rooms feature fireplaces and/or Jacuzzi tubs and all rooms feature multiple telephones, AM/FM clock radios and an array of custom bath amenities. Today's guests praise the Club's culinary delights served in two distinctive Jekyll Island restaurants and a popular bakery-delicatessen.
The King & Prince Beach Resort
A beautiful atrium lobby with its indoor heated pool and hot tub leads guests into this resort. There are 187 handsomely decorated guest rooms comprised of oceanfront rooms, oceanfront cabanas, resort view rooms, and standard rooms in a variety of settings. Amenities on site include a concierge desk, four outdoor pools, two clay tennis courts, recreational rentals, ocean access, a fitness exercise room, and a full service restaurant.
Facilities subject to change. Fees may apply for certain amenities and services. Parking charges may apply at city centre hotels.
We are pleased to suggest the following recommended courses around The Golden Isles based on our own experience and the feedback of our clients:
Sea Island Golf Club Seaside Course
Sea Island Golf Club Plantation Course
Sea Island Golf Club Retreat Course
Osprey Cove Golf Club
The Club at Savannah Harbor
Hampton Club
Jekyll Island Golf Resort Indian Mound Course
Jekyll Island Golf Resort Pine Lakes Course
Jekyll Island Golf Resort Great Dunes (9 holes)
Jekyll Island Golf Resort Oleander Course
Sea Palms Resort (27 holes)
Play at the private courses listed can be arranged in most cases
BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Georgia, with the beautiful azaleas and magnolias providing a superb backdrop in the spring!
WEATHER AVERAGES (courtesy of www.weather.com)
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Daily High Temp |
Monthly Rainfall |
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January |
16°C |
52°f |
98mm |
February |
17°C |
57°f |
89mm |
March |
21°C |
65°f |
100mm |
April |
24°C |
73°f |
71mm |
May |
28°C |
80°f |
68mm |
June |
31°C |
87°f |
128mm |
July |
32°C |
89°f |
122mm |
August |
31°C |
88°f |
156mm |
September |
29°C |
82°f |
158mm |
October |
25°C |
73°f |
99mm |
November |
21°C |
63°f |
63mm |
December |
17°C |
55°f |
72mm |
The Golden Isles are best accessed through Brunswick Airport, which is served by flights connecting through Atlanta. However, you may also wish to enjoy The Golden Isles as part of a greater itinerary driving along the East Coast.
Delta Air Lines - Gatwick to Brunswick via Atlanta
The Golden Isles are located in southern Georgia providing a choice of two centre destinations across the eastern USA:
From Sea Island to: |
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Hilton Head Island, SC |
123 miles (2 hours) |
Kiawah Island, SC |
194 miles (3½ hours) |
Atlanta, GA |
315 miles (4¾ hours) |
Myrtle Beach, SC |
281 miles (5 hours) |
Orlando, FL |
220 miles (3½ hours) |
