No need to leave your fur-baby behind when the rest of the family is on vacation. Amelia Island is a dog-friendly destination. We have many pet friendly accommodations along with outdoor eating establishments, bars, groomers, doggie day care, parks, and of course the beach. Bring your dog on vacation and experience our island with the entire family!
If you are visiting Amelia Island over the Thanksgiving Holiday this year, you may be looking for places to eat or meals-to-go. Hopefully this list will be helpful!
All year long Amelia Island host several family-friendly events celebrating our colorful past and present! Join us and enjoy our small town hospitality and wonderful winter weather!
Are your planning your next vacation using Airbnb, VRBO, or a locally owned vacation rental company like ours? Your team at Stay Better Vacations has years of experience in helping travelers like yourself book the rental that best fits your needs. Remember, read the details - it can make or break your trip.
The turtles are coming (nesting season is May - October) and here's what you need to know to enjoy this unique time on the beach while helping to protect these endangered animals.
Amelia Island has public pickleball courts, scheduled play, and tournaments. We also have vacation rentals in complexes that have courts available for your use during your stay. Bring your paddle & balls so you can continue to enjoy pickleball playing even when away from home!
Did you know that we have 4 birding locations in the top 100 Florida eBird hotspot list? Fort Clinch with 246 species; Big Talbot State Park/Spoonbill Pond with 221 species; Little Talbot State Park with 233 species; and Huguenot Memorial Park with 257 species. The Great Florida Birding Trail lists 12 locations for birding in the Gannet cluster that includes Amelia Island. Birding on Amelia Island is fun for the entire family!
Are you ready!? The countdown has begun and we are excited to be just a short drive from the Bill Gay Grounds at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. We still have a few vacation rentals available on Amelia Island. Stay here and have the best of both - great beaches & small town get-away, and easy drive to all the action before & on game day!