Coastal Companion

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Cumberland Island Named One of TripAdvisor’s Best Beaches in America

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Cumberland Island was chosen by TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel community, as one of its top ten beaches in America. The winners were determined based on TripAdvisor’s Popularity Index and TripAdvisor editors.

Featuring miles of peaceful and quiet beachfront, Cumberland Island Seashore has a uniquely isolated, undiscovered feel. The beach is ideal for swimming, or to just enjoy a quiet time basking in the sun. As one TripAdvisor traveler shared, “Cumberland Island is one of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches on the east coast. The white sand that extends for miles of endless beach is sublime.”

“These spectacular beaches stand out for their world-class sand, breathtaking water, and all-around relaxing environments,” said Michele Perry, director of communications for TripAdvisor. “Many of these beaches are off the beaten path, so travelers should pack their beach bags and head there before word gets out.”

For the TripAdvisor reviews on Cumberland Island go to Cumberland Island National Seashore, Cumberland Island, Georgia.

TripAdvisor’s Top 10 Beaches in America:

1. Fort De Soto Park’s North Beach, Tierra Verde, Florida
2. St. Andrew’s State Park, Panama City, Florida
3. Kailua Beach Park, Kailua, Hawaii
4. Cumberland Island National Seashore, Cumberland Island, Georgia
5. South Beach, Miami, Florida
6. Tunnels Beach, Kauai, Hawaii
7. Pensacola Beach, Pensacola, Florida
8. Hunting Island State Park, Beaufort, South Carolina
9. Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California
10. Waimea Bay Beach Park, Oahu, Hawaii

Here is the link to TripAdvisor’s best beaches in America.

Farmers Market – St Augustine Beach

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Shop for a variety of food at the Farmers Market located at the ocean-side St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The Farmers’ Market features selections of fresh produce and green houseplants. Rain or shine.
Every Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
St. Johns County Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd
St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
904.347.8007

Jekyll Island Foundation 7th Annual Sea Turtle Weekend

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Join the Jekyll Island Foundation for this all-inclusive weekend event. Activities include shrimp boat excursions, dolphin tours, guided kayak trips, reception and private tour at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, and a Saturday evening Low Country Boil and Auction at the Jekyll Island Club Beach Pavilion. Proceeds benefit the ongoing conservation and restoration efforts of the Jekyll Island Foundation.

www.jekyllislandfoundation.org

Anastasia State Park’s Annual Beach Bash – St Augustine, Fl

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Enjoy a day of sand castle building, scavenger hunts, nature walks, and other fun family activities. Beach Bash celebrates the beginning of summer with numerous activities and fun. Sand castles must be all-natural in keeping with the park setting. Prizes will be awarded!
Anastasia State Park.  Call 904.461.2033 for more information.
This event takes place in the park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 7th.
Admission: $5 per vehicle, $1 for pedestrians and bicyclists