Boneyard Beach…Cool! No Bones About It!

January 7th, 2013 by Charles Young

The area around Amelia Island is just brimming with natural wonders!  Take Boneyard Beach, for example.  Don’t let the name scare you – it’s not full of bones – just salt-washed skeletons of live oak and cedar trees that have fallen onto the beach due to beach erosion.  They remain there until the tide takes them out or they become fully eroded.  What you have is a fascinating display of super-large driftwood and a photographer’s dream!  Boneyard Beach is located at the northern most tip of Big Talbot Island, about a 20 minute drive from Amelia Island and a perfect place for a picnic lunch.  There are many cool trails to explore there that provide diverse habitats for bird-watching and nature study.  After exploring on foot consider launching a boat from the north end of the island to fish and tour the salt marshes.  Or consider renting a kayak and taking a guided tour with Kayak Amelia (888) 30-KAYAK.  Kayak tours require advanced reservations.

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Fresh Seafood at its Best!

August 27th, 2012 by Charles Young

Love fresh seafood?  Then don’t miss the recently opened Timoti’s Fry Shak!  In addition to offering daily specials, Carlin Catanzaro, manager, says the grilled fish and shrimp tacos and the fried shrimp baskets are some of the more popular items on the menu.  She adds that Timoti’s supports the local community by buying fresh produce from the downtown Farmer’s Market, local wild shrimp, and even local beers (try the Intuition line brewed in nearby Jacksonville)!  Located in the heart of the historic district (and within walking distance from the Blue Heron Inn), Timoti’s is a great place to hangout for a good bite or cold beer.  Even the kids can enjoy their own magical ship!

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Manager Carlin Catanzaro and Chef Brian McCarthy

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Review from Florida Travel Life

February 24th, 2012 by Charles Young

Please read this blog from writer Susan Friedman of Florida travel Life about her recent stay at the Blue Heron Inn.

https://www.floridatravellife.com/blogs/overnight-fernandian-beachs-blue-heron-inn

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Amelia Island Visitors Information

April 22nd, 2011 by Charles Young

There is so much to offer here in Amelia Island, Beach activities, nature hikes, museums and more. From parasailing to deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving to dolphin watching, and 13-miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife, and pristine waters, no wonder this is a popular destination, voted #5 among Top 10 North American Islands by Conde Nast Traveler’s 2010 Reader’s Choice Awards.

For more visitor info, we recommend you check out ameliaisland.com