Amelia Island Voted No. 2 “Best Island” by Travel + Leisure Magazine
Amelia Island Voted No. 2 “Best Island” by Travel + Leisure Magazine
Amelia Island Makes “World’s Best” List for Sixth Consecutive Year
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (July 11, 2024) – Located just off the northeastern coast of Florida, Amelia Island has been voted No. 2 among the “Best Islands in the Continental United States” by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, one of the most popular travel publications in the world. This is the sixth consecutive year Amelia Island has made the magazine’s “World’s Best Awards” list, now in its 29th year. Amelia Island’s No. 2 ranking puts the destination in excellent company, including the Golden Isles, Georgia (No. 1), Mackinac Island, Michigan, Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, and the Florida Keys. To see a complete list of the World’s Best Islands, visit TravelAndLeisure.com.
“Being voted into the No. 2 spot is a great honor and a testament to the incredible beauty, diverse offerings, and genuine hospitality that really set Amelia Island apart,” said Gil Langley, President of the Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau. “The discerning readers of Travel + Leisure also recognize and appreciate the amazing, hard-working locals and industry partners who welcome our visitors and help make Amelia Island one of the world’s best vacation destinations.”
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, one of the island’s top-rated resorts, was also recognized by the readers of Travel + Leisure, being voted No. 6 among the “Best Resorts in Florida.” To read the list of Florida’s Best Resorts, visit TravelAndLeisure.com.
The World’s Best Awards is a travel awards program run by Travel + Leisure and based on an annual reader survey. The prestigious annual awards honor the top travel destinations, hotels, and companies worldwide. The winners will appear in an upcoming issue of Travel + Leisure magazine and have been released on TravelAndLeisure.com.
About Amelia Island
Northeast Florida’s coastal treasure, Amelia Island is a barrier island rich in colorful history and breath-taking natural beauty. Amelia Island offers long, beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and pristine waters. Upscale resorts with world-class spas, championship golf and exclusive dining blend effortlessly with a captivating collection of bed and breakfast inns and historic districts. The island is home to Fernandina Beach, once a vibrant Victorian seaport village, and now a charming downtown district of eclectic shops, attractions and eateries. Forget the everyday getaway; come make memories on Amelia Island. For visitor information and online planning, visit AmeliaIsland.com.