Amelia Island Ranked No. 4 “Top US Island” in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2024 Reader’s Choice Awards
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (Oct. 1, 2024) – Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Amelia Island, Florida, voted the No. 4 Top Island in the U.S. The only Florida island recognized in the awards, Amelia Island’s coveted No. 4 ranking puts the destination in the Top Five alongside No. 1 Hilton Head Island, South Carolina; No. 2 Kiawah Island, South Carolina; No. 3 Maui, Hawaii; and No. 5 Oahu, Hawaii.
More than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers’ Choice Awards, with their unparalleled legacy as the travel industry’s longest-running and most prestigious accolades, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector. The full list of winners can be found online.
“We are deeply honored to once again be voted among the best islands in the United States by the well-traveled readers of such a prestigious travel magazine,” said Gil Langley, President of the Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau. “This recognition reflects the passion of everyone who lives and works here to create an unforgettable experience for visitors. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who voted and invite both new and returning guests to come discover why Amelia Island is a perennial favorite for so many travelers.”
The Omni Amelia Island Resort and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, two of the island’s top-rated resorts, were also recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, being voted No. 4 and No. 14 respectively among the “Best Resorts in Florida.”
The 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler’s website at CNTraveler.com/rca and will be celebrated in the November issue.
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.
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