Along the Atlantic Coast, on Amelia Island

Mission: get yourself to the beach for some serious face time with the dolphins. Plan of action: harness your inner bond girl and jump on the first flight to Fernandina Beach. The snowy white beach has remained untouched by commercialism, which makes it a haven for anyone who wants to exchange the fast track for some sand between your toes.

Fernandina BeachNeed more? A beautiful sunrise cresting over preserved dunes will inspire you to lounge or laze or maybe even pledge your "I do's" on the beach, riding horseback along the shore.   

Accommodations: Choose a honeymoon suite at a resort of B&B on Fernandina Beach, but our favorite is Amelia Island Plantation. It's bond girl approved. If you're on a family vacation, chose between local motels, hotels or resorts in the downtown area. Full-facility campsites are also available.   

Fernandina Beach Local Activities: Kayaking, canoeing, horseback riding on the beach, camping and sunset sails are all popular activities. Want to try something a little different? Rent a segway and tour the beach.

Fernandina Beach Area Attractions: The Amelia Lighthouse offers tours on the 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of each month. The 67ft structure was constructed on Amelia Island in 1830 and has been undergoing restoration since 2002. Get the family together and enjoy a day of learning how to sail at the Windward Sailing School, or create memories on Charter the Voyager; a 100ft replica of a gaff-rigged schooner from the 1840's.

Fernandina Beach Area Events:

• Concours d'Elegance (March): An infamous car show featuring the best of the best classic and historical automobiles.
• Amelia Island Film Festival (September): Film Festival, featuring screenings, workshops, lectures and exhibits.

Fernandina Beach Nightlife: Visit the Palace Saloon in downtown Fernandina and try a "Pirates Punch." It features daily live entertainment from rock to acoustical. The Frisky Mermaid Bar and Grill serves a "Frisky Mermaid," which is described as a "Caribbean sextuplet of rum, liqueurs, and a few other secret ingredients." If you're looking for something more romantic, take a chartered sunset cruise on the Voyager or try horseback riding on the beach.

Fernandina Beach Weather: Summers get very hot, reaching highs of up to 90F. Winters are also warmer than average, reaching highs of more than 70F.

Fernandina Beach Facilities: Fernandina Beach does not have on-duty lifeguards. Public washrooms and showers are located along the boardwalk.

Beach Fees: $5 per vehicle up to 8 passengers.

For more information or help planning your next Florida getaway, visit Amelia Island Chamber of Commerce.

Love Florida beaches? See all Florida beaches in our guide:

• Fort Walton Beach  
• Gulf Islands National Seashore
• Navarre Beach
• Panama City Beach
• Pensacola Beach
• Perdido Key
• Seaside Beach
• St. Andrews State Recreational Area
• St George Island State Park
• Shell Island
• St. Vincent Wildlife Refuge
• St. Joseph Peninsula National Park
• Ponte Verda Beach
• Apollo Beach
• Calaesi Island State Park
• Clearwater Beach
• Egmont Key
• Fort DeSoto Park