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.
“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.”
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.
