If you’re looking for the perfect place to spend a peaceful summer vacation, then you’ve gotta check out St. Simons Island: the officially #1 best underrated travel destination in the U.S., according to a new study conducted by U.S. News Travel!
Keep scrolling to learn all about St. Simons Island!
Here’s what U.S. News Travel has to say about St. Simon’s Island:
Though the largest Golden Isle is a summer staple for Georgians, it’s often overlooked by out-of-state beachgoers in favor of Florida and South Carolina locales. This dreamy barrier island is home to stately live oaks, dune-lined beaches, maritime forests and quaint shopping villages, lending it a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere even during peak season. For those who prefer some variety in their beach vacation, St. Simons Island does not disappoint. Colonial sites like Fort Frederica National Monument, diverse nature preserves, coastal golf courses and forested bike paths will be there whenever you’re ready for a break from the sand.
And we’re not shocked: St. Simons Island is HOT this year–it’s actually the #1 best beach in the south, according to a new ranking! (And yes, that includes Florida beaches!)
Here’s the full list of top rated underrated travel destinations in the U.S.!
- St. Simons Island, Georgia
- Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Idaho
- Door County, Wisconsin
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Block Island, Rhode Island
- Big Bend National Park, Texas
- Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- Duluth, Minnesota
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Crested Butte, Colorado
And if you want to find out how they ranked these spots, you can read the article and check out their methodology here!
St. Simons Island is the perfect place for a nice, peaceful and quiet summer vacation away from the hustle and bustle of the city!