Jekyll Island Authority

The Georgia coast is in the spotlight once again. In Town & Country Magazine's "Snob’s Guide to the Georgia Coast," writer Lydia Mansel highlights the Golden Isles, including Jekyll Island’s history as a retreat for some of America’s most notable families. ⛱️ Read the entire article below!

Voting is now open for the Condé Nast Traveler U.S. Readers’ Choice Awards, and we’re proud to share that Jekyll Island is on the ballot across multiple categories. 🌴 - Beaches: Driftwood Beach - Islands: Jekyll Island - Resorts: Jekyll Island Club Resort, The Westin Jekyll Island We are honored to be nominated, as this recognition speaks to the collective efforts of our team and partners who help steward the island and create meaningful experiences for visitors every day. Vote now through June 30: https://lnkd.in/ePb88wtj

In a recent feature in Popular Science, writer Margherita Bassi highlights Earl Grey, a rare hybrid sea turtle in our care at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center! The article explores what this special turtle is teaching researchers about genetics, migration, and how sea turtles are adapting in the wild. We are proud that Jekyll Island is playing a role in advancing this important research. Read the entire article ⬇

We’re proud to share that Great Dunes Beach Park has been nominated for a USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards in the category of Best Place to See Fireworks. 🎆 This recognition highlights one of the island’s most memorable annual experiences, and comes at an exciting time as we look ahead to our America 250 celebration. Vote daily through May 11: https://bit.ly/4cnSxGB

Our team was honored at this year's Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus Conference with a TravelBlazer Award, presented by Georgia Trend, for our work on The District Shops at Historic Pier Road! 🎉 This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff and partners in reimagining a historic space as a vibrant place to gather, shop, and experience Jekyll Island.

Calling all creatives! 🎨 We’re looking for a Graphic Designer to help bring the island’s brand to life across platforms, supporting everything from conservation and preservation to the island’s diverse experiences and amenities. Learn more and apply below!

During TV coverage of the RSM Classic on neighboring St. Simons Island, broadcasters shared their excitement for the newly restored Great Dunes Golf Course. It’s always meaningful to see regional events spotlight the broader story of restoration, stewardship, and investment happening on our coast! ⛳️

This past fall, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution featured Great Dunes Golf Course on its front page—one of the final print covers in the paper’s history. The feature spotlighted the course’s historic restoration, honoring Walter Travis’s original design while embracing a conservation-forward approach for the future. ⛳️ Read the full feature: https://bit.ly/3O54Qhc

As travelers continue to seek out destinations that prioritize sustainability, we’re honored to be included in TravelPulse's roundup of U.S. destinations leading the sustainability charge for 2026, spotlighting our conservation-first approach to tourism. 🌿 Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4r0ndlY

We’re proud to share that Great Dunes Golf Course has been selected for The Kingdom List by Kingdom Magazine as a “One to Watch.” ⛳️ This recognition reflects the tremendous work of our staff and the strong partnerships that made the course’s successful reopening possible. From planning and restoration to operations and guest experience, Great Dunes represents a true team effort. We’re incredibly proud of what has been accomplished and look forward to seeing what’s ahead as Great Dunes continues into its next chapter!