Visit St. Johns County
Just a short drive from the football frenzy of the Gator Bowl, St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra & the Beaches offer fans an inspiring world of golf, history, nature, beautiful beaches…and shopping! Combined with world-class accommodations and dining, the Gator Bowl’s next door neighbor provides all the ingredients for a memorable and fun visit.
St. Augustine, the Nation’s oldest city, still echoes to the days when it was an important outpost of the Spanish Empire while the splendor of the Victorian Age is preserved in the soaring architecture of Henry Flagler’s hotels. Brick-paved streets and horse-drawn carriages provide a memorable setting for exquisite dining, exploring art galleries and antique shopping.
Ponte Vedra’s elegant seaside resorts offer golf fans a perfect place to indulge their passion – including the TPC at Sawgrass, home of THE PLAYERS Championship. Nearby, the World Golf Hall of Fame enshrines the game’s greatest players in a setting that features two championship courses.
Attractions abound in this special place – 42 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches, the Castillo de San Marcos, the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park, two Outlet Malls, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and more than 60 others are here for Gator Bowl fans to enjoy. For information, call (800)653-2489 or visit www.Getaway4Florida.com.
Visit Amelia Island
Resting just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island offers a rich, colorful history and breath-taking natural beauty. With 13 miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife, and pristine waters, this barrier island has long been a favorite destination for those looking for a simple, yet perfect, beach vacation. Named the #5 top North American Island in Conde Nast Traveler, Amelia Island offers breathtaking natural beauty, luxurious spas, fabulous dining and diverse lodging choices.
Treasured for its unique history and charming character, the island is home to an irresistible mix of outdoor activities, golf, shopping and a charming historic district. Once a vibrant seaport village, downtown Fernandina Beach offers a variety of eclectic shops, attractions and eateries in a quaint Victorian setting. Visitors enjoy kayaking, sunset sails and horseback riding on the beach in Amelia Island. History buffs can visit Florida’s first spoken history museum or roam the 1,000-acre historic Fort Clinch.
Located 20 minutes from Jacksonville International Airport and 15 minutes from Interstate 95, the island offers a convenient location for travelers. Truly unique among Florida’s many outstanding treasures, Amelia Island is an enchanting showcase of all that makes Florida great. Forget the everyday getaway. Come make memories on Amelia Island. Call (800) 2-AMELIA or visit www.ameliaisland.com.
Mission Statement: The Gator Bowl Association’s mission is to provide Northeast Florida with the very best in college athletics and related activities in order to maximize positive impact on the area’s economy, national image and community pride.
