Relaxation in the 7 Sisters State

  1. Day 1: Hammock Beach Club
    1 hour 10 minutes (56.7 miles) from Jacksonville

    Dip your toes in the sand, relax in your private cabana, or take a refreshing dip in the pool at this luxurious beach club.

  2. Day 2: Blue Spring State Park
    59 minutes (42.7 miles) from Hammock Beach Club

    Go kayaking or snorkeling in the clear, fresh waters of Blue Spring, and spot some of Florida's famous manatees.

  3. Day 3: St. Augustine Beach
    44 minutes (27.6 miles) from Blue Spring State Park

    Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the beach or indulge in some retail therapy at the nearby boutiques.

  4. Day 4: Little Talbot Island State Park
    37 minutes (20.4 miles) from St. Augustine Beach

    Escape the crowds and hike through unspoiled tropical forests, or take a leisurely bike ride through scenic trails.

  5. Day 5: The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
    47 minutes (31.5 miles) from Little Talbot Island State Park

    Unwind with a massage at the luxurious on-site spa, or enjoy a round of golf on the meticulously manicured golf course.

  6. Day 6: Cumberland Island National Seashore
    43 minutes (22.6 miles) from The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

    Discover untouched natural beauty at Georgia's largest barrier island, and spot wild horses roaming freely.

  7. Day 7: Fernandina Beach
    32 minutes (16.5 miles) from Cumberland Island National Seashore

    Take a sunset horseback ride along the wide stretch of beach, or explore the quaint downtown area filled with boutique shops and restaurants.

  8. Day 8: Huguenot Memorial Park Beach
    26 minutes (14.8 miles) from Fernandina Beach

    Soak up the sun on Jacksonville's best-kept secret beach, known for its miles of white sand and spectacular sunsets.

  9. Day 9: Sweet Pete's Candy Factory
    14 minutes (4.7 miles) from Huguenot Memorial Park Beach

    Indulge your sweet tooth with a tour of the factory, and sample some of the famous homemade candies and chocolates.

  10. Day 10: Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens
    16 minutes (8.3 miles) from Sweet Pete's Candy Factory

    Take a leisurely stroll through 120 acres of natural beauty, and admire the stunning array of botanical specimens and wildlife.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hammock Beach Club (1 day, $200)
  • Blue Spring State Park (1 day, $10)
  • St. Augustine Beach (1 day, $50)
  • Little Talbot Island State Park (1 day, $10)
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island (1 day, $300)
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore (1 day, $20)
  • Fernandina Beach (1 day, $50)
  • Huguenot Memorial Park Beach (1 day, free)
  • Sweet Pete's Candy Factory (1 day, $20)
  • Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens (1 day, free)
  • Total Estimated Cost: $730

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument or the Kennedy Space Center. If you have less time, skip Sweet Pete's Candy Factory or Fernandina Beach. Be sure to check the opening and closing times for each destination before making your itinerary.

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