Golden Isles Issue 1 | Page 54

GOLDEN ISLES PLANNING Casual + Fine Dining FOLLOW THE LEADER The best way to see the sites? Book a tour. O @EMPIRESKYCO ftentimes, the ideal way to learn about an area is to sit back and let local experts take the wheel. In the Golden Isles, you can participate in nature, historic, or even ghost tours. With coastal marshlands and beaches so full of life, there are few places better suited for boat, paddleboard, or kayaking tours. On a trolley history tour, see landmarks and local attractions, while eerie year-round ghost tours showcase the legends of this region’s past. Saddle up with The Stables at Frederica and explore maritime forests, shaded trails and sunny beaches. The Golden Isles is one of few places along the East Coast where you can ride horses on the beach. Ditch the car and become your own tour guide on a bike or golf cart from Island Bicycle and Island Carts . Wind along paved pathways and meander at your own pace – you’re on island time after all! Sail into the sunset with Dunbar Yachts , Jekyll Island Boat Tours or Lighthouse Dolphin Tours , and keep your eyes on the horizon as you look for pods of friendly dolphins. Or, try your luck on the Emerald Princess Casino for off-shore gaming action. 52 Kingfisher Paddleventures Reconnect with nature and each other on kayak and paddleboarding adventures through the Golden Isles’ beautiful coastal landscapes. Locally owned Kingfisher Paddleventures offers lessons and eco- tours for fun, memorable outings. Take a tour with Norm, the owner, who combines his Ph.D. in conservation biology with his passion for the outdoors to guide you on a one-of-a-kind excursion. kfpaddle.com 912.230.4323