Upon hearing the words “romantic island getaway,” few people, if any, think of Georgia. Yet, Jekyll Island, located off the coast of Georgia, will certainly change your mind. Head to the Tidelands Nature Center for one of the island’s peaceful and stunning nature walks (http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/naturewalks.asp), and observe the ten miles of tidal beaches, maritime forests, and majestic sand dunes the way they were supposed to be observed.

Sleep at the effortlessly beautiful Beachview Club, head out on turtle patrol, and sip wine and watch the tides roll in. Make Jekyll Island your own personal secret getaway.