Nassau, Florida Holidays

Well-kept Florida secret
Nassau County in the northeast of Florida receives a fraction of British visitors to Florida but has been a favourite with discerning American tourists since the 19th century. Nassau County boasts the same soft white sandy Florida beaches and outdoor activities but with fewer crowds and represents excellent value for money. Beaches in Nassau County are famous for their soft white sand, shells and dunes. Nassau also offers excellent accommodation to suit all budgets, from historic inns to luxury resort-style beach hotels. For a cheap holiday in Nassau County try the small rented houses on Amelia Island.

Amelia Island
Most holidays here centre around Amelia Island, an elongated island 13 miles long and just 2 miles wide. Amelia Island feature some of the best beaches in Nassau County whilst also boasting museums, historic houses and Florida’s oldest hotel and bar. No holiday in Nassau County should miss out on Fernandina Beach, a friendly small town on Amelia Island. This charming, low-key resort is noted for its characterful hotels, picturesque 19th century buildings, interesting shops and quality restaurants. Fernandina Beach is ideal for relaxed sunbathing and is a fine example of the relaxed friendly atmosphere that Amelia Island holidays offer.

Boating and wildlife
Nassau County offers a great choice of outdoor activities and a superb sunny climate. Holidays in the area could include windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, tennis and rewarding horse riding. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy typically high-quality Florida courses in fantastic locations. Nassau also attracts keen anglers with its superb sea fishing. Sailing holidays in Nassau County also tend to focus on the islands and all trips here should include a little simple boating or a cruise on the waterway that separates Amelia Island from the mainland. Nassau also offers an abundance of exciting Florida wildlife, with opportunities to spot alligators and manatees in the marshes and 250 species of birds resident on Amelia Island.

Weather in Nassau County

Nassau weather is characterised by consistent sunshine and pleasant temperatures throughout the year. Spring in Nassau enjoys temperatures from 24C-30C with regular light afternoon showers while temperatures creep up towards the mid-thirties in summer. Temperatures begin to drop in October, in the late-twenties throughout autumn, and fall to a still mild 18C in January before beginning to rise again. This makes winter a very comfortable season to visit Nassau with the lowest rainfall at any time of the year.