Savor distinctive luxury and reclaim nature’s timeless rhythm as a guest of the Mobil Five-Star Cloister at Sea Island. Located in the American South on Georgia’s beautiful Atlantic coast, The Cloister offers an array of family and individual activities – from rejuvenating massage services and fitness classes at the 65,000-square-foot Mobil Five-Star Cloister Spa and Fitness Center to an historic shooting school, 36 holes of championship golf and renowned equestrian center. Cloister guests experience genuine hospitality and world-class lodging with gracious service, natural beauty and legendary recreation, just minutes away from a private jetport and one hour from international airports in Jacksonville, Fl. and Savannah, Ga.

It’s summer, and that means a trip to the Jekyll Island! Take Friday off and bring the family down for three days of sun-soaked fun. Start the weekend off at Summer Waves Water Park, exploring 11 acres of slides, pools and water rides. Check in to your Oceanside room at the Jekyll Oceanfront Clarion Resort and then grab a bite to eat at Blackbeard’s Seafood Restaurant, famous for its grilled fish and ocean views. On Saturday, Dad can hit the links at one of the Islands many golf courses (Pine Lakes and Oleander are favorites) while Mom and the kids explore the island’s 20 miles of bicycle trails. The afternoon brings the perfect opportunity to do nothing – spend a few hours on the beach enjoying the white sands and ocean breezes of the Georgia coast. On Sunday, explore the ecology of the barrier islands at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, a sea turtle hospital and rehabilitation clinic, or take a tour of the waters surrounding the island with Jekyll Wharf Dolphin Tours.

Recently named America’s Most Mannerly City, historic Savannah is the perfect stage for a romantic summer getaway. Your weekend will be centered around the romantic Azalea Inn & Gardens, one of Savannah’s favorite Bed & Breakfasts. Start your trip with a tour of the historic riverfront with the River Street Riverboat Company to experience the history and beauty of Georgia’s first city. In the afternoon, explore the rest of historic downtown on foot with a tour of Savannah’s unique architecture with Architectural Tours of Savannah. Experience the best that southern grace and cuisine have to offer with dinner at Vic’s on the River , serving a combination of stylish charm and traditional Southern seafood. On day 2, head over to Tybee Island. Known as “Savannah’s Beach,” Tybee offers some of the most pristine sea and sand on the east coast. For dinner, the always popular Crab Shack on Tybee Island offers a laid back island atmosphere and some of the freshest seafood around. Wrap up your trip on day 3 strolling through the historic squares, taking advantage of the many quaint and unique shops scattered among the ancient oaks of Savannah.