Beautiful beaches with white sand are one of the many attractions at Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach. The area is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Nassau Sound, Cumberland Sound, Amelia River, and the Intracoastal Waterway. The attractive Amelia River drifts through wonderful salt marshes and the historic waterfront of Fernandina Beach. Native birds make their home in the forested dunes. The modern shrimping industry was started in Fernandina. Sightseeing cruises sail from the Fernandina Harbor Marina to please both tourists and residents. There is a classic mix of Spain, Great Britain, France, and Mexico in the historic downtown area. Amelia Island Plantation is the area’s most noteworthy residential resort community. Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach offer so much to their residents. Amelia Island real estate and Fernandina Beach real estate continue to appreciate due to the natural beauty of the area.