on The Cover 3 LEFT TO RIGHT: HISTORIC COVINGTON SQUARE, COVINGTON/CALEB JONES; LIGHT STATION, SAPELO ISLAND/BENJAMIN GALLAND 4 SPEND A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS ON THE COAST When night falls on Sapelo Island , the swirling cosmos glitter like diamonds on indigo velvet – and it feels like the entire world is standing still waiting for a shooting star. The island’s lighthouse – a sentinel of Coastal Georgia – stands as a beacon for those seeking quiet reflection near the rippling Atlantic Ocean. As you gaze upward, wiggling your toes into a stretch of sand, waves rhythmically beat the seashell-peppered shore. Choose Georgia’s unspoiled beaches for idyllic quiet and otherworldly beauty. Seek ideas for beach vacations starting on page 119. SEE TANTALIZING SUNSETS IN SMALL TOWNS As the sun begins its fiery descent, Covington ’s celebrated square comes alive in a soft, golden glow. This town’s storied streets and historical architecture serve as the backdrop for both real-life fun and memorable television tales like “The Vampire Diaries” and “The Originals.” Twilight in Georgia’s small towns makes you feel like you’re stepping into a movie as you uncover hidden gems and special haunts. Stroll quiet paths for the charms of Georgia hamlets steeped in tradition – you’ll feel like you’re already home. Find small-town trip ideas on page 115. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 7
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