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Fall is officially coming to a close and the holiday season is in full swing, bringing with it thoughts of cheer, hopes for a White Christmas and plans to spend quality time with loved ones.
Some revelers, however, may be looking to get away for a restful winter vacation that still offers plenty of local shops to visit, exciting scenery to explore and fun cold-weather attractions to experience, from ski resorts with twisting slopes to cabins nestled along a snow-capped mountain.
According to a list compiled by Reader's Digest, the "best winter destination" in all of Georgia is Golden Isles. This popular spot was praised for its delightful outdoor activities and "mild" weather.
Here's what Reader's Digest had to say about the best winter destination in the entire state:
"The four barrier 'Golden Isles' of St. Simons, Little St. Simons, Jekyll, and Sea Island offer mild weather, low hotel rates, and fewer crowds in the winter season. With temperatures in the mid-60s, a light jacket is all visitors need for long walks on the beach and marshland explorations. Winter is a great time for bird watching as feathered friends come south for the season; lucky visitors may spot the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale on its winter migration as well. Plus, visit Jekyll Island in January or February for its Island Treasures event, in which hand-worked glass globes are hidden all over the island for visitors to find — and keep as a one-of-a-kind souvenir."
Check out Reader's Digest's full report to read up on more of the best winter destinations around the country.