The largest of barrier islands off the south Georgia town of Brunswick, St. Simons Island is an energetic community that has a quaint shopping district, historic hotels, old-school vacation rentals and more amidst beautiful stretches of marshland and beaches.   It's also one of TravelOrMove.com's super coolest places in the world.

Area offers world-class amenities

Part of the Golden Isles, St. Simons and surrounding communities have world-class golf in a seaside setting with a rich and stories history. The whole area begs to be be explored and enjoyed. In St. Simons, you can eat superb seafood, enjoy horse rides, dive into early American history and thrill to wide, open beaches. You also can experience songs, stories, dances and more. Economic engines of the area include tourism, shipping, seafood production and other industries. There's also a nearby Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the College of Coastal Georgia. And as with many coastal resorts, there are world-class artists whose work makes the town sparkle.