Amelia Island TDC

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Tourism is Nassau County's largest job creator and a leading driver of its economy. Our vision is to position Amelia Island as one of North America's top 10 island destinations, maximizing the return on tax dollars invested, increasing demand, and enhancing the visitor experience. Our programs are funded by a 5% tourist tax on short-term accommodations. We dedicate 65% of that revenue to advertise and promote Amelia Island using a variety of channels.

Created by the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners in 1988, the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council (AITDC) oversees the development and marketing of Amelia Island as a world-class tourism destination. As provided by Florida law, the AITDC is responsible for the expenditure of revenues received from the levy and imposition of the tourism development tax. Click to learn more below:

Amelia Island's Value of Tourism

HOW WE WORK

The goals of the AITDC are to generate visitation to Amelia Island and its attractions/special events, thereby increasing tax revenues, including sales taxes and those imposed on the hospitality industry. In turn, those tax revenues may be used to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the community, provide support for beach renourishment, and ensure a viable hospitality industry.

Benefits we provide include:

The AmeliaIsland.com website, newsletters, and social media channels that continuously bring the story of Amelia Island to life to travelers around the world
Partnership with local organizations and special events
Production of key events
State-of-the-art Welcome Center at the foot of Centre Street in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach, staffed by expert ambassadors, restored with care, and outfitted with the latest technology
Availability of market research based on traveler interviews
Marketing programs including print and digital cooperative advertising opportunities

ACCESSIBILITY

Amelia Island TDC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. As part of these efforts, we are actively working to improve the user experience for everyone, and in doing so, adhere to pertinent accessibility standards and guidelines.

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility and functionality of our website. If you would like to report any accessibility suggestions or problems, or if you would like to request accessibility-related assistance, please contact us at info@ameliaisland.com or at (904) 277-4369.