Southern Luxury Splurge: The Cloister at Sea Island
from $495/night standard room
This 5 Star luxury resort on the Georgia coast is a great value and offers lots to do for all ages, in fact many Georgia families come with multiple generations. – Sue Rodman, Field Trips with Sue and 365 Atlanta Family
The Cloister at Sea Island, located on the Georgia’s Atlanta coast, features AAA Five-Diamond luxury, and a slew of luxury travel industry awards. In addition to their accolades, the resort features an incredible year-round children’s and family program, including Plantation Suppers, outdoor evening activities, horseback riding, a kid’s spa, family yacht cruises, naturalist programs, and more. Camp Cloister in the summer will keep your littles busy with games, baking, and a kid’s night out when mom and dad can relax in the luxury.
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