As viewers make their way through the nine-part limited series Love Story, they are becoming more and more infatuated with the details ofJFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's relationship. The two were the definition of a power couple, and every moment of their lives was tracked by paparazzi… except for one. Somehow, the two were able to elude the media and "secretly" get married on September 21, 1996.
The special place they tied the knot was on Georgia's wildly underrated Cumberland Island. The remote national seashore is the largest of the barrier “sea islands” in Georgia. It is accessible through the town of St. Marys and is where wild horses roam free along secluded sandy beaches.
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It's an idyllic island that hasn't been over-commercialized in the slightest. It is only accessible from St. Marys via a ferry. There are no shops, restaurants, or even trash cans. However, it is a stunning place worth the experience, even if for just a day trip. Here are seven things to see and do on this iconic, little-known island.
@lo._boCumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia is a rare sight to see as no commercial buildings are permitted to be built and most of the land is untouched, protected wilderness. No condos, no hotels, no piers. Just raw organic nature at her finest ? #beach #island #coast #ocean
♬ original sound - ?The slow-paced island isn't exactly a mecca of things to do, but the tours help really round out the experience. The one motorized tour is the Lands and Legacies tour and aims to give visitors an experience that allows them to see both cultural and natural landmarks, lasting a full day.
If you prefer to walk or see the island at your own pace, the Footsteps Tour is a 1.5-mile walking tour led by park rangers that takes you to the Dungeness Ruins and offers a robust history.
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2. First African Baptist Church
A humble chapel that has no electricity was actually the exact location the two tied the knot. In a recent exclusive interview with Parade, Rosemarie Terenzio, JFK Jr.'s executive assistant and one of his closest friends, divulged that he insisted they get married there for a very personal reason.
Apparently, when his uncle Bobby Kennedy was shot, the church's deacon raced to tell the island, and they gathered in that church for a service for him. He was so moved that he insisted on having the ceremony there despite the lack of electricity and seating for their 35 guests.
It was established in 1893 and served as a place of worship and community center. You cannot just mosey up to it, though—you need to see it through the Lands and Legacies tour, which takes you to all the island's finest sites.
This hiking trail spans 4.3 miles and is the best way to see all the island's iconic scenery. It winds alongside the waterfront, where you can spot native birds or even dolphins.
Many visitors love to rent bikes and explore the island that way. You'll need to do some prep, though, and arrange a rental from Camden Bicycle Center, as on-island bike rentals are not a thing.
4. Dungeness Ruins
Walking through these ruins will give you a glimpse of what life was like in 1884. The Carnegie Dungeness mansion burned in the 1950s, but the ruins are frequently visited by the wild horses that roam the island.
The 18 miles of pristine beach are comfortably swimmable from April through September. It's perfect for relaxing or picnicking, and collecting shells, driftwood, sand dollars, and more along the shore.
6. Plum Orchard Mansion
This stunning mansion was built by Lucy Carnegie for her son George and his wife Margaret Thaw in 1898. You can tour the historic building—which was donated to the National Park Service in the 1970s—daily as part of the Lands and Legacies tour.
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7. Stay at the Greyfield Inn
The only accommodations on the island are at the Greyfield Inn, an all-inclusive stay on the remote island. It really is for a person looking to totally unplug.
There, you can have your three meals a day and pay extra for any bar and wine services. The evening dinners are more formal, so make sure to pack nice evening wear.
It also happens to be where JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette had their intimate wedding reception. The inn still offers wedding services for anyone interested.
Overall, the remote and stunning island is made for a slow-paced experience. If you truly need to unplug, this is the weekend trip for you.
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