The King and Prince Golf Resort on St. Simon’s Island is the perfect destination for fun, family vacations. The beautiful barrier island on an Atlantic beach offers a variety of amenities that are family-friendly. The resort offers rooms, villas, and and home rentals for small and large families, some with barbecue grills to cook outside and spacious balconies.
During the Spring and Summer months there is a host of things to do at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort and on St. Simons Island. Special events, water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding, historical sites, biking, and bird watching are just a few.
We have stayed at The King and Prince many times, enjoying every type of accommodation offered; oceanfront room, 2-bedroom Villa, and a rental home, and it never gets old. Kids love being on the ocean and having a few pools at their disposal, but they also enjoy finding the treasures that are beautiful seashells and other ocean wildlife, on the beach and sandbars as well as catching crabs, dolphin sightings, climbing lighthouses, and visiting Fort Frederica. Dining options are ample on the island but with the addition of ECHO in the main building of The King and Prince, there is no need to leave the property to dine. If your family prefers to dine in, reserve one of their oceanfront villas or beach homes in which you’ll find a full suite of appliances including a stove and oven, microwave, full size refrigerator, dishwasher, and washer and dryer.
Events & Activities at The King and Prince Resort & on St. Simons Island, GA in March & April
Fun, family events are available during Spring Break in March and April. Below are events that are happening on or near St. Simons Island, Georgia during Georgia’s 2015 Spring Break timeframes.
Art Classes with Peggy Buchan at The King and Prince
Saturday, March 28th, 2015 – Learn to Paint Oak Trees and Moss
Saturday, April 4th, 2015 – Paint your Favorite Place – bring your own photo
2pm to 5pm at The King and Prince Resort
St. Simons Island artist Peggy Buchan is scheduled for four upcoming weekends as she instructs about how to capture the beauty of the Georgia Coast through paintbrush and canvas. With many years of experience painting the tranquil scenes for which the Golden Isles are known, the four themed classes are scheduled for up to (10) people, making instruction personal and focused.
Easter Egg Stroll
April 4
The excitement, anticipation and the sweet smell of Easter candy will waft through the air once again at the Annual Easter Egg Stroll on Saturday, April 4th, 2015. Holiday-clad children ages 10 and under will hunt for hidden Easter Eggs on the manicured lawn of Jekyll Island’s Landmark Historic District. Once a child finds ten eggs they will exchange them for holiday sweets. All children will enjoy crafts and visiting with the Easter Bunny.
Saturday 11th to Sunday 12th, April 2015
Over 70 fine artists and craftsmen fill Postell Park on St. Simons Island with beautiful visual arts including paintings, photography, pottery, baskets, woodwork, children’s toys, and many other media. This event is free to the public.
Doo Wop and Rock Concert
April 12
One night only at the Jekyll Island Convention Center, 75 Beach View Dr N, Jekyll Island. Enjoy songs of yesteryear from modern golden oldies artists Bobby Hendericks’ Drifters, The Chiffons, The Vogues and Dennis Tufano.
Diana Krall
April 13
8 p.m. Five-time Grammy Award-winning jazz pianist and world renowned singer Diana Krall will perform a special concert. Diana Krall’s Wildflower World Tour features pop classics such as The Mamas & the Papas’ “California Dreaming,” the Eagles’ “Desperado,” and Bob Dylan’s “Wallflower,” which inspired the album’s title track, for her album Wildflower, which is scheduled for release in October. Ticket Prices, $69.50. Presented by the Jacksonville Symphony Association and Florida Theatre. The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra does not perform at this event. Robert E. Jacoby Symphony Hall at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, 300 West Water St. Call (904) 354-5547 or JaxSymphony.org for more information.
Cinema PJ at the Historic Ritz Theatre: Babe (1995)
April 18
Bring the family for a fun evening at the movie! Admission includes free popcorn, a craft project and a favorite film. Perfect for kids of all ages and wearing your pj’s is ok! Popcorn and craft begin at 6:30 p.m., film screens at 7 p. m. Babe, a young pig, takes up residence on a new farm and learns that he must make himself useful if he is to survie. Determined to become a sheep dog or, rather, sheep pig Babe teaches the other animals and Farmer Hogget a few lessons in this charming family film. The Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St. (912) 262-6934 or goldenislesarts.org.
Family Fun on St. Simons Island
A great experience for families is “Shrimpin on the Lady Jane,” a tour through the St. Simon sound marshes to observe pelicans, dolphins and native wildlife. Kids get a chance to see the catch of the day, including sea life, crabs, and maybe even sharks.
St. Simon’s Island has a network of bike trails around the island. Bikes available for rental include surreys and bikes with infant seats. Surreys can comfortably accommodate up to nine passengers. Summer Waves Waterpark on Jekyll Island is a great place to spend a family outing. The park features exciting water rides including Pirate’s Passage.
Ghost Tours by Lighthouse Trolleys is a spooky way for families to learn about the history of some of the most historic sites on the island. The company offers walking tours and private trips for families. The Pier Village is a great destination for a family outing with the St. Simon’s Lighthouse and Museum and Neptune Park nearby.
The park has an oceanfront pool, miniature golf, a fishing pier, playground, and theater. On a tour of St. Simon’s Lighthouse and Museum visitors can climb the circular staircase to the top of the lighthouse and visit the lighthouse keeper’s home. the museum store sells books and lighthouse related gifts.
If your family loves water activities, Billy Bee Kid’s Fishing charters is a great way to spend the day on the water with the family. Do some fishing, watch for dolphins, and have a great day on the water. Kayak tours with Southeast Adventure Outfitters offers tours through the marshes and on the rivers.
See all the great activities St. Simons Island has to offer.
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort on St. Simons Island is one of my family’s favorite vacation destinations and it is sure to be yours as well once you have visited with your family. Set on an island with beachside cottages and a few hotels, the King and Prince resort is the only with oceanfront property. The King and Prince’s history dates back to 1935 when it opened as a dance club. During World War II, the hotel served as a naval coast-watching and training facility. You will find pieces of The King and Prince history throughout the property, in photos and
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is located on St. Simons Island, Georgia, one of Georgia’s fabled Golden Isles, which lie along the southeast corner of the State’s beautiful coast line, midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida. The abundant pleasures of exploring and enjoying this quiet, relaxed coastal Isle add so much to visits to The King and Prince. The mix of natural beauty, rich history, charm and inviting year-round weather, make St. Simons Island an inviting destination you won’t want to leave!
Getting There:
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is located on St. Simon’s Island, in Georgia’s Golden Isles. The Island is approximately five hours from Atlanta.
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
201 Arnold Road
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
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Wow, I’m excited to enter this contest. Our family just moved to Atlanta from snowy COLD New England. We would love some time away from our unpacking to go someplace to have fun! This resort looks like so much fun!
This vacation sounds wonderful! I have never been to St. Simon Island and that resort looks beautiful and would be so refreshing for spring break!
Would love to be able to get away with the family during spring break. it has been a while since we have had some quality together time away from home . And the beach is so relaxing and grounding.
I would lov to win a 3-night stay at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort for my parents . They will be celebrating their 32nd anniversary this May and deserve to celebrate it in a beautiful place like this.
I’ve always wanted to take the kids to St. Simon’s Island!
I’m so excited to be able to enter this contest for my family. This has been a very difficult year for us financially and emotionally. My kids have gone through probably more in the last year than their entire life’s. We were just discussing how nice it would be to get away for a few days to just have fun together. This would be that blessing that we are sooooo in need of! This would give us lots to get excited about and my kids plenty to talk about when going back to school! ????
I would love to spend Spring Break on the beautiful King and Prince Beach Golf Resort! We’re all so busy during the week, with school and work, we would be so grateful to be able to spend a fun spring break vacation!
I would love to win this for my family. My 8 year old has only been to the beach for 1 day ever! She would be so completely amazed and thrilled if we were able to take this trip. It would be fabulous and thrilling for her and to us. Thank you!
Why would I like to go on this trip? As a native Georgian, I have never been to the coast of Georgia and have dreamed of visiting this area for quite some time. The history is so rich there and I would love to take my family on an educational field trip to discover more about this great state we live in! Plus, the King and Prince seems to have that Southern charm and I would love to just sit back and relax with a mason jar of sweet tea;)
I would love to win this amazing trip. We recently moved to GA from FL, and I have never visited the GA coast. This would be such a fun trip for my family!
Our family is facing a layoff this summer and this trip would be awesome this spring. Thanks for offers such a fantastic opportunity for you readers. Atlanta Moms you Rock!
It’s a part of Georgia that I’ve never experienced before and I would love to visit with my husband and son. Plus, my son has been asking to go to the beach for months now after going when we visited his grandparents in Chicago this past summer.
I would love to win a 3-night stay at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort because, quite frankly, my husband and I could use a little break! Also, being from South Georgia, it’d be so great to go back “home” for a bit. Thanks for the chance and great article – very thorough!
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Umm wow this would be such an awesome win for me and my family of 6! We would absolutely love to win something like this and get away from the cold dreary weather here in Ga! A vacation is much needed but not afforded for us!
A spring break getaway to the King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is located on St. Simon’s Island in Georgia’s Golden Isles sounds AMAZING. We haven’t been and I love exploring Georgia. We live in a state where there is so much to see and do. This resort sounds like perfection!
I would LOOOOOOVE to go away for a few days. It’s perfect because it’s not TOO far away. I have a husband a toddler and 3 big dogs! A little vaca would be heavenly!
I would just go crazy if I won this. I really need a golf getaway!
My family would love the time away together on St. Simmons to relax and enjoy the sun and peaceful views of the beach
I love the Golden Isles. The beaches are beautiful and it is so relaxing. I would love to have a getaway a the King and Prince. Thank you for the opportunity.
I have a two-year-old and three-month-old twins. Need I say more? My husband and I seriously need a vacation! Being able to take the kids along is also important at this point. Hope we win!
I have lived in ATL for almost 9 years and have never been to the islands. As an active contributor to Trip Advisor, I would be coming back with much to say about the King and Prince, as well as area attractions and restaurants.
Our family loves the beach! I’ve seen pictures and read reviews of this resort and it looks gorgeous!!
I would love to win the stay at the King and Prince Resort so my family and I can go on a much needed road trip. I’m always looking for new family-friendly destinations and accommodations and this resort looks like a winner! Thanks for hosting this giveaway!
So many interesting and fun things to do at The King and Prince Resort this spring break! The Easter Egg stroll, Art Classes and Doo Wop and Rock are must-do’s. Our little family absolutely loves St. Simons and The King and Prince Resort is where we’d love to stay!
I would love to win this for our family. We could really use a getaway and my kids have never been to St. Simons Island.
Sounds like a fun way to enjoy Spring Break!
I have never been to the GA Islands and coming from little Rhode Island, I am so missing being surrounded by the ocean. This would be a wonderful family vacation and one my husband can not say no too.
I would love to win this package! I’ve never been to St Simons Island but have always heard that it’s a great place to take a family. We have 3 children and I know they would have a great time there!
My family and I made a New Years resolution to visit places we have never been before! This fits the bill! We love to explore and travel! Thanks!
Well who wouldn’t want a vaction after all these crazy snow days we’ve been having!?! We always go to the same place for a beach vacation, & I’d love to try St. Simons-this little place looks awesome!
I hope to win this giveaway so my family can spend time together having fun. We haven’t taken a vacation in a long time. We need to reconnect and have fun!
I want to go to The King and Prince Beach Golf Resort because I think it would be a great family vacation for my family and I. We have all lived in Georgia all our lives but haven’t been to this part before. I think that it would be an awesome experience.