St. Simons Island, Georgia presents a golden opportunity for vacationers who love the water. And it's quite a fitting opportunity: Water sports in and around St. Simons Island are one of the biggest attractions in the area and with activities such as scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, sailing and many others, all experienced within a backdrop of untouched picturesque beauty, this time, all that glitters is gold. As St. Simons Island is just one of the stunning islands which comprise the Golden Isles, it never fails to guarantee vacationers anything short of a sparkling gem of a time!

Scuba   When it comes to scuba diving in St. Simons Island, few experiences can match the thrilling descent some 25-80 feet into the deep world of sea life and all the adventures that come along with it. Some favorite sights you can see in this underwater jungle are Gray's Reef located 17 miles off Sapelo Island, National Marine Sanctuaries, fish, loggerhead turtles and the Liberty Ship wreckage that attracts people and marine life alike to its mysterious core.

Snorkel   If snorkeling is more your go-to underwater sport, there are plenty opportunities to flex your muscle for excitement. Don't miss the denizens of the sea from the comforts of the water surface, just the way you prefer it; who needs to deep sea dive anyways? Observe them in their natural setting and treasure the moment forever.

Kayak   In this eco-friendly place you can also go kayaking on the ocean, creeks or on the marches. Enjoy a day of kayaking and be amazed by all the natural beauty; allow the sounds of birds overhead to become the serene soundtrack to your great day.

Sailing  There is nothing quite as ego-boosting as sailing your own "ship". You are the captain of your own domain, and in St. Simons Island you can sail your own Hobie Cat; be your own captain, throw caution to the wind and let your hair down. But if you prefer being guided on this fun-filled sailing adventure by an experienced captain you can have that too. In St. Simons Island everything is tailored the way you like it.

Water Play  In nearby Jekyll Island, the Summer Waves Water Park is a great place to take kids. Here your little ones can enjoy water sports in a child-friendly environment. So, don't miss it. Once you arrive, you are greeted by a chorus of elated kids, who in unison sing a song of sheer joy for finding a child's heaven on earth.  Their laughter, little feet splashing in the water and their total excitement at the twists and turns of the water slides, waterfalls and the smiling faces of other children nearby, will be a vacation they will take with them forever. Water rides such as The Frantic Atlantic Wave Pool, Pirate's Passage, Splash Zone, Kiddie Pool, Nature's Revenge, Force 3 and Turtle Creek are not soon forgotten.

So give you and your kids an experience you'll never forget; give your family a little fun in the waters of St. Simons Island and the Golden Isle.

This guide to water, water everywhere was brought to you by our resident St. Simons expert, Tommy Fassbender.