Venue

Unforgettable Location

Join us at the enchanting and historic Jekyll Island Club Hotel for this year's conference, a gem nestled in Jekyll Island, Georgia. This picturesque island, conveniently located between Savannah, Georgia, and Jacksonville, Florida, offers a tranquil escape on the Georgia coast.

Historic Grandeur Meets Modern Luxury

Delve into the rich history of the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, a sanctuary that began over a century ago as an exclusive haven for America's elite. The likes of Morgan, Pulitzer, Rockefeller, and Vanderbilt once graced its halls. Today, you too can bask in the splendid mix of natural charm, architectural elegance, and top-notch service that once catered to these notable figures.

A Legacy of Distinction

The hotel's storied past is a tapestry of American history. In the late 1880s, it emerged as the winter haven for the nation's wealthiest, marking it as the world's most exclusive club at the time. It hosted pivotal moments, including the birth of the Federal Reserve System in 1910 and the pioneering transcontinental phone call in 1915.

Luxurious Lodging Options

The conference will convene within the walls of the four-star Jekyll Island Club Resorts. A block of rooms has been reserved at a discounted rate. For lodging, please call the Jekyll Island Club Resorts at 1-912-635-2600 and reference “DLA Conference” or “University of West Georgia.” Additional accommodations include oceanfront options like the Hampton Inn (912-635-3733), Villas By The Sea (1-800-841-6262), Days Inn (912-635-9800), and the Beachview Club Hotel (912-635-2228), all within a brief 5-minute drive from the conference venue. For the best rates, contact these hotels directly.

Local Ground Transportation

Island Transport & Taxi Services Inc.
(912) 634-0113

Max Transport Company
(866) 634-7749

Nighttime shot of Jekyll Island Club Hotel with Spanish moss hanging from oak trees in the foreground. The historic hotel is lit up, with a clear sky above and a 'Do Not Enter' sign to the side.

The Crane Cottage at Jekyll Island Club Hotel, with its white Mediterranean Revival style facade, red-tile roof, and a central cypress tree against a blue sky.

Sunset at a marina with silhouettes of various boats against an orange sky, reflecting on the water.

Wooden pier leading to 'The Wharf' restaurant at Jekyll Harbor, with outdoor seating and sunset sky reflecting on the water.

Directions

Air transportation is available into nearby Brunswick, Georgia (15 miles) as well as international airports in Savannah (90 miles) and Jacksonville (60 miles). The Jekyll Island Club Hotel provides transportation to and from the Brunswick Airport ($50 each way up to 2 persons with each additional person is $15), the Savannah Airport ($130 each way for up to 2 persons with each additional person is $25) and the Jacksonville Airport ($150 for one to 2 people each way, $30 each additional person on the same trip). Please get in touch with the hotel directly to arrange transportation. Rental cars are also available at each airport.

By land Jekyll Island is convenient to I-95; take Exit 29 and follow the signs east on U.S. 17 for approximately 10 miles. Turn right onto the Downing Musgrove Causeway (GA 520). Cross onto Jekyll and through Collection Station (a $10 Daily Parking Fee is required).

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Discover Jekyll Island: Attractions and Activities

Jekyll Island, a gem with an exclusive past, now offers a range of affordable attractions. Its 10-mile beach is a public haven, complementing Georgia’s largest public golf resort with 63 holes. Tennis enthusiasts can enjoy 14 clay courts, plus an indoor court at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Other activities include biking across the island, exploring the historic district, fishing, dolphin cruises, and nature walks, all set against the backdrop of its beautiful beaches.