Changes in Georgia Islands
Georgia islands that locals say have lost their old charm include Tybee and Jekyll, due to tourism booms and development sprawl.
Longtime residents feel that these coastal gems have become unrecognizable, with crowded shores and rising property costs.
Georgia’s barrier islands used to be the kind of places where you could hear the waves before you saw them, where sandy roads led to quiet beaches, and where everybody knew your name.
Tybee Island has exploded with tourists, especially during summer months, and local shops now sell souvenirs instead of bait and tackle.
Autor's summary: Georgia islands lost their charm.