By Julie Deily Almost seven years ago, Curtis and I visited St. Augustine for a long weekend. It wasn't the first time visiting for either of us, but it was our first time visiting together. We have great memories of that trip. We didn't have a lot of money but we still had a blast. So given the…
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This tour of Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Fernandina Beach transports you to some of the oldest historical sites in the state. By VISIT FLORIDA staff Something is happening in downtown Jacksonville. There is a shared expectation here. A feeling that everything's moving in the right direction…
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Stop in the nation's oldest city, for the ocean vistas, in the nature preserves and parks and, finally, on the Isle of Eight Flags. One of the hundreds of reasons I love living in Florida is that I can hit the road any time of the year. When I have a desire to ride a remote two-lane that blazes…
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You already know St. Augustine is famed for its history, but did you know you can experience all things pirate, too? Get ready to pillage and plunder (no matter how young or old you are)! Pirate and Treasure Museum This timber-shivering museum experience will leave you feeling very thankful that…
Read MoreHere's a guide to St. Augustine's great beaches, listed geographically from north to south. History mingles with modern life in St. Augustine where you can shop, dine, and walk the shores where Spanish explorers first set foot hundreds of years ago. St. Augustine beaches are both secluded and…
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Discover 19 miles of quiet Palm Coast beaches, historic ruins, subtropical forests and the majestic Atlantic Ocean. Located between world-famous Daytona Beach and St. Augustine, this area is low on crowds and high on what Florida beaches are all about - sparkling, warm waters and soft sand…
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By Janet K. Keeler There are many ways to enjoy St. Augustine’s natural beauty for maximum minimum impact. The old city is the historic gem of Florida’s First Coast and can be explored from the water, by foot or with the aid of communal transportation. Established in 1565, St. Augustine is the…
Read MoreBoutiques, bistros, galleries and gift shops populate cubbyhole storefronts – but you won't find cars or bicycles. By Amy Wimmer Schwarb St. George Street in St. Augustine is the premier street in the nation's oldest city, a thoroughfare where pedestrians can stroll unencumbered by vehicle or…
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By Janet K. Keeler Keep in mind that you're walking the hall of retail history as you hunt for bargains at St. Augustine Premium Outlets. That’s coincidental, considering you are shopping in the shadow of the oldest city in the United States. St. Augustine was founded in 1565 and is considered…
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By Gary McKechnie If you haven’t ridden the stretch of A1A south from St. Augustine to Daytona Beach, give it a shot. There are sites to see in the 50-some miles but the standout is the Atlantic Ocean. A1A largely hugs the coast and you’ll be just about 10 feet above sea level as you pass…
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