Saint Augustine, Florida

Coastal Christmas to Do List: St. Augustine Nights of Lights

December 12, 2015

The unseasonable warmth in north Florida may have holiday travelers worried the coast forgot about December, but don’t let the recent heat wave fool you: it’s still the holiday season on the Florida coast. If you’re planning a coastal trip to wrap up your 2015, consider stopping by St. Augustine to check out their annual Nights of Lights. Lighting up the palm trees and coquina structures lining Florida’s historic coast, the St. Augustine Nights of Lights holiday event is currently underway. Going on now through January 31st, 2016, the event is a must-see for any traveler making their way to St. Augustine,

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Fuego! Exploring the Firepower of Castillo De San Marcos

February 20, 2014

There is no doubt Castillo De San Marcos would be standing today, and for centuries to come, if only for the impeccable construction of the fortress; the coastal garrison truly is a testament to the resilience of 17th century Spanish architecture. Yet the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States has had its mettle tested in the past, only to disappoint its aggressors by standing resolute time and time again. Several things can be attributed to the fortification’s staying power: the fort’s coquina construction, its geographical location, the cannons . . . Ah, yes: the cannons. Nothing quite like a row of

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Castillo De San Marcos: Bastion of Saint Augustine

February 9, 2014

On your “Things to Do” list in Saint Augustine, visiting the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States should easily make the top five. Of the few vestiges left over from North America’s colonial roots, Castillo De San Marcos (est. 1672) is a long-lasting relic that offers a glimpse into the life of the settlers that built and manned the fort over three-hundred years ago. Located just over a hundred yards off of Florida’s A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Highway, the fort serves as the northeast pillar of Saint Augustine’s downtown historic district, easily accessible from the city’s downtown historic district parking deck,

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Coastal Restaurants: Pizza Alley’s, St. Augustine

February 7, 2014

Don’t be fooled by the narrow entrance; this unique 2-in-1 Italian restaurant has plenty of space.   Pizza Alley’s is an Italian restaurant catering to the tourists of St. Augustine like none other. Nestled in between St. George Street and Charlotte Street in the historic district of St. Augustine, Florida, this two-sided restaurant offers casual booth seating on the St. George side for those looking for pizza and soft drinks, or you can opt for a more serious selection of Italian specialties in Pizza Alley’s Chianti Room on the Charlotte Street end. Either way, you won’t be disappointed. We decided to drop in

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3 Things to Check Before Visiting Saint Augustine, Florida

February 3, 2014

Saint Augustine, Florida is the oldest city in the United States, so naturally it’s a must-see for the history buff in all of us. Founded by the Spanish in 1565, the city is famous for its centuries-old national monuments, colonial-era buildings, and cobblestone streets meandering between various shops, restaurants, and churches. Unfortunately, there are some colonial-era attributes of Saint Augustine that don’t quite coalesce well with 21st century conveniences – like where to park an SUV on a busy Saturday. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 3 things you need to make sure you check before heading to Saint Augustine. These

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