Posts with tag 'st. augustine'

Lighthouses have played an important role in the history and development of communities on Florida's East Coast, so this is a great place to celebrate National Lighthouse Day which is coming up on August 7th. National Lighthouse Day was established to celebrate the history of lighthouses, along with their importance to maritime trade, the protection of sailors, and their role in helping coastal communities throughout the country prosper.

There are three historic lighthouses located on Florida's Northeast Coast, all built in the 1800s and preserved beautifully to the present day. We've got all the details you need on the historic lighthouses that you'll spot during your travels along Florida's East Coast.

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Any city that's been around for as long as St. Augustine is bound to have its share of spooky corners to explore. That holds true for the country's oldest city; there's so much frightful fun to have here come October! Check out these Halloween attractions in St. Augustine, FL for a terrifyingly good time.

Dark of the Moon Tour

St. Augustine's famous red-tipped lighthouse is one of the city's most popular landmarks. It's also notoriously haunted, having been featured on CNN, Fox News, and even TAPS Ghost Hunters. Discover the lighthouse's paranormal residents on the Dark of the Moon Tour or interact with them on one of the more exclusive Investigation Only tour.

Owning a second home in a Florida beach town is a surefire way of knowing you've made it. Year-round sun, palm trees swaying in the wind, and the salty coastal air combine to create an atmosphere of relaxation, warmth, and comfort. In other words, paradise. When you're in the market for a second home, consider shopping for some prime Florida beach town real estate in these seaside cities.

Vero Beach

Located on the prized Treasure Coast, Vero Beach offers up some of the most alluring coastal views in the state. Vero Beach's barrier island features 20 miles of gorgeous waterfront vistas from the Indian River on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. Just as charming is the unpretentious retro style on display in downtown Vero Beach, most pronounced in the shining neon lights and ar...

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St. Augustine might not pop into your mind when you think "destination wedding," but maybe it should. The gorgeous city is awash with one-of-a-kind attractions and it drips with historical significance. It also happens to be packed with tons of unconventional and breathtaking places to get married. If the typical churches and venues aren't capturing your imagination, check out these truly unique wedding venues in St. Augustine.

Tringali Barn 7310 US Highway 1 South, St. Augustine, FL 32086

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Is there anything that says Christmas quite like getting the family dressed up and paying a visit to jolly old St. Nick? We don't think so, which is why we've compiled this list of where to see Santa Claus in Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Whether it's a classic photo op in the mall or breakfast with Santa at a local restaurant, there are plenty of ways to make Christmas memories this December.

Where to see Santa in Jacksonville

11/2-12/24: Photos with Santa at the Avenues Mall

Time to put the finishing touches on those Christmas lists and get your best sweater on, because Santa has his sleigh parked at the Avenues Mall from now until Christmas Eve. Head

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