St. Augustine, Florida is home to a number of Gilded Age landmarks, which started when railroad tycoon Henry Flagler created the tourist infrastructure for his passengers. Among them was the Alcazar Hotel, first built in 1888. The History of the Lightner Museum It was the second of his grand hotels, following the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), located … [Read more...] about Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
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Girlfriend Getaway Guide to St. Augustine, Florida
Known as America's Oldest City, St. Augustine, Florida has long been a popular place for getaways, especially for families and history buffs. But even if you've seen the major attractions, you'll find so much to enjoy with a group of friends. The city is also close to Jacksonville and nearby beaches if you want to extend your stay. Where to Eat in St. Augustine Despite … [Read more...] about Girlfriend Getaway Guide to St. Augustine, Florida
Southern Stays: Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
Located between St. Augustine and Jacksonville, Florida, the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club was established as a membership club in 1928 and become a popular annual getaway for travelers from throughout the East Coast. During World War II, three Nazi agents came ashore here before being captured. The history is detailed with exhibits in the inn, with vintage room keys and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
19 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in Miami
The city of Miami, Florida has been used for its stunning coastline and scenery in television shows and movies since 1919, like in other film cities of Atlanta, Charleston, New Orleans, and Wilmington. Some are classics, while others you may have forgotten about. This is by no means an exhaustive list, so you can find more on IMDB and Miami and … [Read more...] about 19 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in Miami
Where to Go (in the South) in 2022
It's nice to think we've gotten to a point where everything is "back to normal," but that just isn't the case. Variants are on the rise but travel hasn't slowed by any means. The last two years have been challenging for the travel industry (and website owners like me!) but I feel hopeful that things are turning around. Now is a great time to support the small towns and … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2022
