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Fresh Fish, Legendary Wine and Fun Festivals Enhance St. Augustine's Dining Scene
When it comes to dining out, St. Augustine residents don’t have to rely on chain restaurants. Fresh ingredients and fine wine combine to make eating out nothing less than a truly toothsome experience.
As one would expect in a city this close to the ocean, seafood is a main attraction. At Raintree, housed in a century-old Victorian building and owned by British expatriates, they use the fresh fish to wonderful effect, such as the satisfying seafood au gratin, shrimp and fish baked in a creamy... Read More »
Nation's Oldest City St. Augustine Celebrates Its Past With Pride
St. Augustine isn’t nicknamed “Ancient City” for nothing.
It seems no matter where you turn there is a monument or landmark honoring the area’s Spanish heritage and storied past. And no single landmark is more famous than the legendary Fountain of Youth.
The continent’s oldest historic site from the European invasion dates to 1565, about 50 year’s after Ponce de Leon’s arrival. Today, the Fountain of Youth National Archaeological Park features historical exhibits, a planetarium and, of course... Read More »
Fun in the Sun, From the Greens to the Beach
Slather on the sunscreen and head outdoors, because there is no better way to spend your time in St. Augustine than out enjoying the rays of sunshine.
The St. Augustine beaches along miles and miles of scenic coastline have many public areas for beach recreation and relaxation. In the southern area of St. Johns County, Crescent Beach is located on Anastasia Island, home to a wildlife refuge. It’s one of the more picturesque, unspoiled beaches in Florida, and if you’re looking to do more than... Read More »
