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Great Ways to Experience Romance
Carriage ride through the old city

Romance

Romance is a common theme of stories past and present on Florida’ s Historic Coast. A popular destination for weddings, honeymoons and anniversary retreats, couples will find plenty of ways to set the mood and make lasting memories.

Great Ways to Experience Romance

Horse & Carriage Ride
Day or night, a leisurely horse and carriage tour through the nation’ s oldest city is a cozy way to see the sights. Find a carriage along the bayfront in St. Augustine.
Gourmet Dining
Florida’ s Historic Coast is a foodie’ s paradise. And an intimate dinner at Michael’ s Tasting Room with its adventurous menu and extensive wine collection is a dining experience to remember.
St. Augustine Lighthouse Tour by Moonlight
The breathtaking view from atop the St. Augustine Lighthouse – one of the most popular spots in the area for marriage proposals – is even more spectacular at night by the light of the moon. Sip champagne and snuggle beneath the stars.
Bed & Breakfast Inns
What could be more romantic than staying at a historic bed and breakfast inn? Well-appointed rooms, rare antiques, in-room spas, freshly made gourmet breakfasts and a friendly innkeeper ready to accommodate any request.
Luxury Retreats
Sip coffee from your private balcony overlooking the AAA 5 Diamondrated Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Relax in the award-winning spa. Enjoy a gourmet meal at Vernon’ s in the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa with its gourmet cuisine and luxurious setting.
Picturesque drive along Magnolia Avenue
Stroll Hand-in-Hand on the Shore
The gentle sound of the waves, the fresh ocean air and the secluded, unspoiled beaches in Ponte Vedra and St. Augustine are peacefully enjoyed with a walk hand in hand along the shore.
Outdoor Dining
The oldest public street in the nation offers plenty of local sidewalk dining on Avilés in downtown St. Augustine. Sip a glass of wine along the red-brick street and enjoy cuisine with an Italian, Spanish, Greek or Americana air.
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A Sunset Sail
Toast the end of another spectacular day aboard the Schooner Freedom. Sail aboard the tall ship for a completely different view of St. Augustine’ s historic district from the sea.
Wine & Chocolate
Sip a selection of bold and refreshing Florida wines at the San Sebastian Winery. Sample the succulent hand-crafted chocolates as you tour Whetstone’ s Chocolate Factory.
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