Florida's Historic Coast Travel Planner 2017 | Page 20

Traveling with an itinerary is so last decade

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Traveling with an itinerary is so last decade

Throw out all the guide books when visiting Florida’ s Historic Coast. This is a destination where you’ ll find plenty to see and do everywhere you wander.
Where entertainment can always be found around every corner. Where your cocktails are the star of the show and the beers are crafty. Where you’ ll find plenty of eclectic bistros, sidewalk cafes and upscale wine and tapas bars to complete your culinary adventure.
Adventure travelers will have plenty of stories to tell after a visit to Florida’ s Historic Coast. Hover over alligators on the challenging Crocodile Crossing zip line at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park. Glide across the water powered only by the wind on a kite surfing lesson with Ocean Extreme Sports.
Soar over the city in a 1935“ model” Waco biplane. Take in the coastal vistas while cycling the AIA Scenic Byway – a route with designated bike lanes between Ponte Vedra Beach to the north and Marineland to the south.
You can plan your visit around a concert at St. Augustine’ s famous outdoor amphitheater, which has hosted artists from Paramore to Jack Johnson, or at the cozy Ponte Vedra Concert Hall known for intimate concerts and a diverse variety of artists.
If you’ re looking for a romantic vacation, you’ ve come to the right place. The ancient city has breathtaking architecture, intimate brick-lined streets to explore, and a relaxed atmosphere with friendly locals.
Looking for something a little more familyfriendly? Young families find Florida’ s Historic Coast to be a never ending source of fun. Splash on the shore, explore a pirate ship, get up close to a cannon in a real Spanish fortress.
Make lasting memories by swimming with the friendly finned residents of the Marineland Dolphin Adventure.
No matter what your budget, you can splurge with a stay in a five star resort or find a great deal at a comfortable hotel. Stay for a weekend or extend your vacation at one of many condominiums and private homes for rent. Vacation your way on Florida’ s Historic Coast.
Cocktail hour at the Ice Plant
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