Relaxing courtyard at The Collector Luxury Inn & Gardens .
Planning the Perfect Vacation
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It ’ s no surprise that St . Augustine reminds many visitors of Spain . Founded by the Spanish in 1565 , the nation ’ s oldest city has an old world charm — from its iconic fort on the bay to its historic bricklined streets . Further up the coast in Ponte Vedra Beach , pristine coastline and beaches look much as they did when Ponce de Leon first laid eyes on the area more than 500 years ago . Welcome to Florida ’ s Historic Coast .
WHERE TO STAY
Florida ’ s Historic Coast has a wide range of accommodations at varying price points . There are hotels with suites and condos for large families or groups during extended stays . Some of the most familiar hotels are just steps from the shore and boutique hotels cater to people looking for a unique overnight experience .
Bed & Breakfast Inns are a great choice for couples or small parties interested in an intimate stay . Innkeepers serve as the most experienced guides and can point you in the right direction for activities and attractions .
Resorts in Ponte Vedra Beach have everything you need in one place with restaurants , spas , outdoor activities and rooms with stunning beach views to accommodate couples and families .
Florida ’ s Historic Coast also has upscale hotels and inns for those on a quest for luxury . They ’ ll pamper you in style .
WHAT ’ S HAPPENING ?
There ’ s always something happening in St . Augustine , Ponte Vedra and The Beaches . Our Calendar of Events details what ’ s happening during your stay . You can have a calendar mailed to you or view it by visiting FloridasHistoricCoast . com .
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WHAT ’ S HAPPENING MUST-DO EVENTS
Florida ’ s Historic Coast attracts people from around the globe with its world-renowned golf courses . THE PLAYERS ® Championship takes place at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach in March . Golf ’ s greats play on a course made for the enjoyment of spectators in the gallery . There ’ s plenty to see and do when you ’ re not holding your breath watching that putt .
Spring brings Florida ’ s Birding & Photo Fest with 110 birding and photography field workshops . Classroom sessions are instructed by acclaimed photographers .
Sing Out Loud , September ’ s annual “ month of music ,” provides weekends filled with free entertainment throughout Florida ’ s Historic Coast .
St . Augustine commemorates its anniversary with Founder ’ s Day in September . It starts with a reenactment of the landing of Pedro Menendez de Aviles , followed by a commemorative Catholic Mass . The finale is a Thanksgiving meal marking more than 450 years of history .
St . Augustine ’ s Nights of Lights is a spectacular holiday tradition when millions of white lights blanket the Historic District from the ground to the rooftops . The event runs from the Saturday before Thanksgiving through the end of January .
I ’ M TRAVELING WITH MY FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND
You won ’ t find a more pet-friendly destination than Florida ’ s Historic Coast . Pet lovers are thrilled that plenty of our hotels accommodate pets . Here , you ’ ll have unique pet experiences such as taking your dog into popular museums and attractions . Restaurants in the Historic District and at the beach allow owners to dine with their pets on outdoor patios . Shopkeepers even provide water bowls outside their doors .
St . George Street Plaza