Category Archives: Florida

Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Reserve, Florida

Posted on February 26, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Where the Tolomato and Guana rivers meet and pour out into the ocean is an estuary of significant interest. Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve [505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082] or… GTM for short is … Continue reading →

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Barbara Jeans Restaurant, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Posted on February 25, 2018 by julieovaltrades

I was on a mission, somewhat of a mystery, for the stuff. It took me thirty minutes from Jacksonville to reach my destination. Time couldn’t go fast enough. A dark and quiet country-esque road, a breeze coming off the intracoastal. … Continue reading →

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Pinball at Anastasia Bowling Lanes, St. Augustine, Florida

Posted on February 24, 2018 by julieovaltrades

What’s a vacation without a trip to the arcade? If pinball is your game (you know it’s mine) look no further than Anastasia Bowling Lanes [3245 A1A S, St. Augustine, FL 32080]. It’s located a bit out of the main … Continue reading →

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San Sebastian Winery, St. Augustine, Florida

Posted on February 23, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Step inside a historic Henry Flagler’s railway building and get ready to unwind. San Sebastian Winery [157 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084] is not a place you would stumble on, because it’s a bit out of the main town … Continue reading →

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The Floridian Restaurant, St. Augustine, Florida

Posted on February 22, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The essence of southern charm, The Floridian Restaurant [72 Spanish St, St. Augustine, FL 32084] was such a treat from start to finish. Ambiance is classy yet casual, decor effortlessly vintage, and the local menu changes seasonally. All the southern … Continue reading →

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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, St. Augustine, FL

Posted on February 21, 2018 by julieovaltrades

One of the best and most interactive historical experiences you can have in St. Augustine is visiting Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. It’s the only existing 17th century military construction in the United States, and its oldest masonry fort. … Continue reading →

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Walking around Historic St. Augustine, Florida

Posted on February 20, 2018 by julieovaltrades

St. Augustine is the kind of place you can do some easy McDonalds tourism in. You’ll find pirate museums, wax museums, the fountain of youth, fudge, and t-shirts all on one block! Don’t be turned off if that’s not your … Continue reading →

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Watering Holes of Jacksonville, Florida

Posted on February 19, 2018 by julieovaltrades

+Veterans United Craft Brewery, 8999 Western Way #104, Jacksonville, FL 32256 You’d never find it if you weren’t looking. You’ll almost feel like your GPS is taking you on a ride. But faithfully there, is some of the best beer … Continue reading →

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Ice Cream in Jacksonville, Florida

Posted on February 18, 2018 by julieovaltrades

+Whit’s Frozen Custard, 1232 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 Not ice cream. I know this post is supposed to be about ice cream, but this is frozen custard and they are not the same thing. Frozen custard is creamier, … Continue reading →

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Maple Street Biscuit Co in Jacksonville, Florida

Posted on February 17, 2018 by julieovaltrades

What was your first concert? Britney Spears was mine. But why are we getting so personal? You’ll have to be open to visit Maple Street Biscuit Co, they are going to ask you a question like this or: …Your favorite … Continue reading →

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