Summer—the season of warmth, relaxation, and adventure. While many associate summer with vacations, beach trips, or lazy days under the sun, the summer adventures of Saint Augustine took on a profoundly spiritual and philosophical dimension. As one of the most influential figures in Christian theology...
The Castillo de San Marcos is a historic fort in St. Augustine, Florida that the Spanish built to protect their settlement from pirates, Native American attacks, and other countries trying to take over. It's a symbol of the conflicts and interactions between different cultures that...
introduction When it comes to holiday getaways, St. Augustine in Florida might not be your first thought. But trust me, it's a must for your Christmas plans! This town goes all out with millions of twinkling lights, tree ceremonies, boat rides, and dazzling shows, making...
St. Augustine, Florida, is one of the best romantic destinations in the world. The city witnesses a brimming number of couples every year, either for a wedding, for a honeymoon, or just for romantic getaways. We all know that good food and relaxing ambiance together...
Are you looking to experience the spooky side of St. Augustine? There's no better time than this upcoming Halloween season. Take a walking tour to scout out local ghost sighting locations, learn about the myths and legends of the area, or enjoy a drink or...
The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, restored to its role as a exclusive boarding house during the mid-19th century, is located on Aviles Street in St. Augustine. Aviles Street, just south of the Plaza de la Constitution, is the oldest platted street in the oldest historic district...
This year, the 2019 St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival celebrates not just Spanish wines, which have been a special part of Saint Augustine’s history since its founding, but also the 500th birthday of Captain Pedro Menéndez de Aviles, the founder of St. Augustine. Pedro Menéndez...
Don’t miss the St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival, March 9-10, 2019, in America’s oldest Celtic city. The Festival at Francis Field in downtown St. Augustine hosts the “Oldest St. Patrick Parade in the WORLD”, the “Finest Celtic Music Festival in the United States”...
In December, St. Augustine lights up with its famous Nights of Lights plus other holiday candlelight events. National Geographic named it as one of the top ten cities in the world for holiday lighting displays. In addition to Nights of Lights, visitors can take a Candlelight...
St Augustine is not only the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States, it claims to be one of the most haunted, right after New Orleans and Savannah. Casa de Solana Bed and Breakfast is said to be one of the city’s haunted inns,...