Riverside is an area that could be a date location for any time of the day. Although I am sure morning and afternoon will be covered along the way of my jax date series, starting your ladies or date night in this trendy neighborhood is ideal (especially in the heat of the summer). Five Points is an area that is always full of energy and you always have a place to go (into the wee hours of the night). Rooftop…
I had little knowledge of the barrier islands of Georgia (and honestly other than Atlanta, Georgia was never in the forefront of my mind as a travel destination). The Peach State offers so much more than humidity and a great aquarium. The Barrier Islands or Golden Isles, are an amazing travel destination and I can’t believe they are accessible in such a short time from Jacksonville. Day trip or weekend, enjoying the islands is very convenient. Jekyll Island makes for…
An evening in San Marco is perhaps one of the easiest areas for a Jax date night. The perfect neighborhood to walk around surrounded by great cocktail bars and impeccable restaurants. Walking around the San Marco square is a must, and the hub of this charming neighborhood. Like many small pockets of Jacksonville, San Marco has an immense amount of history, including the oldest community-run theater. With as many parks, fountains, eateries, boutiques and things to do it isn’t easy…
Many people travel to Florida each year, but few probably think about Jacksonville. Not that the Bold City doesn’t deserve the visitors, but people flock to the beaches of the Gulf, the vibrant city of Miami and yearn for the heat of southern Florida. Before I even set foot in the this Northern Florida city I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect – Jacksonville Street Art was no where on my radar. What is Jacksonville known for? Do they have…
It wasn’t until I moved to Florida that I discovered the amazing experiences like Crystal River, FL. Everyone knows Florida’s hot spots but thanks to a recent getaway from one of Florida’s sprawling cities, I found another place to add your Florida vacation list. A place where you can relax, be on the water AND interact with one of Florida’s beloved native animals (the Florida Manatee)! Hoping to escape the city for a weekend and take advantage of Florida’s wildlife, Crystal River,…