A
St. Augustine Vacation: One of a Kind Fun for the Family
When people think of a Florida vacation, images of white sand beaches,
crystal clear surf, and friendly people come to mind; historical
significance and time travel do not. However, in regards to the
Floridian city of St. Augustine, that’s exactly what should
come to mind. Unlike other favorite vacation spots in Florida, St.
Augustine has a character that is firmly routed in the past. In
fact, many regard St. Augustine as the oldest city in the entire
nation. The city’s origin goes back to the first Spanish settlement
of North America.
Because of the unique origin of St. Augustine, it has a personality
all of its own. A Florida vacation to St. Augustine will make
you and the family feel like you’ve traveled east- east
to Europe and Old Spain that is! That’s because many of
the original structures that represent Spanish period design are
still standing. In terms of the architecture, there really is
no other location in North America that is quite like St. Augustine.
What makes a holiday
to St. Augustine, Florida even better is that the people of
the area have decided to embrace their history with the addition
of period costumes and transportation. That’s right- you
and the family can enjoy an old fashioned carriage ride while
you meander through the old town Spanish Quarter Village and other
historic sections of the city. And throughout your trip you can
expect to run into locals dressed like they just stepped out of
the 19th century!
There are more attractions than can possibly be listed here that
will entertain you in St. Augustine; everything from day long
tours to beautifully constructed 19th century churches and cathedrals.
And of course, St. Augustine is about more than just history.
This area of Florida also boasts modern attractions such as the
World Golf Hall of Fame, first-class hotels and resorts, numerous
top rated golf courses and much more. What makes St. Augustine
so unique is its combination of old-world style, modern functionality,
and the appeal of the one-of-a-kind sand and surf of the Florida
coastline. A St. Augustine vacation is a destination getaway that
can entertain one and all- young and old.
Below are just a few of the many vacation
attractions available in St. Augustine:
The Spanish Quarter Village
This is known as a living history museum designed to illustrates
the life and times of the Spanish settlers in the mid-18th century
St. Augustine. A visit here will let you and your family experience
life as it was lived long ago. The St. Augustine Lighthouse
& Museum
This historic building represents the history
of the St. Augustine Light Station and its related social
and maritime history. Here you can examine documents and artifacts
from the early part of the 19th century on.
The Family Fun Factory
This fun center plays into St. Augustine’s old Spanish history
with a European-styled roller ride. Here you and the family can
also enjoy a go-kart track, a miniature golf course, a batting
cage, an exciting flight simulator, and an outdoor paintball course.
The Lightner Museum
This historical building shows off relics from what is knows as
“America's Gilded Age”. Here you can find ancient
furniture, period costumes, old-style musical instruments, Victorian
art and more. The point is to let you experience life as it was
in St. Augustine in the 19th century.
Potter's Wax Museum
This museum popular is host to over 170 life-like wax statues
of famous figures from Hollywood history. On your next St. Augustine
vacation, bring the kids here. They’ll be amazed by these
life-many life-like statues that are littered throughout the wax
museum.
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
This kid favorite is home to a wide variety of crocodiles; including
rare white. Many other rare and endangered animals can be viewed
here as well. You can also take in dramatic presentations including
“Realm of the Alligator”, the informative “Rainforest
Review”, the fun -“Scales and Tails and more. The
kids are sure to enjoy watching a live alligator feeding.
A St. Augustine Vacation: Like Nowhere Else
No matter what you choose to take in on your next St. Augustine
vacation, you and your family are bound to be engaged and entertained.
The historic district will not only provide great recreational fun
for your family, but it will also offer you with an educational
glimpse into the early history of North America. The combination
of historic St. Augustine attractions offer a truly authentic 19th
century experience. And when you’ve taken in your fill of
area history, you can have some relaxing holiday fun on one of the
famous Florida beaches, golf courses or tennis courts. No matter
what your recreational preference, St. Augustine, Florida is guaranteed
to provide the vacation experience of a lifetime.
For more information on a Florida Vacation Package in historic and
charming St. Augustine, click
here…
|
