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Discover the Many Gems of
ST. AUGUSTINE PONTE VEDRA
BY MADELAINE LAFRAMBOISE
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Filled with charm, elegance and Flagler College, a private four-year liberal and FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH
magic, Florida’s Historic Coast is
fine arts college. A National Historic Land-
ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
home to over 60 historic sites and
mark, visitors can take a Flagler Legacy
The six-hectare Fountain of Youth Archaeolog- attractions which all provide a flawless, pic-
Tour to see the opulent interiors that once
ical Park is a historic archaeological site that turesque backdrop for your family getaway,
hosted dignitaries, royalty and celebrities.
offers a glimpse into the lives of the first Spanish creating memories that will last a lifetime.
What was once the dining room of the hotel
settlers who came to St. Augustine in 1565. Situated a world away from a traditional
continues to showcase a rare collection of
With re-creations of Spanish and Timucuan family beach vacation, you’ll experience 68
Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows.
buildings and historical re-enactments, visitors kilometres of pristine beaches with every-
will also enjoy other park attractions like the thing from Old World charm to new world
ST. AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE
Founders Riverwalk and Observation Tower. cuisine and perfect beach days filled with
& MARITIME MUSEUM
With peacocks freely roaming the expansive sun and just the right amount of adventure.
For the best views of the historic downtown
grounds, the park is a picturesque retreat. and its surrounding coastline, 219 steps
So, whether you’re a history buff, an out- CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS
take you to the top of the 50-metre-high
door adventure seeker, a golf enthusiast, a The imposing Castillo de San Marcos,
St. Augustine Lighthouse. There is also a
shopping maven or a foodie with a big dating back to the 17th century, is the oldest
Maritime Museum with displays of artifacts
appetite, St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra is a and largest masonry fort in America. One of
related to the area’s rich maritime history.
one-of-a-kind destination with an unforget-
the most visited historic monuments in St. Augustine, the National Monument has a grand entrance, drawbridge and bastions that ensconce many exhibit rooms detailing its history, with weapon demonstrations and cannon firings on weekends.
WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME
& MUSEUM
The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum offers a comprehensive insight into the world of golf. With interactive displays, golf
table past. With plenty of wide-open spaces and so much to see and do, you’ll find there is something for everyone. DS
TRAVEL PLANNER
Start your adventure and visit
FLAGLER COLLEGE
Built in 1887, the Spanish Renaissance-style building that was once the prominent and lavish Hotel Ponce de Leon is now a part of
memorabilia, and audio-video presenta- tions showcasing both the game and its greatest legends, you can go on the ultimate golfing journey. Visitors can also play over 165 courses on a simulator.
FloridasHistoricCoast.com today.
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