Still loving St Augustine. Walking through the old town is a trip from the 1600s, 1700s, and 1800s. lots of great photo opportunities and will get pictures posted soon!
Our last day was blue skies and warm temps, although we are still getting used to the humidity on the east coast. So different from the NW or Tucson. We took a walk around the park including the nature trail and boardwalk to the beach. Then into town to tour Flagler College which used to be the Ponce de Leon hotel. It was one of the most exclusive hotels at the turn of the century and the first to have electricity in St Augustine. The college student who did the tour was entertaining and informative. The students have created a business out of the tours and gift shop and raise money for restoration. Really enjo
yed the tour and the guide!
Our last day was blue skies and warm temps, although we are still getting used to the humidity on the east coast. So different from the NW or Tucson. We took a walk around the park including the nature trail and boardwalk to the beach. Then into town to tour Flagler College which used to be the Ponce de Leon hotel. It was one of the most exclusive hotels at the turn of the century and the first to have electricity in St Augustine. The college student who did the tour was entertaining and informative. The students have created a business out of the tours and gift shop and raise money for restoration. Really enjo
yed the tour and the guide!
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