At a time where the heaviness of the world seems all too much, is when we need to lend a hand in our community anyway we can. When they say anything it helps – it is true. If we all donate from an Amazon wishlist, give gift cards, assist with apartment set up and taking the time to better understand those arriving here – the little actions add up to truly transform our community. Thankfully, we have a few organizations…
Since moving to Jacksonville three years ago, we have embarked on so many great day and weekend trips – this post is a long time coming! Although there are a few on my list yet to wander to, this guide of Jacksonville weekend getaways is a great place to get you started. Jekyll Island Distance from Jacksonville: 1Hr 15 minutes One (out of many) surprises for me when first moving to Jacksonville, but how beautiful the coastline of Georgia was.…
Orlando, FL was on our list of places to drive to for a weekend getaway thanks to all the amazing restaurants we had heard of. Once travel started opening up, and we were comfortable eating out at restaurants (including inside), we decided to go for it over along weekend. Food, coffee shops, walking through Winter Park and taking things slow (which comes with traveling with a toddler) was our game plan – it ended up being such a wonderful weekend…
The main pull for heading to the Orlando area was the many restaurants we had heard about. Spending an afternoon in Winter Park, FL was high on our list and is the perfect place to enjoy some slow travel. To be honest, I thought we would spend a lot more time here, but with our hotel situated in downtown, we loved exploring the city itself, as well. A simple afternoon was spent in Winter Park, FL – and I would…
The beach scene here in Jacksonville contrasts to the more urban feel of Riverside and Murray Hill yet still oozes with cool spots to grab coffee, a fun matcha drink or even some breakfast and baked goods. When visiting coffee shops in Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach, you will find unique spots as well as a few that are have multiple locations. Show Pigeon Coffee Google Maps Location A spot I frequent, I love kicking it in the morning here…