For those have been following me for awhile you know I love downtown Jax. I love receiving messages from people saying they explored the city of Jax using my blog post. I will say it again and again but exploring your backyard is always doable especially in the sprawling city of Jacksonville. Although the city of Jax is not bumpin’ at 9PM, there are still a few spots for a romantic night or just a change of scenery on your…
Most of my life has consisted of four seasons which means I have had the honor of living in beautiful crisp Autumn weather. My facebook memories remind me of when I was apple picking as I eagerly wait a trip up north. I learned last year not to put pumpkins out too early (they rot before Halloween) and we now understand why our neighbors had fake jack-o-lanterns. Finding a local farm or a Fall candle you love makes the warm…
Although I planned out my travel goals in the beginning of the year, a few Fall trips have me excited for the upcoming season! Not all of them may consist of full Fall foliage (alliteration, nice) but I will be able to pull out sweaters, boots and smell that cool morning air. Some trips planned for this Fall are for friends, family weddings or just to explore a new city. Always thankful when I can get in the car for…
The Springfield neighborhood close to downtown Jax is growing into a great community as numerous new businesses have started in the area. One of my favorite coffee shops, a few breweries and a city vibe are all reasons to stay awhile in this neighborhood; making it the perfect place for a spot in the Jax Date Series. Filled with historic fixer-uppers, this area is celebrating there 150th anniversary so keep an eye out for events, including the Porch Fest in…
A city that is filled with history, great places to eat, wonderful streets to walk though and the perfect place for a fun getaway or romantic night out. There are numerous things to do in St. Augustine (Alligator Farm, trolley rides, and multiple shops) but here is the perfect combination for a lovely (simple) evening in America’s oldest city. Spanish architecture, hand-crafted cocktails, a history lesson, and home-made ice cream will accompany you on this post of my Jax date…