Bulow Sugar Mill Ruins The Bulow Sugar Mill in Flagler County Florida is a fascinating piece of history. It was once the largest sugar mill in the United States and played an important role in the production of sugarcane during the 19th century. This mill produced an estimated 3-5 million pounds of sugarcane annually and […]
Jacksonville Zoo December 4, 2022 The Jacksonville Zoo is touted as a must see in Jacksonville so we felt we needed to go and it was a good opportunity for me to play with my new camera. We arrived around 11:00 Sunday morning. The weather was perfect, overcast, cool but not cold with no wind. […]
Nights of Lights Mid Nov 2022 – Jan 31 2023 By far one of the most spectacular Christmas light displays I have ever seen, Nights of Lights is definitely a reason to plan a trip to St Augustine during the holidays. The display lights up the weekend before Thanksgiving and goes dark on January 31st. […]
Downsizing for the Big Move I’m often asked how I did it. How did I go from 2600 sq ft to 600 sq ft? Where is all your stuff? Downsizing is a one of the first things to do when getting ready to move aboard. You will need to make the most of your space […]
St Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum March 2022 – March 2023 The St. Augustine Lighthouse is one of the oldest lighthouses in the United States, first lit in 1824. It has become an iconic landmark of the city, helping to guide ships over the centuries and providing a glimpse into its rich history. Located on […]
Conch House Marina March 2022 – March 2023 The Conch House Marina in St. Augustine, Florida, was opened in 1949 by Jimmy Ponce and has remained in the Ponce family for over 75 years. The Marina, once the Coast Guard gunnery station, is located on the beautiful Salt Run channel just off the ICW and […]
Anastasia Diner March 2022 Family owned and operated Anastasia Diner describes themselves as a “northeast diner with a southern flair” and I could not agree more! Talk about a local favorite as well as one of the best kept secrets on the island, Anastasia Diner’s reasonable prices ($$) and casual, friendly atmosphere makes it one […]
