About thirty miles north of Jacksonville, close to the Georgia-Florida border, is the 13 mile Amelia Island. We have stayed in the historic district several times. This short travelogue will focus on our journeys to this charming community. Amelia Island is the southernmost part of the Sea Islands chain that stretches above Charleston, SC. Fernandina Beach is the main community…
My earliest memories of St. Augustine are when I was but nine years old, 1964. Our parents took us to the fort, Castillo de San Marcos. I was so moved by the experience, my mother bought me a small two-inch Spanish canon which I still have in my possession. Historic St. Augustine is one of those neat and well-loved Florida…
Visiting Key West is almost like visiting a foreign country. It is different from main stream America. Walking down Duval Street you may hear 10 different languages. It has truly become an international destination. Then, too, Key West is famous for its liberal life and accepting attitudes. There is something for everyone at the “Southern Most” land. Even now the…
I remember traveling to Key West in the 1960’s with my parents. We three kids were treated to a fine pool along the ocean at “The Southern Most Hotel.” My dad always loved swimming. I believe the cost back then for a room was $60. Today, those rooms go well over $300. There are 800 keys in total. The road,…
Escape the Heat at Tutto Gusto’s Wine Cellar When the temperature is over ninety around the showcase, a great place to escape from the heat is the Tutto Gusto’s Wine Cellar. It is located in the Italian pavilion next to its big brother restaurant, Tutto Gusto. This cozy wine bar is extremely dark and cool. My wife had…
We visited Disney Springs recently, our 10th or so visit this year, and wanted to explore a new restaurant. We chose Paradiso 37, located right on the lake of Disney Springs. It advertises a combination of Argentinian and Peruvian foods. We wanted something simple. Nachos with chili con carne fit the bill besides a few libations. We went to the deck…
Always a delight to walk downtown Stuart and a part of that experience is to do the “Riverwalk.” A wide boardwalk stretches west of the picturesque Roosevelt Bridge and east to the Stuart Colorado Avenue Park. The Riverwalk is extremely inviting along the famous St. Lucie River. Sunday is a popular day to visit the Riverwalk area. In the morning…
Long overdue, Planet Hollywood is up and running—at least it is open. The famous Planet Hollywood memorabilia can still be seen. My wife loved the music videos. We were there for a late lunch and the noise level was not as pronounced. The “Observatory” seating is unique and there is even seating outside. A separate bar is downstairs called…
Picture was taken September 2015 on Christina’s 25th birthday CAREGIVER CLASS Checking into Moffitt Cancer Center with Marty Bielicki, Debbie Watson and Chris Watson to take a class in how to be a caregiver for Christina Watson. Christina, our granddaughter, will begin her Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) on Friday, October 21st after 4 days of extremely strong chemotherapy which completely…
Great Ambiance, Not So Good Food We have visited this Mulligan’s several times. Located right on the corner of downtown Jensen Beach, there is a distant view of the Indian River. Designed more like a casual Tiki-hut atmosphere, there are plenty of tables inside and out. The bar area is exceptional. Plenty of people come to Happy Hour to…