The nation’s oldest continuously occupied city, St. Augustine is a bit of nostalgic delight located on Florida’s east coast.

May 2008. It was our 19th wedding anniversary and having never been to St. Augustine, I’d been itching to visit for years. Once we were there, I cursed my husband for making me wait so long. Years later, and it’s far and away my favorite little romantic weekend get away. Now we venture there often. Any excuse will do, and I find that when I’m home, I miss it.

It’s a little city that’s loaded with character; with its cobble stone streets, brick paved by ways, gorgeous Matanzas Bay, old Victorian homes, Spanish Villas, and exquisite buildings that are dripping with fascinating histories. It is reminiscent of New Orleans, but still has a flavor all its own. The historic Downtown district is the hub of all activity, and is a vibrant mix of locals, college kids and tourists, but most of all, it’s a perfect place for couples. It’s a great place to fall in love with, and to fall in love again. At least that’s how it makes me feel.

Because of my passion for St. Augustine, I talk about it a lot. Not just in daily conversation, but on Twitter and Facebook, too. And because of that, I get a lot of questions from people asking for my recommendations. To keep it simple, I’ve elected to blog about it, so that anyone who’s interested can benefit from my advice (or toss it if they think it’s rubbish). These recommendations are, of course, based on my preferences and tastes. I love St. Augustine, and I hope that my suggestions will help others feel the same.

If you want to fully enjoy what St. Augustine has to offer, here are some links with detailed advice on getting the most out of your visit.

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