St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra Specialist Campus Page

With a history stretching back over 450 years, St. Augustine features a centuries-old downtown rich in atmosphere and attractions as well as remarkable coastal fortifications left by the Spanish. You'll also learn about the city's range of accommodations and acclaimed restaurants, and discover even more activities to round out a wonderful visit, from deep-sea fishing to visiting the "Fountain of Youth" to discovering unique wildlife along St. Augustine's lovely beaches and parks.

Championship golf courses, spacious resorts and pristine beaches, some with pink sand, frequently come to mind first when envisioning Ponte Vedra. This chapter explores all these offerings as well as recreational activities on land and water, entertainment options, restaurants and spas -- to name just a few of the amenities that will please your clients.

Our chapter on special occasions and annual events draws upon the offerings of St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra, showing how romance can be celebrated in laidback elegance, quaint charm, or stunning opulence. Also learn how family and friend events can unfold seamlessly, or how any vacation can be enhanced by attending one of the area's many festivals, from food to music

St. Augustine was recognized as "Best Foodie Town in the South" in 2019, and here you'll learn about the area's many culinary offerings that helped it earn such distinction. Topics include Florida favorites, the area's wide range of restaurant settings and international fare, as well as seafood and barbecue, food tours, wineries and breweries, food trucks, tours, farm-to-table dining, and family options -- along with many recommendations.

There are so many ways to enjoy the great outdoors in St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra -- whether it's visiting a historical park, surfing, taking a boat tour of the city or an airboat ride to see wildlife, or camping on a pristine beach. This chapter will explain it all to you, along with detailing efforts to increase accessibility and accommodate children. It even recommends some excellent restaurants to satisfy the appetite your clients will certainly work up while out and about.