St. Augustine Ponte Vedra 2008 Travel Planner - (Page 10) Spanning an entire city block and the period from 1790 to 1910, The Kenneth W. Dow Museum is a collection of nine historic houses and five exhibit galleries nestled amid courtyards and gardens. Once a 19th-century haven for sea captains, soldiers, writers and travelers, the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum is another must-see. The adventurous voyagers who came to stay were no doubt guided safely to shore by the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Climb the 219 steps to the top for an amazing view; visit the museum to discover St. Augustine’s rich maritime history. The glorious Golden Age lives on at The Lightner Museum, formerly the glamorous Hotel Alcazar. Opulent Flagler College also pays homage to the high life with its Tiffany glass and ornate murals. The magnificent architectural structure is just one of many legacies left by the legendary Henry Flagler. Where Old Flames Generate New Sparks I believe that romance, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. Perhaps it’s because my husband’s and my visions sometimes differ. Yet, in St. Augustine, we always see eye-to-eye. With bed and breakfast inns and hotels rated among the most romantic in the country, the soothing clippity-clop of horse-drawn carriages and stunning sunsets on Matanzas Bay, Cupid’s arrow never fails to hit its mark. Have you ever seen the moonrise from a historic lighthouse? It’s enough to make your day. St. Augustine Lighthouse celebrates the full moon each month with a champagne toast and light refreshments at the top of the tower. You must register to attend. If you’ve never taken a sunset sail on Schooner Freedom, you are missing the boat! Step aboard this 72-foot ship for a wind-swept epic adventure. Country Carriages will capture your hearts with its Castillo de San Marcos “Unlike the ancient remnants of civilizations past, this unique microcosm is dynamic.” 10
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