Travel Guide to Florida

ALL IN A DAY

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AMELIA ISLAND

Start with a sunrise SUP outing along 13 miles of scenic Atlantic shoreline, or settle into a kayak and enjoy a guided tour through the marsh and surroundin­g waterways. Plan an afternoon at Fort Clinch, followed by a shopping stroll in downtown Fernandina Beach to uncover the history and charm, which keep the destinatio­n a top island favorite among Condé Nast Traveler’s readers. Spend your evening savoring culinary delights at one of the nationally acclaimed chefs’ tables.

JACKSONVIL­LE

Welcome a new day with a sunrise beach walk, then fuel up your morning with fresh biscuits at Maple Street Biscuit Company and a local coffee at Bold Bean. Grab your board, or rent one, and learn to surf in Jax Beach, one of the best spots in Florida! For lunch, enjoy the locally caught Mayport shrimp at one of the fish camps. In Riverside, explore the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, then enjoy dinner and a craft beer in the famous Five Points district.

ST. AUGUSTINE & PONTE VEDRA

Step back in time at the historic Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Take a legendary sip of water at the Fountain of Youth. Keep little hands busy at the interactiv­e Pirate and Treasure Museum. See every species of crocodilia­n at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm. Find your perfect spot on the shore along 42 miles of beach. Challenge your golf game at the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. Enjoy the spicy Datil pepper in the Minorcan Clam Chowder at Barnacle Bills.

PALM COAST AND THE FLAGLER BEACHES

It’s become a local ritual to greet the day with a morning sunrise best viewed from the Flagler Beach Pier. Be sure to fuel up with a plate of lobster benedict at The Funky Pelican convenient­ly located at this historic landmark. Head north on scenic A1A to get up close and personal with the friendly bottlenose dolphins at Marineland Dolphin Adventure. After a long day, treat yourself to a nice glass of wine ice cream (yes, really) at the Flagler Beachfront Winery as you watch the sun set.

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