Travel with Amateur Traveler Podcast

AT#909 - Travel to Northeastern Florida - Jacksonville, Amelia Island and St Augustine

Aug 24, 2024
Angie Orth, a travel blogger and Jacksonville native, shares her passion for Northeastern Florida. She highlights the region’s hidden historical gems beyond theme parks, from the scenic trails of Fort Clinch State Park to the charming bed-and-breakfasts of Amelia Island. Angie discusses the unique culture of Jacksonville's low-key beaches and the eventful downtown riverfront. She delves into St. Augustine's rich history, including Fort Mose and the famous alligator farm, while emphasizing the area's southern charm and outdoor adventures.
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ANECDOTE

Native Perspective On Misconceptions

  • Angie is a Jacksonville native who feels Northeast Florida is under-recognized compared to Miami or theme parks.
  • She emphatically corrects common assumptions and highlights her local perspective.
INSIGHT

Nature And Deep Hidden History

  • Northeast Florida's strengths are nature and layered history rather than theme-park tropes.
  • Forts, ruins and hidden neighborhoods reveal centuries of shifting colonial control.
ADVICE

Fly Into JAX And Rent A Car

  • Land at JAX and rent a car to explore Northeast Florida efficiently.
  • Choose a base (beach, downtown, or St. Augustine) and hub-and-spoke from there.
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