America's oldest city. Cobblestone streets, a Spanish fort on the water, fresh seafood, and four hundred and fifty years of history in a very walkable town.
I went down to St. Augustine recently to scout this trip personally. I had been once before, years ago, but visiting again with fresh eyes — knowing I wanted to bring our group there — completely changed how I saw the city.
It is the oldest continuously-occupied European-settled city in the United States. That history is everywhere. Cobblestone streets you can actually walk on. A 17th-century Spanish fort that still stands at the entrance to the bay. Old Town buildings with stories that go back four centuries. Plus exceptional Spanish-influenced food, fresh Florida seafood, and a charm that feels like a smaller, more walkable Charleston.
I'm finalizing dates, pricing, and the exact itinerary now. Once it's locked in, the interest list gets first notification with priority booking. No deposit required to join — just send me a quick email or use the button below.
Spanish Colonial Fort
A 17th-century coquina-stone fort overlooking the Matanzas Bay — the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Walking its battlements is a quiet, moving experience.
Historic District
Cobblestone streets, four centuries of architecture, and the Lightner Museum's stunning collection of decorative arts housed in a former Gilded Age hotel. The perfect way to slow down and take it all in.
Two ways, whichever suits you. Ride the motorcoach with us from Brunswick County or the Greater Myrtle Beach area, or fly into Jacksonville and meet the group there. Tell me which you prefer and I will sort out the details.
I'm finalizing dates and pricing now — most likely spring or fall 2027. Interest List members get first notification with priority booking before the trip opens publicly.
Yes — this one is just for our women members.
Email me using the button below. You go on the list with no deposit and no commitment. When the trip opens, you get a private email with dates, pricing, and a few days of priority booking before it goes public.
Significant — St. Augustine is best experienced on foot. Cobblestone streets, the fort, the historic district. Comfortable broken-in walking shoes essential.
None — joining the interest list is completely free. A deposit will only be needed when you formally book once the dates are released.
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Interest List members get private email notification with priority booking before this trip goes public.
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