At Magnuson Hotels, America’s fastest growing hotel brand, we are proud to announce today the rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel Jacksonville Downtown, located in Jacksonville, Florida. Formerly a Super 8, the Magnuson Hotel Jacksonville Downtown will upgrade its market position to attract travelers via an affiliation with Magnuson Hotels’ worldwide portfolio of over 1,000 hotels […]
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In need of a little retail therapy? Jacksonville offers shopping excursions at your fingertips for any taste. Those looking for the perfect bargain, look no further than one of the many outlet centers in Northeast Florida. Vintage and antiques in the eclectic Five Points and upscale chic and trendy boutiques in San Marco and Avondale […]
With over 1,220 holes of golf, Jacksonville and the beaches is the ideal spot for golf vacations. Northeast Florida is home to more than 70 public and private courses. Each May, the PGA Tour makes a stop in Ponte Vedra for the THE PLAYERS Championship . World Golf Village , located in St. Augustine, celebrates […]
Much like the community itself, the Jacksonville restaurants scene is an eclectic hybrid of inspired casual elegance and classic southern comfort, infused with the unmistakable flavor of the coast and a dash of international flair. From local eateries and fish camps to four-diamond cuisine and urban hotspots, there is a restaurant for every taste. End […]
Jacksonville’s seven bridges expand across the St. Johns River and Intracoastal Waterway. There is water, water everywhere! With so much water surrounding the area, there is sure to be a water activity for you to jump into! Mug Race Sailing Regatta “The longest sailboat race in the world” sails through Northeast Florida each spring. Since […]
From the mighty St. Johns River carving a path through the heart of Jacksonville to the endless stretch of Atlantic coastline including Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach , the waterways of Northeast Florida truly capture the essence of the Florida lifestyle. From the beaches to Downtown – water adventures are an essential piece […]
Parks & Zoos With almost 84,000 acres or 131 square miles of city, state and national parks, Jacksonville’s park system is even larger than the city of San Francisco. The first segment of the 2.31-mile, $1 million Timucuan Preserve multi-use trail (walking/biking/horseback riding) opened in 2005. The 10-foot-wide path is the first phase of a […]
Along the stunning St. Johns riverfront, a burgeoning arts district rises from a diverse urban landscape, illuminating the heart of the city with sophisticated style. Consistently recognized as one of the Top 25 Arts Destinations in the country by AmericanStyle Magazine, the Jacksonville cultural scene is rapidly growing for both residents and visitors to enjoy. […]
With its year-round balmy weather, Northeast Florida is a bonanza for sports enthusiasts. Enjoy football frenzy with the home team in the fall when the Jacksonville Jaguars take to the field. In addition, each year Jacksonville hosts college match-ups such as the Florida/Georgia game and the Toyota Gator Bowl. Jacksonville has also been home to […]