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While we will run the page in the spring soon, Florida will be a higher question than those who were looking for the much needed winter sun.
While certain cities in Florida are on the spring break, such as Miami, others completely embrace a mix of family vacations and annoying university mixtures.
Away from Miami, Destin and the cluster of paradisal cities around Tampa, there is an undermined city with beautiful beaches that somehow flies under the radar.
That would be none less than Jacksonville.
Believe it or not, Jacksonville welcomed 7.6 million travelers in 2024 – one New record For the most underrated vacation spot in Florida.
Jacksonville: Florida’s New Beach Hotspot
The Jacksonville football team is perhaps just as talented as Uncle Rico, but does not leave the disappointments on the Gridiron away from the top attractions of the city.
Of the 7.6 million tourists who visited, a small percentage would see an NFL game. Where Jacksonville really shines, the coast is, but we will soon be enjoying the city center …
If you are looking for an escape in Florida (and who would not do that?), There is no better time to make plans, because spring in Jacksonville is really beautiful.
With a consistent sunny weather everywhere from 75 to 87 degrees on average from March to May, what better way to bring the winter to bed?
Jacksonville is the home base of countless beaches that are worth a visit, whether it is normal to catch some rays or to hit the waves of paddling or jet skiing or booking an epic fish excursion and exaggerating your big catch (we do it all!).
There are 22 miles of beautiful coastlineIncluding rightly mentioned, Jacksonville Beach and Amelia Island, mentioned the best in the nation last year.
MHowever, recent travelers are enthusiastic about Neptune Beach. Shocked by how lively the White Sands Gleam, a recent beach visitor claimed: “If you go during ebb in the evening, there are small swimming pools and a reflective surface that is great for photos.”
Jacksonville’s Luxury Resorts & Cozy Bed & Breakfasts
Jacksonville is also the home of countless resorts with name fire, many are just a stone’s throw from the beach or at least offer a huge view of the ocean.
Tripadvisor crown Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island as the best of Jacksonville, but Margaritaville Jacksonville is a bargain of a deal.
Because you are so close to the Georgia line, you know that Jacksonville must have a little southern flair.
If resorts are not your jam, choose to go back in time by staying one of the many cozy bed and breakfasts of the city.
Such a place is the top appreciated The Dickert House Bed & Breakfastlocated in a centuries old house along St. John’s River, another great place to fish and Kayaking, including water activities.
Jacksonville’s downtown delights
If you think about visiting the Florida city expansion, Orlando and Miami will certainly stand in you, but probably not Jacksonville.
Although there are certainly no world -famous theme parks or little Havana here, the center of Jacksonville will surprise you with countless attractions to arouse your interest.
A good starting point is the riverwalk and offers a picturesque view of the lively skyline and flowing St. John’s River as mentioned earlier.
For beer lovers, the Jax Ale Trail Is a must to taste local brews, and it gets even better for art lovers.
If you can time well, make sure you have the First Wednesday Art Walk And Riverside Arts Market (held on Saturday), together with a handful of intriguing museums such as Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and the even more popular Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (Moca Jacksonville), that is only $ 10 to introduce.
More flights than ever
As you probably gathered, Jacksonville is a great way to experience a beach city in Florida that feels much more authentic without the hordes of tourists, although it will certainly become more popular.
An important reason why Jacksonville is to see record -breaking tourist songs is that there are more flights here than ever, making it easy to reach from all over the country.
In case you have missed it, the following cities add new flights to Jacksonville between February and May:
- Austin, Texas
- Akron, Ohio
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- New Haven, Connecticut
- Toronto, Canada
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