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Speaker 1 (00:01):
Hey everybody, and welcome. Today we're gonna head down south
to Jacksonville, Florida, also known as jacks. If that's on
your radar for your next vacation, I think that would
be a great place to go. This is a sprawling city.
(00:22):
I mean the place really just spreads out like no other,
and it combines miles of incredible beaches, a vibrant downtown,
family friendly activities. It's got just a fun and buzzy nightlife.
So whether you're looking to relax, explore, or party, Jacksonville
(00:45):
has something for everyone. Today we're gonna we're gonna jump
into everything you know to make the most of your
visit to Jacksonville. So you know, when you think of Jacksonville,
beaches or probably the first thing that come to mind, right,
and there's probably a good reason for that, because there's
(01:05):
over twenty miles of coastline. There's a beach for everybody
and every vibe. Jacksonville Beach perfect for families. Jacksonville Beach
offers wide sandy shore, great surfing, laid back atmosphere, walk
along the pier for scenic views, or rent bikes and cruise,
(01:27):
a boardwalk that's always fun to do. Nettune Beach. I
want to go there just for the name of it. Quieter,
more low key option with trendy beaches, I mean beachside
cafes and boutique shopping. So that sounds like a pretty
cool place. Little Talbot Island State Park for nature lovers.
(01:49):
This undeveloped Barrier Island offers pristine beaches, hiking trails, and
kayaking opportunities. That sounds really laid back, and you know,
like I said, if you're in nature, that's going to
be the place to go real quick. If you're flying
into JAX Airport, all right, at the Jacksonville Airport, you
(02:12):
can reach the beaches in about forty minutes by car,
So reading the car is a great idea here. Jacksonville
is a fairly easy place to drive around. Public transportation
in Jacksonville is limited, and that may be because the
place sprawls out over so many miles and miles and
(02:33):
miles of miles. I think it's one of I mean
as far as square miles or acres or how you
want to measure. It's one of the largest cities in
the country. Just keeps going and going and going and going.
Let's look at some family friendly activities in Jacksonville. You know,
Jacksonville is packed with all kinds of activities for the
(02:56):
whole family, so many different things that you can enjoy,
like the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. It's one of the
best zoos in Florida. It features interactive exhibits like feeding giraffes,
a splash park for kids, and scenic train ride. Excuse me.
Mosh Mosh right Museum of Science and History, located along
(03:22):
the Saint John River. MOSH is perfect for curious kids
and adults with interactive science exhibits, a planetarium, and fund
rotating displays so you get to see it in thirty sixty.
Adventure Landing a family entertaining center in Jacksonville Beach with
mini golf, go carts, laser tag and a water park.
(03:45):
Sign me up right now, because that's where I want
to go. Love all of those things. I'm a little
big for the go karts, but other than that, I'm
in Fort Caroline National Memorial almost named my daughter Caroline.
I'm glad I didn't know. For a bit of history.
This site commemorates the French settlement from the fifteen hundreds
(04:06):
and offers some easy hiking trails with scenic views. A
little travel tip for you, plan outdoor activities in the
morning or late afternoon. During the summer, it gets really
hot in Jacksonville. You've got to remember where it is
the southeast. It's hot, it's humid. If you're close to
the beach, you get a nice little breeze. But you
know in the morning a lady or early evening, that's
(04:29):
going to be your best bet, especially if you're not
used to the heat. About what about food and restaurants?
So where should we eat in Jacksonville? So Jacksonville's food
scene is diverse, it's delicious. It offers everything from fresh
seafood to Southern comfort seafood spots, Safe Harbor Seafood Market
(04:53):
and restaurant, and Mayport serves some of the freshest seafood
straight from the docks. And remember you're right there on
the ocean to the doctor. Right there. Singleton's Seafood Shack
is a quirky local favorite with incredible shrimp and fried
fish if the locals love it. On there, family friendly restaurants,
(05:13):
Maple Street Biscuit Company. That sounds good right there. It's
a must visit for a breakfast or a brunch known
for its massive biscuit sandwiches v pizza, and that's in
Neptune Beach. It serves authentic wood fired pizzas that kids
and adults love, and I'm sure they probably have some
(05:35):
good adult beverages there as well. Upscale dining or say
is perfect for date night. I love me some date night.
It's got a French inspired dish dishes, and it's got
a cozy vibe and atmosphere. You can make it a
little romantic for your date night. Black Sheep in the
(05:56):
Riverside neighborhood offers farmer table dishes and a rooftop bar
with river views. That sounds like a good date night too.
I'm sure you all enjoy all of that, uh nightlife
and vibe. Okay, So Jacksonville nightlifec offers something for everyone,
especially if you're over like eighteen years old. So whether
(06:20):
you're into craft cocktails, live music, or casual beach bars,
you know, there's something about a beach bar that I
have always been drawn to. I still am. I just
there's something that I absolutely love. So here, let's start
with the downtown and Riverside area. Dose Gtoes are like
(06:40):
Dose Gators right, Dose GTOs. It's a hip cocktail bar
known for creative drinks, and that would be fun. Just
for the name. I'm making myself laugh. Hopting Buyer Garden
in Riverside offers a rooftop bar, craft beer, and lively atmosphere.
(07:05):
I was looking back at my notes, make sure that
I wrote that down right. Nineteen oh four Music Hall
features live music and intimate venue. That would be great.
I know some people absolutely would love that. Beaches The
Lemon Bar and Neptune Beach is a local favorite for
tropical drinks with a sunset view. Write that down because
(07:26):
that's where you might find me. Surfer of the Bar
in Jacksonville Beach combines great music and drinks with a
laid back surfer vibey. You know what, I haven't been
to some of these places. I gotta go. I got
family in Jacksonville. Craft Breweries Jacksonville has a booming craft
(07:46):
beer scene. Check out Intuition Ale Works or a Bold
City Brewery for laid back night out. So when you're
in Jacksonville, you know Uber and Lyft are very available there.
That's what makes it easy to get around and especially
after night out, you don't want to be driving your
(08:09):
rental after you've been to one of these bars or
you know, had one or two these awesome cocktails. Jacksonville's
neighborhoods Jacksonville is huge, Okay, so here's some numbers for you.
It covers eight hundred and seventy five square miles, so
(08:31):
it's worth exploring some of it's diverse neighborhoods and our goodness,
there's got to be a lot of different neighborhoods and
something that big. This historic district is known for its
beautiful architecture. We're talking about Riverside Avondale. It's got boutique shopping,
fantastic food scene. Walk through a more memorial park and
(08:54):
grab a coffee at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters. Man, that
sounds awesome. San Marco it's a charming area with a
European vibe. San Marco Square features art galleries, unique shops
and restaurants like Taverna for Italian cuisine. Downtown stroll along
(09:15):
the river walk, take a selfie by the Friendship Fountain
you don't be friends forever, and catch a Jaguars game
or concert at the Tiaa bank Field. So go go
watch Trevor Lawrence player, I know him. Practical travel tips
(09:37):
for you. Okay, for let's we're going to Jacksonville. What
do we need to know to make it easy to
get in? Jacksonville overall is easily accessible by car, train,
or plane. Jacksonville International Airport JAX has direct flights from
most major cities. If you're driving I ninety five and
I ten, make it a convenient road trip nation. It
(10:00):
really is easy to get to from just about every
direction getting around. As mentioned earlier, having a car is
the easiest way to navigate Jacksonville unless you're out experienced
in the nightlife and then you want to use Uber
or lyft. Parking is actually pretty easy and it's affordable.
(10:27):
The best time to visit. Spring and fall are ideal
because it's not too hot and it's not quite so crowded.
Summer is fun, but it can be hot and humid,
so you know, pack accordingly. Well, that kind of wraps
up what I got about Jacksonville. So whether you're soaking
(10:48):
up the sun at the beaches, exploring family friendly attractions,
or diving into the city food in nightlife, Jacksonville has
something for every kind of traveler. Thanks for and In
and I hope y'all have a great day and we
will talk to y'all soon.
Hey everybody, and welcome. Today we're gonna head down south
to Jacksonville, Florida, also known as jacks. If that's on
your radar for your next vacation, I think that would
be a great place to go. This is a sprawling city.
(00:22):
I mean the place really just spreads out like no other,
and it combines miles of incredible beaches, a vibrant downtown,
family friendly activities. It's got just a fun and buzzy nightlife.
So whether you're looking to relax, explore, or party, Jacksonville
(00:45):
has something for everyone. Today we're gonna we're gonna jump
into everything you know to make the most of your
visit to Jacksonville. So you know, when you think of Jacksonville,
beaches or probably the first thing that come to mind, right,
and there's probably a good reason for that, because there's
(01:05):
over twenty miles of coastline. There's a beach for everybody
and every vibe. Jacksonville Beach perfect for families. Jacksonville Beach
offers wide sandy shore, great surfing, laid back atmosphere, walk
along the pier for scenic views, or rent bikes and cruise,
(01:27):
a boardwalk that's always fun to do. Nettune Beach. I
want to go there just for the name of it. Quieter,
more low key option with trendy beaches, I mean beachside
cafes and boutique shopping. So that sounds like a pretty
cool place. Little Talbot Island State Park for nature lovers.
(01:49):
This undeveloped Barrier Island offers pristine beaches, hiking trails, and
kayaking opportunities. That sounds really laid back, and you know,
like I said, if you're in nature, that's going to
be the place to go real quick. If you're flying
into JAX Airport, all right, at the Jacksonville Airport, you
(02:12):
can reach the beaches in about forty minutes by car,
So reading the car is a great idea here. Jacksonville
is a fairly easy place to drive around. Public transportation
in Jacksonville is limited, and that may be because the
place sprawls out over so many miles and miles and
(02:33):
miles of miles. I think it's one of I mean
as far as square miles or acres or how you
want to measure. It's one of the largest cities in
the country. Just keeps going and going and going and going.
Let's look at some family friendly activities in Jacksonville. You know,
Jacksonville is packed with all kinds of activities for the
(02:56):
whole family, so many different things that you can enjoy,
like the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. It's one of the
best zoos in Florida. It features interactive exhibits like feeding giraffes,
a splash park for kids, and scenic train ride. Excuse me.
Mosh Mosh right Museum of Science and History, located along
(03:22):
the Saint John River. MOSH is perfect for curious kids
and adults with interactive science exhibits, a planetarium, and fund
rotating displays so you get to see it in thirty sixty.
Adventure Landing a family entertaining center in Jacksonville Beach with
mini golf, go carts, laser tag and a water park.
(03:45):
Sign me up right now, because that's where I want
to go. Love all of those things. I'm a little
big for the go karts, but other than that, I'm
in Fort Caroline National Memorial almost named my daughter Caroline.
I'm glad I didn't know. For a bit of history.
This site commemorates the French settlement from the fifteen hundreds
(04:06):
and offers some easy hiking trails with scenic views. A
little travel tip for you, plan outdoor activities in the
morning or late afternoon. During the summer, it gets really
hot in Jacksonville. You've got to remember where it is
the southeast. It's hot, it's humid. If you're close to
the beach, you get a nice little breeze. But you
know in the morning a lady or early evening, that's
(04:29):
going to be your best bet, especially if you're not
used to the heat. About what about food and restaurants?
So where should we eat in Jacksonville? So Jacksonville's food
scene is diverse, it's delicious. It offers everything from fresh
seafood to Southern comfort seafood spots, Safe Harbor Seafood Market
(04:53):
and restaurant, and Mayport serves some of the freshest seafood
straight from the docks. And remember you're right there on
the ocean to the doctor. Right there. Singleton's Seafood Shack
is a quirky local favorite with incredible shrimp and fried
fish if the locals love it. On there, family friendly restaurants,
(05:13):
Maple Street Biscuit Company. That sounds good right there. It's
a must visit for a breakfast or a brunch known
for its massive biscuit sandwiches v pizza, and that's in
Neptune Beach. It serves authentic wood fired pizzas that kids
and adults love, and I'm sure they probably have some
(05:35):
good adult beverages there as well. Upscale dining or say
is perfect for date night. I love me some date night.
It's got a French inspired dish dishes, and it's got
a cozy vibe and atmosphere. You can make it a
little romantic for your date night. Black Sheep in the
(05:56):
Riverside neighborhood offers farmer table dishes and a rooftop bar
with river views. That sounds like a good date night too.
I'm sure you all enjoy all of that, uh nightlife
and vibe. Okay, So Jacksonville nightlifec offers something for everyone,
especially if you're over like eighteen years old. So whether
(06:20):
you're into craft cocktails, live music, or casual beach bars,
you know, there's something about a beach bar that I
have always been drawn to. I still am. I just
there's something that I absolutely love. So here, let's start
with the downtown and Riverside area. Dose Gtoes are like
(06:40):
Dose Gators right, Dose GTOs. It's a hip cocktail bar
known for creative drinks, and that would be fun. Just
for the name. I'm making myself laugh. Hopting Buyer Garden
in Riverside offers a rooftop bar, craft beer, and lively atmosphere.
(07:05):
I was looking back at my notes, make sure that
I wrote that down right. Nineteen oh four Music Hall
features live music and intimate venue. That would be great.
I know some people absolutely would love that. Beaches The
Lemon Bar and Neptune Beach is a local favorite for
tropical drinks with a sunset view. Write that down because
(07:26):
that's where you might find me. Surfer of the Bar
in Jacksonville Beach combines great music and drinks with a
laid back surfer vibey. You know what, I haven't been
to some of these places. I gotta go. I got
family in Jacksonville. Craft Breweries Jacksonville has a booming craft
(07:46):
beer scene. Check out Intuition Ale Works or a Bold
City Brewery for laid back night out. So when you're
in Jacksonville, you know Uber and Lyft are very available there.
That's what makes it easy to get around and especially
after night out, you don't want to be driving your
(08:09):
rental after you've been to one of these bars or
you know, had one or two these awesome cocktails. Jacksonville's
neighborhoods Jacksonville is huge, Okay, so here's some numbers for you.
It covers eight hundred and seventy five square miles, so
(08:31):
it's worth exploring some of it's diverse neighborhoods and our goodness,
there's got to be a lot of different neighborhoods and
something that big. This historic district is known for its
beautiful architecture. We're talking about Riverside Avondale. It's got boutique shopping,
fantastic food scene. Walk through a more memorial park and
(08:54):
grab a coffee at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters. Man, that
sounds awesome. San Marco it's a charming area with a
European vibe. San Marco Square features art galleries, unique shops
and restaurants like Taverna for Italian cuisine. Downtown stroll along
(09:15):
the river walk, take a selfie by the Friendship Fountain
you don't be friends forever, and catch a Jaguars game
or concert at the Tiaa bank Field. So go go
watch Trevor Lawrence player, I know him. Practical travel tips
(09:37):
for you. Okay, for let's we're going to Jacksonville. What
do we need to know to make it easy to
get in? Jacksonville overall is easily accessible by car, train,
or plane. Jacksonville International Airport JAX has direct flights from
most major cities. If you're driving I ninety five and
I ten, make it a convenient road trip nation. It
(10:00):
really is easy to get to from just about every
direction getting around. As mentioned earlier, having a car is
the easiest way to navigate Jacksonville unless you're out experienced
in the nightlife and then you want to use Uber
or lyft. Parking is actually pretty easy and it's affordable.
(10:27):
The best time to visit. Spring and fall are ideal
because it's not too hot and it's not quite so crowded.
Summer is fun, but it can be hot and humid,
so you know, pack accordingly. Well, that kind of wraps
up what I got about Jacksonville. So whether you're soaking
(10:48):
up the sun at the beaches, exploring family friendly attractions,
or diving into the city food in nightlife, Jacksonville has
something for every kind of traveler. Thanks for and In
and I hope y'all have a great day and we
will talk to y'all soon.
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