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cheesehead

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Jul 28, 2008
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Xall me on my cell at 625-0425 for more info. I have a plave in Blairsville, just another 18 miles. I know of some people that are getting a cabin on a lake for $300.00 for the week. It's very nice up there and the weather should be great for the time you're going.
 

Kurt

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Oct 15, 2004
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New Orleans - you said food and art. Not enough can be said about this amazing city, and it is very romantic. And fun! But a lot of the fun is not for new brides in maternity clothing. You could visit Fairhope on the way.

Apalachicola - very quiet and tiny, for seafood and nature lovers. And isn't loving nature really all you need on a honeymoon (depending on your due date of course)? Lots of places around to explore, but you'd never have to leave the Gibson Inn and the fine Avenue Sea Restaurant, except you'd have to try some of the other great restaurants in town. Tamara's Cafe across the street and Cafe Con Leche on the opposite corner owned by the same family are worth the trip. They have a chocolate shop / confectionary attached to the cafe which will blow your mind. Unfortunately the main attraction, the raw oyster, is off limits to expectant moms.

Amelia Island/Fernandina - This area might be your best bet because of all the diversity. We like staying downtown Fernandina Beach by the river and enjoying the incredible restaurants (Espana, Bonito, Les Clos), lots of shopping also. So many great places to eat and shop in a compact, walkable, old downtown. There are several awesome B&Bs and small Inns. Nearby Amelia Island resort out on the beach offers luxury if you prefer. That way you can have the best of both worlds. You can take a day trip to Cumberland Island. Google it and you'll be sold, but not a good place if you go into labor. And then you could always visit or stay in Jacksonville or St. Augustine. They would be better choices to stay in if you prefer to be in the middle of the action. The Columbia Restaurant in St. Aug is the highlight of any trip there.
 

Mark Partington

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Dec 10, 2007
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I would look at the "devil's den.com" near ocala springs;or closer cruise the dead lakes for a mystical neterworld experience...(this is coming from another crazy artist so really....just consider the source(I should put that on most...any...posts)
There are always roadside attractions,antique shops,galleries & misc entertainmant.
The budget thing is smart...I didnt get a ring 15 years ago;I got tickets to British Tortaola(much quieter than our virgin islands.There was a travel joint in the strip mall I was Working in Durham putting the "star Trek" Millwork & paint effects in a laser tag arena there.
Just bought em
Some of the most romantic & fun "dinners" we've had were in the pakinglot of Publix....good food,what we wanted & fun....(like the backwards little folk we be)
I'm sure you'll find somethin ta do......& it'll be legal & all.
We dont plan things anymore so the best stuff has a chance to find ya......you could pick(east-west?)
best wishes on your adventure together.
ps
at least look at ocala's devils den (spring/cave)...I wanna live there.(in the cave)
mark.....lovely punkin headed crayola boy
 

jensieblue

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Jun 2, 2005
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Grande Marriott Resort

The Grand at Fairhope is a fabulouse place to stay. The accomodations are wonderful. The amenities are very very nice. Many gather on the law at sunset to drink wine and enjoy a gorgeous view of the sunset. The resort is fabulous and Fairhope is like a little artists colony on the shore of the bay. If would be an easy drive from Santa Rosa and if you don't do it for honey moon definitely do it at some time. I think they still offer personal sunset vruises with champayne ( or perrier). The staff are all resort skilled and waiting to serve. It has a fabulous spa for pampering and if hubby is a golfer he can do the world class golf course while you get massage. What ever you decide, enjoy and have a wonderful honeymoon.
 

IRIETYMES

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Jul 9, 2007
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I vote New Orleans
best food in America
Best entertainment, free, wandering the Quarter streets any day or night
You can go budget or extravagant
Romantic lil patios, sights from hotel windows, parks, the River
Great music any place that has it
A days drive from Jaxsnvlle
Check it out
Artists in Jackson Sq
Free music around the Cabildo
Beignets and cafe au lait at Morning Call or Cafe du Monde on the Sq by the River
ah the sweet magnolias frangipani oleanders coffeee smells
early morning street washers in the Qtr
the smell of OK never mind the smells
 

Minnie

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Dec 30, 2006
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I agree with St. Augustine, wonderful places to shop, dine and plenty to see.

I love the Casa Monica hotel in the historic district, very romantic.

casamonica.jpg
 
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Miss Critter

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Mar 8, 2008
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I've never been, but my parents went to Helen, GA once and described it as quaint and fun. It's like an alpine village, with lots of shopping, etc. and chalets to stay in. I think it's about 7 hours from here. I'm sure another sowaller can chime in with more info.
 
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