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aulie2 Jul 11th, 2008 12:06 PM

Family Reunion Florida Beaches
 
Looking for some input on resort areas in Florida other than the keys for a family reunion 16-20 ages 26-64, April 4-11 2009. With the devaluing of the dollar it seems we would have a better deal in Florida than the Caribbean. Nice beach, suite or condos, nightlife within walking distance. anyone have any thoughts? Have been searching from St. Augustine over to Siesta, Sanibel. My head is spinning. Thanks

Orlando_Vic Jul 11th, 2008 12:25 PM

Having owned a condo in St. Augustine foe many years (and still do, I am very partial to that area, particularly <b>Crescent Beach.</b> You don't say how many people will be coming, but here is one option: Beacher's Lodge &lt;http://www.beacherslodge.com/&gt;. Most of the units are direct oceanfront and they even have a conference room which would be perfect for your entire group to get together.

I previously owned a unit here and know the manager (and staff) to be very friendly and accommodating. St. Augustine's historic area is just a few minutes' drive away.

aulie2 Jul 11th, 2008 07:06 PM

ps I have gone to this website and found it worth futher research though the 25-30 year olds may fid it all a bit dull
thanks

WannabeinaMontserrat Jul 12th, 2008 05:03 AM

Try Amelia Island. The night life there is will be in Old Town. Sounds to me that you may be looking for more of a South Beach atmosphere though (?).

cd Jul 12th, 2008 06:35 AM

Have you ever been to the Panhandle? The beaches and the water there are like the Caribbean. Beautiful. Try seaching a bit in the Fort Walton/Destin area.
http://www.destin-fwb.com/

Brookside Jul 12th, 2008 09:19 AM

Just returned from a few days in Destin -- the beaches are heavenly and the community is large enough to offer the young folks a bit of diversion. It may still be a little cold there in April, though.

I haven't been to Siesta Key (yet!), but I hear it also is very, very nice, and Sarasota is full of shops, restaurants, clubs, galleries, etc.






LN Jul 12th, 2008 03:16 PM

Hi

Siesta Key, Sanibel, Longboat, and Anna Maria are all beautiful islands especially in April but there's very little nightlife. You'd have to drive into Sarasota for some nightlife.

suze Jul 13th, 2008 09:24 AM

Are the Keys and the Caribbean definitely out?


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