Once in awhile, Don the window cleaner just needs to get away. My wife, Cindi, and I did just that with a quick trip to our closest resort city, St. Augustine Beach. I just cannot get enough of the ocean, so I take every opportunity to go even if it’s just to feel salt water between my toes. I get up early while the sun is still coming up, and just take in the sea air, listen to the surf and the sea birds, and walk in the waves.
For our accommodations, we stayed at La Fiesta on A1A. It’s a locally owned and operated beach resort with rooms for 2 going from $109 to $159 for something that actually faces the water. I just needed to be able to walk to the water, so we took the lesser option. I talked to another guest later on who said he booked his rook on Expedia and saved 50%. Live and learn.
The room had a couple of twin beds, a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker, and a view of the putter golf place next door. That was fine. I was there for beach access. As an added bonus, there was a heated pool and the water was just right. And that’s a good thing because the water in the ocean is still pretty cold.
After checking out Sunday we went into town and walked around until we got hungry. Some friends had recommended a Greek restaurant on the street called Athena’s. It was a very old building, and they seemed to be grandfathered into a time when restrooms were not required. The quick review is: Service/slow, Gyro/excellent, Lamb Souvlaki/marginal, Water/awful, Prices/ fair. I guess we didn’t choose well.
We also roamed around a couple of galleries that were on the same block. I wish I could remember the name of the artist in this one, but the building featured three stories of his amazing work. All in all, it was a relaxing weekend, and I will get on with returning your calls ASAP!
