According to TheKnot.com, country clubs rank among the most popular types of wedding venues with 70% of couples choosing to have the ceremony and reception in the same place. St. Johns Country Club is ahead of the trend’s curve, and ups the ante with a recent clubhouse remodel and expansion. more

Amanda wears a golden “strolling champagne dress” at the Casa Monica Resort & Spa 20th anniversary celebration Dec. 11. Guests could help themselves to a flute, or Amanda served the bubbly with a smile. DKN-tertainment near Orlando provides the skirt and talented servers in Florida. For information, visit dkn-tertainment.com or call (407) 721-5057. more

Trends in bridal fashion shift from year to year, but quality garments never go out of style. To find the perfect attire, brides and grooms can turn to vintage stores to find unique, high-quality garments that express their personalities and interests. more

Walk hand-in-hand beneath a canopy of oaks along a path that meanders through a fragrant rose garden to the saltwater shore of the Matanzas River at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. Located on Florida A1A, about a half hour drive south of St. Augustine, the 425-acre park is the perfect destination for a romantic day trip. more

I began photographing weddings in 2004. I had been studying photography at a community college and one of our assignments was to shadow a photographer. more

If there are three things Jacksonville locals love, it’s a good drink, the Jacksonville Jaguars and a good meal, which is often an excuse for another good drink. more

The upcoming holiday season brings yet another reason--as if we needed one--to enjoy food and wine with friends and family. This is something my wife, Shaun, and I certainly relish and enjoy as we are always eager to make any gathering as perfect as it can be. more

Vietnamese food is growing in popularity throughout the First Coast, from ma-and-pop Pho restaurants to boba tea spots with bahn mi and other traditional foods. more

I yearn to return to the St. Francis Inn, a graceful and stately home built in 1791, that continues to embrace the holiday season as the oldest bed & breakfast in St. Augustine, Florida. more

After the hustle of the holidays--from finding the perfect tree and gifts, to cleaning, decorating, cooking and hosting—there will come a time to FINALLY enjoy the holidays and relax. And I can’t think of a better way to show appreciation to a holiday host than by booking them a much-needed spa appointment at The Spa at Omni Amelia Island Plantation. more