Both of my parents (Burke’s) were raised in the Jacksonville area, so we cruised into the big city with great anticipation about our plans to meet with some family and friends that we had not seen in a while. We had heard some great things about the Marina at Ortega Landing, which would require a 20 mile diversion down the St. Johns River. It was our plan to stay there and visit family and college friends for at least 4 days, so we made the decision to make the side trip and were glad that we did. It was beautiful, friendly and full of amenities. It was also a great place to rendezvous with loved ones. We have included pictures of most of the reunions, but blew it by not getting a picture of my cousin Robin and her husband, who took us out to dinner on the night of our arrival. Sorry guys!! We love you all and enjoyed our time together in Jax.
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An idea for Burke’s new business venture upon returning home?
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“El Galeon” is a reconstructed 16th century Spanish Sailing ship docked near the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine
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The scale on the right indicates we can clear the bridge with inches to spare….obviously we line up with the middle of the span!!
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Heart usually skips a beat as we barely clear!
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Approaching the beautiful and historic city of St. Augustine
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To one humble and honest cruiser from Pennsylvania…thanks for the good laugh Sue!
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Kayaking remains a popular way to get on the water wherever we cruise
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Hear ye, hear ye….thou shalt slow down for the only creature uglier than I am, the manatee!
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Skyline of downtown Jacksonville from the Estrellita on the St. Johns River
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One of our favorite marinas, Ortega Landing on the St. Johns River, Jacksonville
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Stel’s college suite mate, Colleen, daughter Caroline with husband Will and some of their friends
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Enjoying the energy of some youth on the Estrellita
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Great friends from our college past, Steve and Colleen
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My Uncle Tom goes on a short cruise with us through his longtime home city of Jacksonville
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My cousin Katherine and her husband Paul join us for a beautiful Sunday afternoon cruise
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Being with family is sweet!
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John and Susan win the “friendliest dock neighbor” award