Water. In Jacksonville, it's everywhere. Perched next to the vast Atlantic Ocean, this Florida city is split in two by the St. Johns River. With the following pointers, you'll have more than enough to keep you busy, and hopefully plenty of time to stick your toes in the ocean.

Where to Stay: The Inn at Oak Street
This 1902 former residence, near I-95 in Jacksonville's historic Riverside Avondale district, takes the bed-and-breakfast to new levels of comfort and convenience. A full gourmet breakfast comes with your room, and special services such as a private four-course candlelit dinner and spa treatments can be arranged. The inn has six guest rooms with rates ranging from $120-$180.
2114 Oak Street; (904) 379-5525 or CLICK HERE.

Where to Eat: Clark's Fish Camp
This eatery encompasses all that is kooky with fish camps--shrimp netting on the walls and a creek in the back--but the food is as good as it is varied. Patrons may order fried ostrich along with conch fritters and fresh alligator meat. Those who prefer their dinner more mild than wild should try the baked flounder stuffed with crabmeat ($12.95). Open for dinner Monday-Friday and lunch and dinner Saturday and Sunday.
12903 Hood Landing Road, Mandarin; (904) 268-3474 or CLICK HERE.

Where to Shop: Peterbrooke Chocolatier
Duck into this sweet spot and pick up some of the best chocolate-covered popcorn on the planet.
2024 San Marco Blvd.; (904) 398-2488 or CLICK HERE.

Where You're There: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
The city that's home to the NFL Jaguars also boasts the largest exhibit of the animals in North America. Open daily. Admission $9.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3-12.
370 Zoo Parkway; (904) 757-4463 or CLICK HERE.

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