I was born and raised in Florida. There's nothing like visiting the historic coastal city of St. Augustine.

• As a Florida local, I have long enjoyed spending time in the historic city of St. Augustine. • I like visiting during less-busy seasons and often grab coffee at The Kookaburra. • The area has beautiful architecture in spots like St. George Street and Flagler College.

I grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, the land of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Yellowcard, and the NFL's Jaguars.

Just south of my hometown, though, lies the historic city of St. Augustine, where I went on many field trips as a kid.

The quaint city is about 460 years old and is considered the oldest settlement of African-American and European origin to have been continuously occupied in the United States.

Known for its monuments, museums, shops, and stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean, St. Augustine is a