Amelia Island, St. Augustine & Jacksonville Holiday Experience

Escape the cold and celebrate the season with a coastal holiday experience featuring historic St. Augustine, Amelia Island, and festive Florida charm.

Description:
Trade winter chill for coastal warmth in this holiday-themed group travel experience to Northeast Florida, where history, culture, and seasonal celebration come together.

This six-night immersive journey takes you through Jacksonville, Amelia Island, and St. Augustine-America’s oldest city, beautifully illuminated for the holidays. A highlight of the trip includes experiencing St. Augustine’s famous holiday lights display, where historic streets glow with festive décor and seasonal ambiance.

Participants will enjoy a guided exploration of Amelia Island, including its coastal beauty and historic Fernandina Beach, along with a scenic journey through Jacksonville and a narrated cruise on the St. John’s River. The experience also includes a visit to the iconic Fountain of Youth and time to explore St. George Street, known for its unique shops, architecture, and vibrant cultural atmosphere.

Blending relaxation, exploration, and shared experience, this program is designed as a lifelong learning and cultural enrichment opportunity, offering insight into regional history, coastal environments, and seasonal traditions.

Date & Time:
Sunday–Saturday | December 6–12, 2026

Location:
Departure: Show Me Center, 1333 N. Sprigg St., Cape Girardeau, MO (8:00 AM)
Destination: Jacksonville, Amelia Island & St. Augustine, Florida

Price:
$922 per person (double occupancy)
Additional cost for single occupancy

Format: In-Person / Experiential Travel

Audience:
Lifelong learners, travelers, alumni, and community members interested in cultural travel, history, and seasonal experiences

Tags (for Catalog Search):
travel, holiday experience, Florida, St Augustine, lifelong learning

Category: Continuing Education / Professional Development

Delivery: Face-to-Face

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

Learning Outcomes:

• Explore the historical significance of St. Augustine as the oldest city in the United States
• Experience regional holiday traditions and seasonal light displays in a historic setting
• Identify key cultural and historical features of Amelia Island and Jacksonville
• Understand coastal geography and environmental features of Northeast Florida
• Engage in guided travel experiences that connect history, culture, and place
• Reflect on the role of travel in lifelong learning and community enrichment