With beautiful coastal weather and plenty of holiday events, a Christmas spent in Jacksonville, FL is a fun distraction from the hectic season.
Everything from murder mysteries to gingerbread houses await visitors this Christmas in Jacksonville.
An annual favorite seems to be the home tours, when guests to the city can lavish in a guided tour through the nation's oldest homes, each decorated for the holidays and eager to have their fascinating stories told.
The tree lighting ceremony marks the beginning of this festive time, when a tree who's colors had been voted for by the town will finally be lit.
All in all, Jacksonville offers a traditional holiday experience while still allowing for strangers to the city to be impressed by its unique culture.
