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As you walk through the resort, we encourage you to explore the history and enchantment of our St. Augustine Atrium. Reminiscent of the city of St. Augustine and “Old Florida,” the architectural backdrop is designed to evoke the style of Henry Flagler, an entrepreneur and visionary who developed St. Augustine into a prominent destination for travelers. You’ll find a small-scale replica of the oldest fort in North America, Castillo de San Marcos. Designers studied the ruins from the original fort built by the Spanish in 1672 to emulate the mysterious yet romantic feel of the space. Making its home inside the Castillo de San Marcos is the “Treasures of the Nuestra Senora de Atocha” museum display. The Spanish galleon “Atocha” was believed to have been lost in 1622 off the Matecumbe Keys of Florida. These golden treasures were discovered by Mel Fisher in 1985 in what is reported to be one of the United States’ richest treasure excavations.
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We hope you have enjoyed learning more about the beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort, location of the 2012 FPEA Homeschool Convention. In case you missed any of the “Top Ten Things You Don’t Want to Miss During Your Visit to Gaylord Palms Resort” here is a quick recap:
#1 – Cypress Springs Family Fun Pool
#2 – Key West Lagoon
#3 – Gator Experience
#4 – Wreckers
#5 – Relache Spa & Salon
#6 – South Beach Pool
#7 – Sunset Sam’s
#8 – Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe
#9 – Gardens Tour
#10 – St. Augustine Atrium
We look forward to seeing your family at the Gaylord Palms Resort in May!
