Mike Sweeting

4 ex-fish handling halls have been given an inner skin and air conditioning. They are now full of a mixture of interesting small shops. Many are unashamedly aimed at the tourist market, but in a good way. The restaurants are fun. We went to Pinchers seafood place. There is also an ice cream parlor, fudge place etc. in there.

Some types of gift looked a little odd to a British eye, but the quality was higher than usual.

A small thin park with great views.

This is a beautiful oasis of peace just out of downtown tourist St Augustine. Several buildings border a lake, with the sea only yards beyond. A huge cross marks the first Mass ever held on American soil. The tiny but perfect chapel of Our Lady of La Leche marks the first church. An old cemetery with grass and trees is adjacent. Also on the site is a modern church with a small but interesting museum which includes some very old items. There is also a pilgrimage centre and shop.

The boat ride around the primate islets is unique. Lovely atmosphere. Animals v well looked after and presented. Staff briefings on their particular animal/sare well worth attending. Only cafe a disappointment. Go early when the animals are all awake!

This is the best small zoo we have visited in the US. The boat trip round the lake Isles to see various primates is charming. The enclosures are all very well thought out, giving the animals the best possible environment while still allowing us to see them. Go early in the heat though. Only the cafe was weak - and expensive.