@@ctrujillo1136 Historic riverside is nice, Mandarin is pretty nice and some areas of the Southside/beaches side of town are really nice and of course you pay more for those nicer area's. Hope you enjoy it here, welcome your family to Jacksonville.
Having grown up in Jacksonville, I really appreciated this great video! With the rivers, salt marshes, and beaches, it’s a great place to visit. So many hidden gems. Thanks!
What an excellent video. I'm a Duval native born and raised and this really captures the beauty of the city. Of course there's going to be run down areas and some that are not so nice but that's anywhere you go. It's a complicated city but I will always have love for it.
In 2014 I had the opportunity to visit JAX for a few days and it felt amazing. I'm an european and visiting the US was one of my dreams. I like that you featured Joe's crab shack and I remember eating there. A lot of places in this video made me remember the time I spent there. I love your videos.
Thank you for your beautiful video. Thanks to you, I just discovered the city of Jacksonville. In Europe, we are in confinement, Jacksonville with its beautiful beaches, made me dream. strongly that we get rid of covid, so that we can travel again and discover beautiful things in the USA. I love the USA, it's a very beautiful country, there is a lot to discover.
Yep, I hear many people in Europe getting fed up with all the restrictions...I don't blame them. Hope you can travel again soon. I don't think it will be too much longer
I've lived in the Jacksonville and North Florida for 25 years. Yes, there's work to be done downtown and in Jacksonville Beach and honestly it could use better leadership and a more solid vision of where it's headed. The potential for a truly special city is here though and overall it's a wonderful place to live for the outdoor person! I don't ever plan on moving from this region. It's a beautiful spot to be with excellent weather, the Atlantic Ocean many parks, picnic spots and hiking trails.
I never seen this video. This is video gives the best view of Jacksonville and other parts of Florida. You have the best videos of places my friend keep it up.
I absolutely love Amelia Island. It is not overran by tourists and retains it's charm. Hope it can stay that way. My last trip there I made three RUclips videos of my trip. Hope to get back there soon. I enjoy your videos. Very well done. 👍🌴
Thank you for this, this is the best video I've seen show-casing Jacksonville. I live in Jacksonville and loved living here, I've learned about some places I haven't been to.
Thank you for posting this. My daughter is moving to Jacksonville at the end of this month. This has given me tons of ideas for things to do when I visit her.
I appreciate the video and time put into the guide. I lived in Florida for a while and I realized everywhere you go it’s the same thing (with the exceptions of museums) eat food and go to the beach, that’s it. I’m not including all the things to do at the beach because that’s too vast. The terrain is too flat . As for the crime, it’s terrible, the society construct is divided by rich and poor and the middle class is scattered throughout these neighborhoods. As for seeing people say there’s tons to do, very inaccurate. My wife and I love going out, we go to new bars,pubs and restaurants every other day. We jet ski, look at the sights and visit every museum,garden and just about any event. We now live in San Diego,CA , hands down the most beautiful city in California. Fortunately San Diego in a very Red city (not that it matters to some) , very pet friendly city and here there is a ton to do. We’ve lived here for years and we still haven’t done and seen everything. Now I’ll be going back to Jacksonville, not because I want to but because I have to and am not happy about it a single bit. Oh and the weather is horrible, it’s like an armpit. Imagine going from the most perfect weather in the US and then diving head first into a jock strap.
I think you have to search out the good parts of JAX. I love San Diego too, but also there the beaches are not what they used to be, Pacific Bch, Mission Bch getting alittle run down,still better than JAX Bch, but I think I would put the edge to Fernandina Beach.
I wonder why Californians move out of state in huge numbers . If you're wealthy you don't represent the majority of the people but for the middle class and lower class California became extremely expensive. You're forced to live in apartments because you can't afford a house anymore. Not that housing is cheap in Florida but still far away from CA. How's that beach water working out for you? Cold isn't it? Many regulations in CA . It's beautiful in its own way but apparently a lot of people don't care about mountains they like Florida because of their beaches, lakes, rivers and parks . More laid back (leave Miami-Ft Lauderdale out of it) . I live in South Texas. The Southwest and Texas constantly deal with droughts. It doesn't want to rain makes the landscape look dry . Florida doesn't have that problem . Anyway I think you make Florida ( Jacksonville) look like worse than it is.
I wanted to visit someone in Jacksonville last year but then the pandemic happened. It would have been my first time outside of europe. This video made me even more hyped now. As soon as the chaos will be mostly over, i will plan on my second try to "come over" :) Thanks for the great video and even more anticipation. Best Regards from Germany ;)
This one is much better than the last one on Jax. I am from there. Ponte Vedra is pronounced "Veedra". The Tolomato river near Nocatee is called the Intracoastal Waterway. Nobody uses the river names around here. I'm surprised you didn't mention Kingsley Plantation, which is a Timucuan Preserve right across from where you get off the St Johns River Ferry. It's a beautiful property with old live oaks dripping with moss and standing historic buildings to tour; easily a daytrip. Maybe next time cover Fort Caroline which is right near where you get on the Dames Point Bridge from the south. We also have a Botanical Gardens right neat Fort Caroline. That section of town is beautiful with older Spanish-style homes. Also San Marco area which is near the south bank of downtown, and Five Points which is a cute area with shopping, down Riverside Dr. Bounded by the West bank of the St Johns river and the Ortega river is one of the most affluent neighborhoods in town and full of historic and beautiful homes, called Ortega. I could go on and on. I'm sure you don't have so much time to cover everything but for your next vid, there's a few offerings yet. Good job!
Thankyou, yea, I knew I owed it to the JAX area to do a much better area...I've always of said Veedra, but when I looked it up the prnounciation websites were saying "ved-ra". Thanks for the comments.
Excellent post. I’m moving to Jacksonville and watched hundreds of videos but your videos has given be a better idea of Jax as we are pcsing and clue less about Jacksonville
Love this video it really shows the beauty of my home town. I’m living in Texas now missing home watching Jacksonville videos This is so beautiful….. Huguenot park is my favorite spot
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Thank you for this. I’ve lived in Jacksonville for two years and without gps I have no idea where I’m going or how to get there, let alone get back again. It took a year to figure out I live on the ‘south side.’
I lived in Tampa Bay for 20+ years, relocated to Charlotte 2020, ready to come back home! Plan to relocate with my husband and kids next summer! Looking into Jacksonville area.
Applause for you, love you video, excellent, explain with details different areas where the people can enjoy it. I went to Jacksonville 2 weeks ago to explore because I want to move there, but I can't see too much was raining a lot.
Absolutely love this video. I had the privilege of living in Jax for 21 years now, and this video made me fall in love with it even more. Jags heard you and finally signed Tim Tebow. One correction: Beachwalk and Beacon lake are not in Nocatee and don’t belong to any of the Nocatee amenities. Nocatee is it’s own beast. Fastest growing in the nation community. With multiple pools/splash areas for kids, 6 miles from the beach, walking trails, golf cart community. But Beachwalk and Beacon Lake are off of 210. Close to Nocatee.
Yea, its been freaking. Theres been several things I mention on a video, and then after a few months, it happens. Was glad to hear about Tebow, hope he makes the team.
Firstly a thank you for such a great channel and informative videos..we are watching from Manchester, UK..but are moving our life to Florida - jacksonville/ponte vedra area in the coming months...this video along with others (st augustine) has given us a massive list of things to do and places to see with our children and two dogs!..thank you so much and keep up the great work!..
IF YOU ARE A GOLF FAN THIS IS ONE FACT TO SHARE WITH YOU IF YOU DON'T KNOW AND THAT IS IN,1994 TIGER WOODS WON A GOLF TOURNAMENT AT PONDE VERDA BEACH. AND THAT VICTORY WAS PART OF HIS RISE TO STARDOM
Beautiful content. I know this area well now. Beautiful narration and passion for what u do! Well be there for my daughters appt at Mayo Clinic soon. Now we know where to chill!
I have never been to jacksonville , here l can think that is as beautiful a place as miami , the wide beaches , perfect view . I am not someone widely read about here's story . But I want to visit to.jacksonville , greetings from turkey
Born and raised in Chicago lived my whole life here never thought I’d leave this city but I’m planning to move in Jacksonville few months from now. I’m pretty stoked and excited for this little city I can see myself living here for good with a nice small house closer to the beach with my motorcycle, work hard to get my boat in 2 to 3 years an white Axopar 37 XC cross cabin, I’m All Set! Thanks for sharing the content and what’s the name of the song? 5:02
This has to be one of the best tour vids I've every seen❤❤❤.. so much info very detail. I wanna live there now lol, but I will be there next month. Any update tips or places to go???
Downtown riverside district has tremendous potential - I think maybe that’s what Lot J was supposed to be. But personally I love Ponte Vedra and all areas north and south of town, where it feels a little country but also still upscale.
Your videos are always great! The commentary is professional and soothing at the same time. This is my favorite travel guide channel. Question: how do you film your driving scenes? I tried it at Myrtle Beach inside my car but all I saw was the reflection of the cab. Do you put your cameras on the outside of your car? Or do you roll the windows down? What cameras do you use? Would love to see your camera set ups. P.s. thanks again for all the great videos! Love em
Yep I mount the cameras on the top of the truck and use GoPro Hero 8. The suction cups they make pretty good are pretty strong This is the one I use www.amazon.com/Smatree-Suction-Greater-Compatible-Session/dp/B00PQ4ACQ2/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=Go+Pro+car+mounted&qid=1616546916&sr=8-18
Beautiful video🙃 Thank you! Love the drone's work, it brings so much views from the top🤩 If y'all appreciate the fresh fishes go to the Safe Harbor Seafood Restaurant in Mayport, not far from the ferry! Cool spot, easy, real folks. I miss Jax Beach where I used to live, so much I realized it's where my heart is...sooo, I'm working hard on a project to get the right visa to come back, I can't wait😍 I used to live in Fernandina Beach too...Amelia Island is quite gorgeous!! The Live oaks and their moss plant with incredible natural light going through...yep, so many beauties there...check the Big Talbot Driftwood Beach, you won't regret ((; The Sunshine State is an amazing land💚💙💛❤...well, I'll have to tell you about my "Georgia on my mind" one day... take care y'all
As a Jax Native who moved to the West Coast, it’s rare to find a fully comprehensive video that speaks positive on Jax and the surrounding areas. Good stuff. Just know it’s pronounced Ponte Veeeedra not Ponte Vaydra to locals. Also…unless you’re a Gator fan, NOBODY wanted Tebow at the time this was filmed. (But yes the city was excited for Urban before his infamous season started). RIP Landing, Avoid Out East & NW Jax & most importantly: Go Jags!
I know Jax has a lot of potential, it’s basically the city’s motto: “the Bold New City of the South” that you see on every JSO cop car…it’s just a lot of locals keep hearing it, but never see any real big moves. Jax is a constant struggle of half the people begging for change like real public transit, attractions like a seaquarium or a theme park, while the other half of Jax wants to stay the same and keep the city to be a bigger version of Gainesville or Ocala. Personally I don’t think Jax will ever pull into its full potential until the younger generation takes over and the older generation dies out…but we’ll see what happens.
We moved to Jacksonville in 1997. The recruiter that brought me to Jax told me all about the great things that were going to happen soon. I lost count of how many times the Ship Yards were going to be developed into a Mecca to draw people. None ever started. The tax dollars disappeared but that’s par for the course. When we moved there, the Landing had some great shops, there was a maritime museum on the South Bank. It’s all gone now but Lenny has his green space. When we moved to Naples in 2019, Kahn was telling everybody about his grand vision for everything surrounding the stadium. But I don’t see anything happening yet. Maybe things will change, but I’m doubtful they will.
I’ve heard about possible things about to happen at Lot J. They at least have plans drawn out and looking for more retailers. Lot J will happen before the shipyards. As a Jacksonville native I will run for mayor sometime soon in the future. This city has given me great opportunity. I want to give back to it and its people. Lenny Curry would be history
I hope you do an update to this video. It’s very thorough but since a lot of places where under construction it would be nice to know what is open now.
People who mention crime as a reason are stupid. Every major city is ran by drugs and violence in America. Even Detroit and Chicago has amazing locations. I live in Dallas, been here 6 years. I was born and raised in NY, spent 25 years there before moving to DC for a little over a year. In 2019 the crime rate skyrocketed and hit the highest rate it's seen in decades and it hasn't dropped in two years, yet Dallas is still there fastest growing city. There's good and bad everywhere. Even Houston has an outrageous crime rate, yet it's the 5th largest metro in America, Dallas being the 4th. Learn the city you move to. Democratic cities are the best for education and healthcare. If those are important, seek that. The Labor of Statistics ranks every city and state by quality of life. Democratic cities has higher wages, education and healthcare. Homelessness is booming in every major city right now. High cost of living, shortage of homes and terrible wages/ benefits are destroying America. So depending on what you want will depend on where you want to move. Republican states usually have lower taxes and that's about it when it comes to quality of life. You can usually find cheaper land in Republican areas, so if you value space, those states can help you. Florida and Texas has no income tax, that's a huge incentive for many. I just hate the healthcare in Texas. Even life long Texans hate it, the system is garbage. I can't speak on Florida, only ever been on vacation there. If education is your thing, the best colleges are in the NE or California but huge cost of living. Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Berkley, Penn State, etc. All about researching your needs.
12:45 It still blows my mind they tore down Jacksonville Landing (which even at the very end still had many places to eat) with no sure plan what to do with the land!
Yes you do the city has everything you need and want. It’s a place where you can live and convenient if you want to party or fly we have our own major airport
Only been to Jacksonville once but I liked it. I think it is slept on. I love Miami but I think Jacksonville can be an alternative to Orlando and other cities. A few hours drive from Atlanta and they don’t get as many storms as other pets of Florida
You make Jacksonville look like a masterpiece, my friend! I was there for All Elite Wrestling, I had trouble finding hotels or foods that truly stood out and was worthy of reviewing and YT views. That new Margaritaville is a beauty though 😎👍
Update from Oct 2024: River City Brewing is gone now. But the Fountain is in-service and working great. Huge jets of water illuminated. Kind of like Belagio in vegas.
I absolutely love living in Jacksonville and will probably spend the rest of my life living here, beautiful city!!!!
Any recommendations on the best parts to live in? We are planning on making a move there.
hoooney... me too
@@ctrujillo1136 Historic riverside is nice, Mandarin is pretty nice and some areas of the Southside/beaches side of town are really nice and of course you pay more for those nicer area's. Hope you enjoy it here, welcome your family to Jacksonville.
@@ctrujillo1136 oak leaf plantation is pretty nice
Same here!
Having grown up in Jacksonville, I really appreciated this great video! With the rivers, salt marshes, and beaches, it’s a great place to visit. So many hidden gems. Thanks!
Thats great to hear, glad you enjoyed it, thanks Dell
Your videos do wonders for Florida homesickness 💚🌴🍊🐊🌊
Thankyou Darci, for the nice words
Exactly. These are like Home away from home.
I'm going to Jacksonville Florida in june I'm so excited about it 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
Born and raised here and you'll love it here!!😎🌊🏝
Just moved here it’s so beautiful
@@powercut4336 yes
It's a little big city
@@antwanalexander4281 yes sir lol 👍
Jacksonville is becoming popular for being itself 💯 Duval will be recognized for the qualities you don't get in Atlanta, Miami , Orlando or Tampa!
True
Qualities like actual culture?
@@reversecowboy of course. plenty of "grammable" spots and events 🙃
Like what Jax FL sucks everybody knows that. Big media never host any events here it's boring ASF
Jacksonville native, born & raised. I’ve moved away several times but always come back. It will always have my heart ♥️
What an excellent video. I'm a Duval native born and raised and this really captures the beauty of the city. Of course there's going to be run down areas and some that are not so nice but that's anywhere you go. It's a complicated city but I will always have love for it.
Thankyou. Yep very true, I think JAX has some exciting times ahead.
In 2014 I had the opportunity to visit JAX for a few days and it felt amazing. I'm an european and visiting the US was one of my dreams. I like that you featured Joe's crab shack and I remember eating there. A lot of places in this video made me remember the time I spent there. I love your videos.
Thankyou for the nice words. Hopefully the restrictions will ease up soon in Europe.
Joe’s Crab Shack 🤦♂️
Eat local.
An underrated and misunderstood city
I understand that it has alligators in the water so u cant jus swim at will
I heard it’s attracting many young professionals and young families recently so it’s getting it’s lime light!
seems to have a lot going for it.
Let's keep it that way!
This is the best review channel on RUclips 👏🏻 Relaxing voice 🙏🏻
Thankyou for the feedback, I'm honored
Agree. Would like to see more US cities
This feels like a much more positive video than the last one about Jacksonville
Crime!!!!!
Thank you for your beautiful video. Thanks to you, I just discovered the city of Jacksonville. In Europe, we are in confinement, Jacksonville with its beautiful beaches, made me dream. strongly that we get rid of covid, so that we can travel again and discover beautiful things in the USA. I love the USA, it's a very beautiful country, there is a lot to discover.
Yep, I hear many people in Europe getting fed up with all the restrictions...I don't blame them. Hope you can travel again soon. I don't think it will be too much longer
Covid.....lol....covid....lol😂
Jacksonville, Florida is a beautiful an amazing place to live, Love
Jacksonville has got a lot to offer for sure. Very nice. I've only ever drove through on my way to Daytona. Great video , Thanks
It's worth a stop someday, in my opinion, Mike 😎👍
Yep, I think Fernandina Beach is definately worth a stop.
@@TampaAerialMedia When's the next one?
I've lived in the Jacksonville and North Florida for 25 years. Yes, there's work to be done downtown and in Jacksonville Beach and honestly it could use better leadership and a more solid vision of where it's headed. The potential for a truly special city is here though and overall it's a wonderful place to live for the outdoor person! I don't ever plan on moving from this region. It's a beautiful spot to be with excellent weather, the Atlantic Ocean many parks, picnic spots and hiking trails.
What an amazing place!✌😉
I never seen this video. This is video gives the best view of Jacksonville and other parts of Florida. You have the best videos of places my friend keep it up.
Thankyou for the nice words Moises.
It was so I beautiful to see such imazing places!!! Thank very much
Thankyou for the kind words.
Born and raised in Fernandina Beach! Loved watching this video.
thankyou, great to hear from a Fernandina Bch native
We always kicked Fernandina Beach High School's butt in baseball.
Great video, very well researched. I love living here, there's tons to do, great weather and not too expensive.
Thankyou Danielle
Had no idea it’s so big. Great video, very informative. Appreciate the tour.
Thankyou VC for the nice words ruclips.net/video/gNUK5HbgRmw/видео.html
I was there for visiting, the Jacksonville is simple amazing, I had a good experience in this town..
I absolutely love Amelia Island. It is not overran by tourists and retains it's charm. Hope it can stay that way. My last trip there I made three RUclips videos of my trip. Hope to get back there soon. I enjoy your videos. Very well done. 👍🌴
Thankyou Joseph, yep I agree about Amelia Island.
Love your videos. I have been in Florida since 81. Now all I want to do is get on my HD and discover Florida. Glad I came across your channel
Yep FL has so much to offer
Thank you for this, this is the best video I've seen show-casing Jacksonville. I live in Jacksonville and loved living here, I've learned about some places I haven't been to.
Thank you for posting this. My daughter is moving to Jacksonville at the end of this month. This has given me tons of ideas for things to do when I visit her.
Glad it was helpful!
If you need ideas or advice let me know, I am happy to assist.
I appreciate the video and time put into the guide. I lived in Florida for a while and I realized everywhere you go it’s the same thing (with the exceptions of museums) eat food and go to the beach, that’s it. I’m not including all the things to do at the beach because that’s too vast. The terrain is too flat . As for the crime, it’s terrible, the society construct is divided by rich and poor and the middle class is scattered throughout these neighborhoods. As for seeing people say there’s tons to do, very inaccurate. My wife and I love going out, we go to new bars,pubs and restaurants every other day. We jet ski, look at the sights and visit every museum,garden and just about any event. We now live in San Diego,CA , hands down the most beautiful city in California. Fortunately San Diego in a very Red city (not that it matters to some) , very pet friendly city and here there is a ton to do. We’ve lived here for years and we still haven’t done and seen everything. Now I’ll be going back to Jacksonville, not because I want to but because I have to and am not happy about it a single bit. Oh and the weather is horrible, it’s like an armpit. Imagine going from the most perfect weather in the US and then diving head first into a jock strap.
I think you have to search out the good parts of JAX. I love San Diego too, but also there the beaches are not what they used to be, Pacific Bch, Mission Bch getting alittle run down,still better than JAX Bch, but I think I would put the edge to Fernandina Beach.
I wonder why Californians move out of state in huge numbers . If you're wealthy you don't represent the majority of the people but for the middle class and lower class California became extremely expensive. You're forced to live in apartments because you can't afford a house anymore. Not that housing is cheap in Florida but still far away from CA. How's that beach water working out for you? Cold isn't it? Many regulations in CA . It's beautiful in its own way but apparently a lot of people don't care about mountains they like Florida because of their beaches, lakes, rivers and parks . More laid back (leave Miami-Ft Lauderdale out of it) . I live in South Texas. The Southwest and Texas constantly deal with droughts. It doesn't want to rain makes the landscape look dry . Florida doesn't have that problem . Anyway I think you make Florida ( Jacksonville) look like worse than it is.
Best part of my week. Your work is stunning squire. Always a joy to watch. All the best from the Netherlands.
Thankyou Monty, thats great to hear, God bless the Netherlands.
I wanted to visit someone in Jacksonville last year but then the pandemic happened. It would have been my first time outside of europe.
This video made me even more hyped now. As soon as the chaos will be mostly over, i will plan on my second try to "come over" :)
Thanks for the great video and even more anticipation.
Best Regards from Germany ;)
Thankyou for the nice words. God bless Germany
Awesome video! I love Florida, beautiful! Thanks for sharing this video.
Thankyou for the nice words.
This is a really great video and such a pretty footage of the beaches! Thank you for sharing amazing information on our beaches in Northeast Florida
Thankyou, you are welcome
This one is much better than the last one on Jax. I am from there. Ponte Vedra is pronounced "Veedra". The Tolomato river near Nocatee is called the Intracoastal Waterway. Nobody uses the river names around here. I'm surprised you didn't mention Kingsley Plantation, which is a Timucuan Preserve right across from where you get off the St Johns River Ferry. It's a beautiful property with old live oaks dripping with moss and standing historic buildings to tour; easily a daytrip. Maybe next time cover Fort Caroline which is right near where you get on the Dames Point Bridge from the south. We also have a Botanical Gardens right neat Fort Caroline. That section of town is beautiful with older Spanish-style homes. Also San Marco area which is near the south bank of downtown, and Five Points which is a cute area with shopping, down Riverside Dr. Bounded by the West bank of the St Johns river and the Ortega river is one of the most affluent neighborhoods in town and full of historic and beautiful homes, called Ortega. I could go on and on. I'm sure you don't have so much time to cover everything but for your next vid, there's a few offerings yet. Good job!
Thankyou, yea, I knew I owed it to the JAX area to do a much better area...I've always of said Veedra, but when I looked it up the prnounciation websites were saying "ved-ra". Thanks for the comments.
Yeah, that “Ponte Vaydra” pronunciation was killing me & every Jax Native in this video lol. Thought I was the only one 😂.
great vid! i agree people focus on the down rather than the up. thank you for blessings, cannot wait to visit JAX!
Thankyou Janice for the comment
Excellent post. I’m moving to Jacksonville and watched hundreds of videos but your videos has given be a better idea of Jax as we are pcsing and clue less about Jacksonville
Thankyou Yorkie, doing a Hwy a1a video in a couple of months where well show alittle more around JAX
Now this is what I’ve been waiting for ! Thank you ! Great job!
Thankyou, great to hear.
Love this video it really shows the beauty of my home town. I’m living in Texas now missing home watching Jacksonville videos
This is so beautiful….. Huguenot park is my favorite spot
Thankyou Dionne for sharing, hopefully you can get back to JAX soon
Omg!!!! Amazing!!!!! You guys are awesome!!! Bella is the hard working one😻 I enjoyed watching! Definitely going to share with all my pals all over the world 🌍❤️😘❣️👍🏻🇺🇸
Thankyou for the nice words Yuliya
Love this thank you! So much to explore in this great city. Look forward moving here !
You are welcome Sandy
Thank you for this. I’ve lived in Jacksonville for two years and without gps I have no idea where I’m going or how to get there, let alone get back again. It took a year to figure out I live on the ‘south side.’
I lived in Tampa Bay for 20+ years, relocated to Charlotte 2020, ready to come back home! Plan to relocate with my husband and kids next summer! Looking into Jacksonville area.
Great video! Very well done. Thank you!
A sea of thanks for this video! I would love to see more 😄!!!
Thankyou, I appreciate that, yep doing alot of the East Coast Til June
This was a very thorough video. Thank you very much for taking the time to do this research!
You are welcome
Loved your music in this video and always like seeing Bella 🐶
A lot is going on in travel. Love this channel. I'm subscribed.
Great to have you on board, thanks for the comment.
Superb video and Jacksonville town , i like a lot 👍
Applause for you, love you video, excellent, explain with details different areas where the people can enjoy it.
I went to Jacksonville 2 weeks ago to explore because I want to move there, but I can't see too much was raining a lot.
Thankyou for the nice words, yep it tends to rain alot this time of year.
If you decide to move here let me know I can assist you.
Love these surprise videos! Thank you! 👍👍👍
Glad you like them!
Thank you for this great video. My wife and I plan to go to Jacksonville for the first time this year. We are going to be there over Halloween.
Yep, downtown isn't all that exciting, but you definately want to explore the coastal areas around JAX
@@TampaAerialMedia Thanks for the tip. We will do that.
Absolutely love this video. I had the privilege of living in Jax for 21 years now, and this video made me fall in love with it even more.
Jags heard you and finally signed Tim Tebow.
One correction: Beachwalk and Beacon lake are not in Nocatee and don’t belong to any of the Nocatee amenities. Nocatee is it’s own beast. Fastest growing in the nation community. With multiple pools/splash areas for kids, 6 miles from the beach, walking trails, golf cart community. But Beachwalk and Beacon Lake are off of 210. Close to Nocatee.
Yea, its been freaking. Theres been several things I mention on a video, and then after a few months, it happens. Was glad to hear about Tebow, hope he makes the team.
Firstly a thank you for such a great channel and informative videos..we are watching from Manchester, UK..but are moving our life to Florida - jacksonville/ponte vedra area in the coming months...this video along with others (st augustine) has given us a massive list of things to do and places to see with our children and two dogs!..thank you so much and keep up the great work!..
Great to hear, Welcome to the US, we miss all our tourists from the UK, we feel for the restrictions you all have had to endure
IF YOU ARE A GOLF FAN THIS IS ONE FACT TO SHARE WITH YOU IF YOU DON'T KNOW AND THAT IS IN,1994 TIGER WOODS WON A GOLF TOURNAMENT AT PONDE VERDA BEACH. AND THAT VICTORY WAS PART OF HIS RISE TO STARDOM
I MISSPELLED THE NAME OF THE BEACH IT IS PONTE VEDRA
Your videos are truly some of the best out there . Thank you
Thankyou Jacob for the nice words
Love Jax! Thank you!
Our pleasure!
So cool and informative great work I live about an hour south and haven’t explored north thanks for this because I haven’t bought yet
Thank you Miss Minx
Thanks for the video... very informative!!!
It's never really been on our radar, but it is now. And I can take the train or drive. thanks
Beautiful content. I know this area well now. Beautiful narration and passion for what u do! Well be there for my daughters appt at Mayo Clinic soon. Now we know where to chill!
Thankyou, yep know about the Mayo Clinic there, a very well respected hospital. I hope everything goes well for your daughter there.
The music, so floridean. Love it
thankyou Silke
Wow! I'm missing out. I'd love to live near the area where I could visit all these places often
I am in Jacksonville often and did not know most of what I just seen this video. Thank you I’ll be there in a couple weeks and I’m going to explore
Thankyou for the nice words, hope you have a great time.
San Marco, near riverside and downtown, really is worth a visit if you ever find yourself in the Jacksonville area.
Yes.
moving to jax from daytona in september and im so excited
Love your videos. So Bella can get her work done got me laughing 😂
I have never been to jacksonville , here l can think that is as beautiful a place as miami , the wide beaches , perfect view . I am not someone widely read about here's story . But I want to visit to.jacksonville , greetings from turkey
I think as far as beaches outside JAX are nicer than the beaches of Miami
Born and raised in Chicago lived my whole life here never thought I’d leave this city but I’m planning to move in Jacksonville few months from now. I’m pretty stoked and excited for this little city I can see myself living here for good with a nice small house closer to the beach with my motorcycle, work hard to get my boat in 2 to 3 years an white Axopar 37 XC cross cabin, I’m All Set!
Thanks for sharing the content and what’s the name of the song? 5:02
The song is "Feel It, Feel It" by Mattijs Muller available on PremiumBeat.com
@@TampaAerialMedia Thank You!!
Jacksonville looks nice!
DTWD baby! Born and raised and never leaving. Know every river, waterway, creek and nook n cranny exploring w my boat or seadoo over the yrs.
Great video! Very useful information for travelers.
Thankyou Andrea
This has to be one of the best tour vids I've every seen❤❤❤.. so much info very detail. I wanna live there now lol, but I will be there next month. Any update tips or places to go???
Thankyou DeAndre, yea just highly recommend Amelia Island and Fernandina Bch. The Mayport Ferry will reopen first week of April
@@TampaAerialMedia I really appreciate that!!!
Again, you never disappoint.
Thankyou Kim
Downtown riverside district has tremendous potential - I think maybe that’s what Lot J was supposed to be. But personally I love Ponte Vedra and all areas north and south of town, where it feels a little country but also still upscale.
Nice video of Jacksonville. I hope Bella was able to get some work done. 😉🐶💻🥰
Thankyou, yes Bella is very efficient.
Your videos are always great! The commentary is professional and soothing at the same time. This is my favorite travel guide channel.
Question: how do you film your driving scenes? I tried it at Myrtle Beach inside my car but all I saw was the reflection of the cab. Do you put your cameras on the outside of your car? Or do you roll the windows down? What cameras do you use?
Would love to see your camera set ups.
P.s. thanks again for all the great videos! Love em
Yep I mount the cameras on the top of the truck and use GoPro Hero 8. The suction cups they make pretty good are pretty strong This is the one I use www.amazon.com/Smatree-Suction-Greater-Compatible-Session/dp/B00PQ4ACQ2/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=Go+Pro+car+mounted&qid=1616546916&sr=8-18
Thks for doing the video !
You are welcome, thankyou for the comment
Beautiful video🙃 Thank you! Love the drone's work, it brings so much views from the top🤩 If y'all appreciate the fresh fishes go to the Safe Harbor Seafood Restaurant in Mayport, not far from the ferry! Cool spot, easy, real folks. I miss Jax Beach where I used to live, so much I realized it's where my heart is...sooo, I'm working hard on a project to get the right visa to come back, I can't wait😍 I used to live in Fernandina Beach too...Amelia Island is quite gorgeous!! The Live oaks and their moss plant with incredible natural light going through...yep, so many beauties there...check the Big Talbot Driftwood Beach, you won't regret ((; The Sunshine State is an amazing land💚💙💛❤...well, I'll have to tell you about my "Georgia on my mind" one day... take care y'all
Thankyou for sharing and for the nice words
Chamblins. Its not Chamberlain's but even locals seem to mess it up
My hometown is beautiful.
As a Jax Native who moved to the West Coast, it’s rare to find a fully comprehensive video that speaks positive on Jax and the surrounding areas. Good stuff. Just know it’s pronounced Ponte Veeeedra not Ponte Vaydra to locals. Also…unless you’re a Gator fan, NOBODY wanted Tebow at the time this was filmed. (But yes the city was excited for Urban before his infamous season started). RIP Landing, Avoid Out East & NW Jax & most importantly: Go Jags!
Thankyou, yep I still believe JAX has so much potential
I know Jax has a lot of potential, it’s basically the city’s motto: “the Bold New City of the South” that you see on every JSO cop car…it’s just a lot of locals keep hearing it, but never see any real big moves. Jax is a constant struggle of half the people begging for change like real public transit, attractions like a seaquarium or a theme park, while the other half of Jax wants to stay the same and keep the city to be a bigger version of Gainesville or Ocala. Personally I don’t think Jax will ever pull into its full potential until the younger generation takes over and the older generation dies out…but we’ll see what happens.
You give a great tour
Thanks
Thankyou for the nice words
We moved to Jacksonville in 1997. The recruiter that brought me to Jax told me all about the great things that were going to happen soon. I lost count of how many times the Ship Yards were going to be developed into a Mecca to draw people. None ever started. The tax dollars disappeared but that’s par for the course. When we moved there, the Landing had some great shops, there was a maritime museum on the South Bank. It’s all gone now but Lenny has his green space. When we moved to Naples in 2019, Kahn was telling everybody about his grand vision for everything surrounding the stadium. But I don’t see anything happening yet. Maybe things will change, but I’m doubtful they will.
I’ve heard about possible things about to happen at Lot J. They at least have plans drawn out and looking for more retailers. Lot J will happen before the shipyards. As a Jacksonville native I will run for mayor sometime soon in the future. This city has given me great opportunity. I want to give back to it and its people. Lenny Curry would be history
The landing was a failure
So true lol I’ve been here since when we had tolls on the bridges.
Looks like an awesome place to visit 😀
I hope you do an update to this video. It’s very thorough but since a lot of places where under construction it would be nice to know what is open now.
Yea should be by 2025 if not this year
Thank you for the video!
👍👍👍
Thanks so much. Very interesting
Great video
Thankyou Brian
Good City to live in ?
Yes very beautiful
I would say no maybe some pockets of nice areas but we left Jax hope to never go back we moved to Amelia Island less crime more conservative
@@richarddailey3961 is the crime that bad ?
@@DaretodoMotivation yes
People who mention crime as a reason are stupid. Every major city is ran by drugs and violence in America. Even Detroit and Chicago has amazing locations. I live in Dallas, been here 6 years. I was born and raised in NY, spent 25 years there before moving to DC for a little over a year.
In 2019 the crime rate skyrocketed and hit the highest rate it's seen in decades and it hasn't dropped in two years, yet Dallas is still there fastest growing city. There's good and bad everywhere. Even Houston has an outrageous crime rate, yet it's the 5th largest metro in America, Dallas being the 4th. Learn the city you move to. Democratic cities are the best for education and healthcare. If those are important, seek that. The Labor of Statistics ranks every city and state by quality of life. Democratic cities has higher wages, education and healthcare.
Homelessness is booming in every major city right now. High cost of living, shortage of homes and terrible wages/ benefits are destroying America.
So depending on what you want will depend on where you want to move. Republican states usually have lower taxes and that's about it when it comes to quality of life. You can usually find cheaper land in Republican areas, so if you value space, those states can help you. Florida and Texas has no income tax, that's a huge incentive for many. I just hate the healthcare in Texas. Even life long Texans hate it, the system is garbage. I can't speak on Florida, only ever been on vacation there.
If education is your thing, the best colleges are in the NE or California but huge cost of living. Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Berkley, Penn State, etc.
All about researching your needs.
Great video. When you are not from here though "pontey vaydra" instead of what we know it as "pawna veedra".
12:45 It still blows my mind they tore down Jacksonville Landing (which even at the very end still had many places to eat) with no sure plan what to do with the land!
Hi there, great video! Just out of curiosity what is the song that's playing at 5:00? Its sounds really cool but I can't find it anywhere.
It is "Feel It, Feel It" by Mattijs Muller available on PremiumBeat.com
i gotta move to Jacksonville, thanks
You don’t wanna move here trust me.
Yes you do the city has everything you need and want. It’s a place where you can live and convenient if you want to party or fly we have our own major airport
@@k-way6146 born and raised and been here for 48 years. This place is a 💩hole buddy.
me too that's has always be my dream🖤♥️💜💙🖤♥️💜💙🖤♥️💜
@@waltersobchak7275 why?
This video almost makes me want to move to Jacksonville Fl.
Let me know if you do decide to move here. I love it here.
Only been to Jacksonville once but I liked it. I think it is slept on. I love Miami but I think Jacksonville can be an alternative to Orlando and other cities. A few hours drive from Atlanta and they don’t get as many storms as other pets of Florida
Good point
Biking the river walk looks fun.
It is.
Jacksonville Florida is beautiful places. Home NFL jaguars, nice buildings, beach and bridge.
You make Jacksonville look like a masterpiece, my friend! I was there for All Elite Wrestling, I had trouble finding hotels or foods that truly stood out and was worthy of reviewing and YT views. That new Margaritaville is a beauty though 😎👍
There is so many good places to get food in Jacksonville. You did zero research.
@@b420monsta Tell me more
Excellent video.
Thank you very much!
Wow,The Landing is gone. I thought that would never go away.
Good video and very interesting.👍🏼
Another tremendous vid. Thanks! +1
Thankyou for the nice words.
Cool, I’m gonna be there in November
October*
Update from Oct 2024: River City Brewing is gone now. But the Fountain is in-service and working great. Huge jets of water illuminated. Kind of like Belagio in vegas.
That is good to know, thankyou