September 24, 2016

 New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Very cute, very touristy!!  There are two downtowns in this community. There is the Canal Street Historic District which is quite boring compared to the Flagler Avenue Beach area. This place was hopping.





Cute, quaint little shops line the street from one end to the other. I have to say that the shops were mostly way out of my price range!! We had a good time just wandering in and out of these shops. Being such a hot day it was relieving to say the least.




We happened to be in town for the annual Jazz Festival, so it was nice to hear the music coming from all over as we strolled along.













We finished out our day at the beach. The water was so warm it wasn't even refreshing - thank goodness there was a breeze!!

Up and down the 5 miles of white-sand beach you could see parked cars. What a novel idea, and a good source of income, I might add.  Cost $10.00 per car and on a good day they can get 7500 cars parked.




But you have to obey the rules just like on the road - speed limit 10 mph, no texting or phoning while driving, and no cruising, just find a spot and enjoy your day!









There are three different traffic entrances, but many, many walking entrances.  And 'natural zones', which mean no motor vehicles of any kind allowed.

We had a great day! Enjoyed the sun and the water.

Tomorrow, we will be in Vero Beach where we will enjoy some time with cousin Karen and her husband Tom!! 


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