Florida Fun: Exploring Gainesville To St. Augustine & Apartment Hunting!

We had an amazing trip to Florida! We are so excited to have found Ernie's rental in Gainesville Florida! St. Augustine Florida is a MUST stop for your next get away! It is a beautiful town with so much to see and do! Apartment hunting was fun as well! I hope you ejoy the VLOG!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

I hope you enjoy this fun vlog! ❤

[@coopie624]

I live in Alachua County, about 20 miles from Gainesville! I’m in town several times a week. lol St. Augustine is my favorite place to go in Florida. So much historians beautiful as well.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You are one lucky person! It's a BEAUTIFUL place!!

[@laverngalvan2320]

Thank you Anna for sharing your beautiful trip. That will be on my bucket list ❤

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You're welcome, Laverne! ♥️

[@kathycarter1553]

Anna, such a great video and love the new apartment, too. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Kathy!

[@janetr5929]

Happy anniversary! Your trip looked like a lot of fun. I didn’t realize that Florida had so much history. It’ll be fun for you two to explore.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

So much history! Thank you!

[@patboyle267]

Thanks for taking us along! 😊 happy anniversary 🎉 have been to st. Augustine it’s a fun place

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Pat! It is!

[@kathyv3909]

Were you a travel-vlogger before? You did such a good job. I really enjoyed learning about these places and yes I travel with my pillow too, even when there is no room. hahahahaha

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

LOL! NO.. I just do my best when filming. Glad you enjoyed, Kathy!

[@rossmerytuero978]

Happy Anniversary Ernie & Anna 🥂❤🎉!!! I love the video and that beautiful place. I definitely have to write it down on my bucket list of places to visit 🥰. I love the apartment that you pick. I can't wait to see how you will decorate it!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you so much!

[@vickiewinfrey2439]

Enjoyed Have fun!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Vickie!

[@sherrymeurer]

I live in Gainesville. Just found your vlog and it's June. Welcome and Go Gators💕 I would stay away from the college campus. There is crime in that downtown area and honestly, I would not recommend that area at all. But I am glad you found the apartment and I think Ernie will be happy there. Welcome to Gainesville and it looks like he will be 10 minutes from where we live. Happy anniversary!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Great info! Thank you so much!!! And, Welcome!

[@SheilaKress-bk1nh]

Happy Anniversary Anna, and Congratulations on your 40th!!! My husband and I have been married for 32 years. Time goes by so fast! Thank you for sharing your trip to Florida. Best, Sheila ❤

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You're welcome, Shelia! And thank you!

[@heidishumblehome2178]

Wow seems like a great trip! Glad u guys found an apartment too.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you! Yes glad to have that checked off the list!

[@emd5095]

Maybe you start doing travel vlogs!?! How fun would that be?!? (Another thing we have in common is a husband who travels out of state for work.)Mine has been home for a year! He's on a project 2 hour drive & does it everyday. I think we have 1 more year of it & then we will see where the next job will be. Definitely adding St Augustine to my travel list! Thanks again Anna! We love Florida!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Haha! I'd love to travel vlog! That is so awesome he's been with you a year! I remember when ern was home for almost 3 because the job was less than an hour away. Those were the days!

[@emd5095]

❤️❤️❤️

[@cristamarkle1635]

💜

[@jillanneshif]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Perfectly_happy]

Loved this! Happy anniversary ❤.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you!

[@PP-hs3ep]

Another thing to consider is SAFETY above all when in a new area that you do not know people!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Yes, ma'am! It is of utmost importance!

[@kaydublin5164]

Happy Anniversary, fun video 😊

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you!

[@tinascaletta8760]

Happy anniversary!❤ you are in my neck of the woods . I live in Ocala fl about a hour from Gainesville. The next time you are in Gainesville check out kanapaha botanical gardens and the butterfly rainforest.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you for that recommendation! We absolutely will do that!

[@user-zz6gc9qg9m]

Awe thank you Anna and Ernie, for sharing your love story and your anniversary trip. Enjoyed seeing places I’ve yet to visit and hearing about the history there. :)🥶🌷🐇

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You're welcome! Happy to share! Thank you!

[@rachelbolick]

Hey Friend, Happy Sunday. Thank you for bringing us along for your anniversary trip it was so enjoyable to watch. I still can’t believe you and Ernie have been married for 40 years,time flies by way too fast especially when you’re having fun.❤ I’m so glad you and Ernie had a wonderful time on your anniversary vacation. ❤🥰

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Rachel!

[@pamelapilato]

You too are the definition of what marriage is what God intended. You love each other and you support each other and you’re also good friends. Happy Anniversary and thank you for taking us along. Blessings you love birds.🩷🩷

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you so much for that, Pam! ♥️

[@cynthiafitzgerald1679]

Happy anniversary! I’m sure you’ve found the cost of living quite a bit less in the southeast compared to California. I live right up the road from st Augustine. Beautiful city!!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

We sure did! Thank you!!

[@RadGma]

Wow that was so cool! Thank you for sharing it with us! Never been to Florida before. So excited for Ernie’s new project and him being closer to home! So happy y’all had a fabulous time. What a fantastic trip to memorialize your 40 yr love story together ❤️

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Lisa! It was awesome! So happy to show you a little of the south!

[@ginnyevans1035]

My cousin and his wife both work for the University of Florida! Go Gators!!!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

How awesome! Beautiful college!

[@jennifervalentine7519]

Happy Anniversary to you both! 🎉

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Jennifer! ♥️

[@tanyademillo8695]

My daughter, husband and new granddaughter live in the next town from St. Augustine. They love going at Christmas, the music and lights and the trolley looks for Santa. Luckily for me they are moving to Maine in March to be closer to us. He’s from Gainesville, so it was interesting for me to see his hometown.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Gainesville is beautiful. And so safe feeling! I'm so happy they will be near you! Maine is on my bucket list!

[@serenityphotographs]

You need to go to Savannah Georgia next trip…… I am a Florida native so I love St. Augustine as well.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

I love Savannah! I've been, Ernie hasn't. So yes, we discussed that. Thank you, Serenity! You live in a beautiful state!

[@FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts]

Happy anniversary my friend! Gainesville, the childhood home of Tom Petty and Saint Augustine the oldest city, which is quite beautiful ❤My son lives in Fort Lauderdale and he and my daughter-in-law come up here for my birthday every November❤they are trying to get a second place up here so he’ll be closer to me. One of my granddaughters just graduated from Florida Technology in Melbourne. She graduated early in December. Praise God I hope the project for Ernie works out so he’ll be close. May God continue to bless your marriage love and hugs for me and Otis in snowy Massachusetts🥶

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Stay warm! So happy they will be close to you! Florida is a beautiful state!

[@terryspease41]

Anna I loved this so much! ❤ Thank you for taking us along. You looked so happy! I hope it all works out great for you and Ernie and the pretty amazing apartment!! I can’t wait to see how you decorate it 😍 “pretty and beachie “. Pray you have a safe trip home 🙏💞☕️

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Yes! Can't wait myself! It'll be a couple months. So excited!

[@mariawilliams1314]

Thanks so much for taking us along, it was great seeing St Augustine especially. Love the area you and Ernie picked out for y’all. We live in Auburn, AL which is a college town and I can tell you for sure you didn’t want an apartment in the downtown area. Happy Anniversary again you two! 😊❤😊🎉🎉

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Oh.. Alabama is my next visit! No.. we agree... No party zones! Hahaha

[@Texaschik01]

Happy anniversary ya'll ❤😊

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you!

[@barbarajameson8829]

Thanks for sharing your anniversary with us!You went to such a beautiful,amazing area! I can’t wait to see what you bring home. I am so glad you enjoyed your time together.❤Barb (Drive Careful)😊

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Barbara! ♥️

[@donnawilliams7683]

That was a fun and stress free road trip for me. Thanks for taking us along and St Augustine is beautiful especially with all the Christmas lights. The Hilton was very nice too.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

So happy you enjoyed! Thank you, Donna!

[@laurab7379]

What a wonderful trip, thank you for taking us along, St. Augustine looks amazing, love you can walk around and see everything. Happy Anniversary to you and Ernie! Fantastic video!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Laura!

[@erniemaldonado213]

It was an amazing trip babe!.. loved it!😘😘😊😊🥰🥰

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

It was my love! ♥️

[@Inspire-kx4fb]

Awwe I love this! ❤

[@susanarmstrong9656]

Thanks for this vlog. I've been to St. Augustine 3 or 4 times in the last 30 years and we just love it. My husband is a history nut so he's happy, I love shopping so its a win win!!!B I'm glad y'all spent your anniversary there!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Oh in sure he's in heaven when visiting!! It's a beautiful place! Thank you, Susan!

[@mariecarty2422]

Happy Anniversary to you and Hubby. ❤️40th 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 God Bless you both 🙏 Just a small comment about all those newly constructed apartments…we live In Plymouth, MA and those things are going up EVERYWHERE! No one who has lived here for a long time is happy. There ugly and block the beautiful view of the harbor. Their the modern day projects . So sad. ☹️

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Such a bummer! Why would they block a harbor view!. 😕 Thank you so much, Marie!

[@oliviatolbert-cl9cg]

Happy Anniversary cute couple 🙌 I had so much fun 😀 thank you for taking us along. It looks so beautiful. I've never been there. Have a safe trip back home🙏❤

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Olivia!

[@karendominguez2747]

I’m so glad you guys had such a beautiful and wonderful Anniversary. You certainly deserve it. Thank you for bring us along. Safe travels home.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Karen! ♥️

[@llnut4775]

Thanks for taking us along Anna! Glad you enjoyed & found a great apartment. My brother lived in Florida & my aunt so we visited a lot. Now my other brother winters there. It’s a great state!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

It's a BEAUTIFUL state! 😍 Thank you, Lori!

[@cathywright4133]

We were at St. Augustine probably 20 years ago. Absolutely loved it. Glad you enjoyed a part of the south.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

We did! Thank you, Cathy! ♥️

[@elizabethdias3108]

Happy Anniversary to the both of you! So happy you had a wonderful time - you both deserve it! Love seeing bits of your trip. Just lovely!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you so much, Elizabeth! ♥️

[@dianehall9662]

My daughter will be moving from Franklin Tn. To St. Augustine in a few weeks, she's taking a job there as a city planner, we lived in Florida for 28 years and love it there!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Ohhhhhhh she's so lucky! I'm envious! ♥️

[@cheriemancaruso6160]

What a wonderful trip!!!! Glad you guys had such a wonderful time!! Glen’s cousin and wife live in St. Augustine!! Hope to get there one day! Oh the Spanish Moss!! I just adore it!! Omg when we were kids we would drape it over our heads like hair! Lol my Aunt flipped out… there’s bugs in that don’t do that!! 🤣😂 Stupid kids! I don’t know if there are really bugs in it! One day I’ll have to tell you our Alligator story when we were in Crystal River visiting Glen’s Mom and Dad!! 😳❤ Thanks again for a great video!!

[@ritacapps9818]

Love seeing this beautiful video. Thank you for sharing your anniversary with us!! Safe trip home.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Rita!

[@user-sv1uh3vi1h]

Hi Anna and Ernie So enjoyed your anniversary video you are a great couple happy anniversary. I look for your videos every time i open my phone and i love that you answer every single comment and question,cant wait to see you back home.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Awe! Thank you so much! ☺️

[@susanelvington6554]

What a great anniversary trip! The scenery was amazing.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Susan! It's a beautiful place!

[@lisnowgirl2247]

Hi Anna, Happy Anniversary to the both of you. What a great way to spend your special day, so fabulous. There is nothing like getting away from our dailly routines.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Exactly! Thank you!

[@deborah3055]

Looks like a great place ..I’m glad you enjoyed your Anniversary. I bet you will have fun decorating that apartment Anna 😊 safe trip home.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Deborah! I can't wait!

[@sherrik9419]

Such a great vlog, there’s so much to see & do there….oh this is making me miss Florida😊 We love St. Augustine we’ve been a few times, it’s actually the oldest city in America 16th century, there’s a couple of really cute yummy French cafes, San Sebastián winery & Harry’s restaurant & bar are all great choices on your next visit.😊

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

We intend to go back until we've seen and done it all! Haha!

[@user-ej9xl9sd8r]

Looks like a wonderful trip. Thanks for sharing.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you! ♥️

[@authenticallyamber99]

Glad you enjoyed the Sunshine State! 🏖️ Happy anniversary! ❤

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

It's BEAUTIFUL! THANK YOU!

[@becky-um6wx]

What a wonderful anniversary trip! Looks like you both enjoyed it.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Yes we did! Thank you!

[@estergonzalez5700]

Happy anniversary 🎉🍾🥂. Thank you for sharing, beautiful places to visit.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You're welcome and thank you!

[@sandrawyatt1652]

Loved this video! Almost felt like I was there, except I came back hungry. You’ll have to make a good dinner when you get back Tennessee!

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Haha! Thank you, Sandra! ♥️

[@sallysweigart7999]

Happy Anniversary! I have never been to either place before, it looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

It's so beautiful! You have to visit!

[@vickitorres5478]

Happy Anniversary … Anna and Ernie thanks for sharing looks beautiful glad you are enjoying and taking time for yourself .

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Vicki! ♥️

[@denacleaves5205]

Hi Anna, Happy Anniversary to you both!!! Enjoy your road trip and be safe.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you, Dena! We're home!♥️

[@LemonTreeDee]

Happy 🌹 Anniversary Anna and Ernie! (I hope I spelled that right) lol

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

You did! Thank you!

[@shirleyadkins4254]

That was fun

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Yay! Glad you enjoyed!

[@MsAshmomma]

Happy Anniversary! Be blessed.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you!

[@ljhoneywell]

Great video. Happy anniversary🎉

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Thank you!

[@janiceestes9518]

My oldest daughter had a beautiful home in ST. Augustine. She had her three children there. She had sold her home and moved to NC. Her heart is in ST. Augustine, she hopes to return there after her children finish high school. I spent many weeks there while she was on bedrest during her pregnancies. It is a beautiful place for sure. Downtown is full of history, great restaurant's overlooking the ocean. Enjoy your stay and safe travels. What does your husband do for work? Curious.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

How wonderful, Janice! He's in Construction Mgmt.

[@kreativestamping]

Enjoy your trip!!! My daughter goes to UF. Any apartment close to the school will be full of kids. I can't imagine being in the same building as the kids...Btw, what does your husband do??? Many blessings for you both.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

She adryans beautiful college in a beautiful safe area! He's in construction mgmt!

[@kreativestamping]

Gainesville is wonderful plus you are so close to so many places. My husband and I just moved to Jacksonville from Miami. My other kid is at FSU in Tallahassee, now we are much closer to both. If you ever visit, maybe we can explore together.

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

@@kreativestamping That sounds wonderful!

[@bonnielamb2170]

What kind of work does Ernie do if I may ask ?😊

[@homeandgardenwithanna.]

Construction mgmt