Marietta, Georgia
Marietta Antique Mall, 1477 Roswell Road, proved a good place for grape related antiques and collectibles. We also enjoyed Marina Marina, 19 Powder Springs St., and Park West Vintage, 17 Whitlock Ave.
Pensacola, Florida
Lt. Paul V Bonarrigo was Director of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation at the Naval Aerospace Medical Center in Pensacola. 1970-1971. He served the US Navy Goshawk Team, Flight Cadets, the Blue Angels, and the naval base.
The Naval Air Station was closed to us when we were there during government shutdown, but the Blue Angels did practice most days and they flew low along the beach tipping their wings. What an excitement for everyone. If the Station is open when you are there, there is also a museum on the base that is recommended.
The beach was our focus so we stayed right on the beach. There are many great beachfront condos and hotels to choose from. Sunsets are gorgeous there.
Don’t miss Joe Patti’s Seafood, 524 South B St., it also has a very nice wine shop. We even found a bottle of Sagrantino there! That is the only one we found on our trip.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Treme Fall Fest was in full swing with Second Line Parade, live New Orleans music, food, Spirits, arts & crafts. There is nothing like a New Orleans street party! Check the dates for this annual event St. Augustine Catholic Church Yard, 1210 Governor Nicholls, and neighboring streets
New Orleans is also a great place for antiques. Try MS Rau, 622 Royal St. It is like shopping in a museum!
The Sazerac House was an amazing tasting and tour experience. It is one of the most sophisticated tasting room tours we have ever seen. Tours are complimentary. 101 Magazine St.