Today may be "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving traditionally marked as the day when retailers finally move out of the red, indicating losses, and into the black, representing profits, but there is still a very calm quiet at the hotel.

After yesterday's record 800 guests enjoying the Thanksgiving Grand Buffet, it appears most are sleeping in or taking a leisurely stroll around the city. Later, the botique stores and unique shops around town are sure to get busy, as with the nearby Outlet Stores, but nothing like the malls and centers in nearby Jacksonville.

It's also a great time to explore some of the attractions in town, (http://www.staugustineattractions.net) and completely avoid the shopping frenzies! There are still some rooms available this weekend, so it's not too late to plan a nice long weekend getaway. (www.casamonica.com).