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Bring Your Best Friend to the New Park in Destin!
The Destin Dog Park has opened its gates! The grand opening of the new Destin Dog Park took place on Saturday, January 7th with over 100 pets and owners! The sidewalks and streets of Destin were busy with dog lovers and tail-waggers visiting the park for the first...
Sunday, January 15, 2012 |
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Destin’s Latest Bite for Breakfast
There’s a new breakfast spot in Destin right next to Mellow Mushroom and across from Another Broken Egg. As tempting as it was to turn right into a familiar restaurant that I’m assured of getting delicious food and great service I decided to live on the edge. Left I turned into a big...
Sunday, January 08, 2012 |
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Songwriters of the World Unite on 30A
Back by popular demand is the 30A Songwriters Festival. It’s a three-day music festival featuring over 250 performances by more than 125 songwriters from all over the country. Venues vary from intimate settings to open air amphitheaters, all taking place along the beautiful beaches...
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 |
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Destin Commons Welcomes Hickory Farms
One of my fondest memories as a child was around the age of 4. My mother was a big shopper so we visited the Westland Mall in Miami, Florida often. We would pass store after store until we came across a man standing outside a red gingham tarp offering samples of smoked cheddar....
Friday, December 09, 2011 |
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Big City Taste in Fort Walton Beach
Tucked away on Brookes Street sits Big City American Bistro. Hidden but never secluded, the word is out! This place is where you want to eat! It’s a casual, open atmosphere with prices that don’t hurt the pocket book and flavor that belongs in a five star restaurant.
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011 |
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It’s Happy Time in Destin
Destin has a new favorite Happy Hour and you can find me there any given night between 4:30 and 9:00pm, Cuvee Bistro. It’s a Trendy restaurant with a fun, locals’ atmosphere. Owned and operated by Destin’s most cherished chef Tim Creehan, so it doesn’t hurt that the food is amazing...
Sunday, November 13, 2011 |
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Pensacola Interstate Fair
The Fair is coming to Pensacola, Florida! Starting October 20
th for 10 days you can enjoy the largest and most exciting event held on the Gulf Coast! Attracting exhibits and participants from all over the country the Pensacola Interstate Fair will offer something for all!...
Thursday, October 13, 2011 |
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'Sailgating' in Sandestin
Football season has started and Sandestin’s Marina Beach is in on the game! Have you ever been 'Sailgating'? Second only to being in the actual stadium of your favorite NFL or College team, ‘Sailgating’ in Sandestin is an experience you don’t want to miss.
Every Saturday,...
Monday, October 10, 2011 |
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Destin Fishing Rodeo Continues its Beloved History in 2011
October 1st 2011 will kick off another Fishing Rodeo in Destin, FL. Since 1948 anglers and excitement seekers eagerly anticipate this momentous annual event. Over $200,000 will be awarded to the best catches of the approximately 30,000 entrants -- numbers higher than any previous...
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 |
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See it in Style at Grand Boulevard
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin announces they will open a new state-of-the-art movie theatre in the summer of 2012. Loved for the ability to shop, dine, play, and stay all in one spot, Grand Boulevard can add entertained to the list come July of 2012. Summer fun at Sandestin can soon...
Monday, August 29, 2011 |
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Live Oak Landing, An RVC Outdoor Destination
Live Oak Landing has now partnered with Mark McDuffie, captain of Wounded Warrior Fishing services, to offer professional guided fishing expeditions and tours...
Sunday, August 21, 2011 |
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2012 Boating Magazine Swimsuit Edition Shoot Coming to Destin
Boating Magazine's annual swimsuit edition will be shot in Destin, Florida along the Destin Harbor. Beginning on August 19th, 12 beautiful models will pose in the picturesque locations of HarborWalk Marina, the Emerald Grande and HarborWalk Village.
Models from all over the...
Wednesday, August 17, 2011 |
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Roll In the Weekend in Fort Walton Beach
There’s a new trend in Fort Walton Beach and it sure beats the usual Saturday night dinner and a movie. Make your way to Ferry Road for action, speed, and dolls on wheels. I’m talking about the Beach Brawl Sk8R Dolls (BBSD) of Fort Walton Beach.
The
Saturday, August 13, 2011 |
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Hear it First in South Walton
South Walton Beach has a brand new hot spot for your next Friday and Saturday night out, First Note! True to its name, First Note is a trendy little music hall that provides a stage to up and coming artists looking to showcase their talent. These artists can practice their...
Monday, August 01, 2011 |
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IMAX is coming to The Grand Theatre in Pier Park Panama City Beach July 15th, 2011.
Now Pier Park is not only home to over 80 stores and 25 restaurants but come midnight on July 15th The Grand Theatre Pier Park will open the first IMAX Theatre in the area. At the opening of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 visitors of Pier Park and The Grand Theatre will...
Friday, July 15, 2011 |
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Yolo Board Seaside Celebration September 10th, 2011
Devote one day to the hottest craze to hit the water, Stand-Up Paddle Boards. This special event will be hosted by Seaside, one of North West Florida’s favorite little beach towns. Everyone is welcome to 2011’s Yolo Board, Seaside...
Sunday, July 10, 2011 |
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The Pensacola Seafood Festival is scheduled for September 23rd through 25th, 2011
The Pensacola Seafood Festival returns to Historic Seville Square in Downtown Pensacola for the 34th year in a row. The event is presented each year by the Fiesta of Five Flags, an organization of over 450 members that volunteer for yearly events to promote tourism, heritage, and...
Saturday, June 11, 2011 |
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Sandestin Music Festival Scheduled For August 12th and 13th, 2011
Sandestin Music Festival is returning to The Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Debuting in 2010 with much success the encore is set for August 12th and 13th, 2011. Powered by a collection of top songwriters and hit-makers, this years’ line-up is described as a little country, a little...
Thursday, June 02, 2011 |
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14 Ways to Cool Off this Summer
Summer is here and the heat is on! One thing about Destin, Florida, it gets hot in the summer. Sometimes all that is needed is a quick dip in the ocean. For those intense summer days you may have to use one of my 14 tried and true ways to cool off in Destin.
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Monday, May 09, 2011 |
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Sunday Brunch on 30A
Last Sunday I found myself driving down 30A with friends looking for a breakfast spot. We are all locals and looking for a change from the standard breakfast places we always seem to end up at. We stumbled across Stinky’s Fish Camp...
Friday, April 15, 2011 |
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Taste Destin this Spring!
The 25th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival is right around the corner! Held on April 28th through May 1st, you can enjoy four days of unique events. Attend private dinners, participate in auctions for rare and distinctive wines, and experience a wine tasting like no other.
I’ve...
Sunday, March 20, 2011 |
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A Weekend Of Smooth Jazz at Pier Park
In North West Florida April is a big month. For most it’s a time for spring break, warmer weather, and long days on the beach. For this Destin native it means a weekend at the Sea Breeze Jazz Festival. Both...
Tuesday, March 15, 2011 |
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St. Patty's on the Destin Harbor
Harborwalk Village is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a week chalk-full of great food, music and traditional Irish imbibery!
It all starts on Saturday, March 12th from noon until 4:00PM with the 3rd Annual Grogg...
Thursday, March 03, 2011 |
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7 Water Sports Activities to Try On Your Destin Vacation
Destin, Florida, once a quaint fishing village, has become one of the most popular family travel destinations in the Untied States. The allure of the sugar white sand and emerald green water of the Gulf of Mexico attracts thousands of vacationers from across the world each year to...
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 |
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Get in the Groove in Fort Walton Beach
As a local who appreciates good live music, I center my plans around my favorite bands. It’s Friday night and Jones & Company, a local band with incredible talent, is playing in Fort Walton Beach at the...
Monday, February 21, 2011 |
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2011 UWF Festival on the Green is Simply Inspiring
I’m a local artist and I’m really excited about this year’s Festival on the Green at the UWF campus! Always set in the spring, it’s a beautiful time of year for a festival. The magnolias are fragrant, the breeze is cool and all your senses are delighted and enlightened.
Last...
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 |
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The Sounds of Spring in Seaside, Florida
After another unusually cold winter, this Florida girl is ready for spring! It is the best time of year for this area. Everything around is green and ready to bloom, including the entertainment. Outdoor concerts on every corner, my favorite being the Seaside Spring Concert...
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 |
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790 North is Local’s Favorite Snowbird Lunch Spot
Last week my husband and I were looking for somewhere different to go for lunch, we were tired of our usual spots. I suggested 790 North which rests on the first floor of The Inn at Crystal Beach on Scenic Hwy 98. He said “Isn’t that kind of expensive, it’s right on the Gulf and I...
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 |
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Celebrate Mardi Gras in Destin, Florida
Waves are not the only thing we catch here in Destin. Through the months of February and March beads and moon pies will be tossed your way for a Mardi Gras celebration you won’t want to miss. Here’s a list of Mardi Gras events throughout Destin.
The celebration begins...
Thursday, February 03, 2011 |
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Vision Airlines Announces Low-Fare Flight Service to Northwest Florida
Vision Airlines announces today the expansion of it’s low-fare air service from 17 new markets to the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) beginning Mar. 25 and April 1, 2011, with rates starting at $79/one way. To celebrate the largest expansion of a commercial airline in more...
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 |
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Destin's Own Heritage
On your next trip to Destin you've got to coordinate your schedule to see local band Heritage. They are an absolute blast to watch and their music is packed with talent and a happy reggae feel.
About 20 of my friends and I continually see their shows and we love to dance in...
Tuesday, December 28, 2010 |
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New Year's Eve in Destin... A Night to Remember
Have plans for New Year’s Eve? Once again the Destin area has you covered. From East to West there’s a party going on somewhere and it’s guaranteed to be fabulous! Which end of Destin will you be ringing in the New Year? Here are some “Party Central” hot spots you won’t want to...
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 |
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Batters' Up In Pensacola Beach
The Minor Leagues are coming to Pensacola, Florida. The AA Minor League Carolina Mudcats of the Southern League are moving to Pensacola, Florida in 2012. The currently constructed, premier waterfront facility in Maritime Park will be the residence of the new league. The new owners...
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 |
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Get Ready for Midnight Madness!
Each and every year, the shopping faithful make their pilgrimage to Silver Sands Factory Outlets for, what amounts to them as, an annual religious experience. The over 100 designer factory stores featured at Silver Sands have become the holy grail of Black Friday experiences for this...
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 |
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World Dining Experience in Destin
Chan's Wine World brings back their World Dining Series for the season. This is why locals long for the fall and winter months of Destin. The perfect weather and always a perfect dining experience at Chan's Wine World. What makes Chan's World Dining Series so unique? Join me for...
Monday, November 15, 2010 |
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Blues, Brews & BBQ
It's round three of HarborWalk Village's Brews, Blues & BBQ celebration! On November 13th from Noon to 4:00 PM, the Destin Harbor will be alive with the sounds of live music, the smell of delicious southern-style BBQ and the aroma of over 25 speciality American beers!
As...
Wednesday, November 10, 2010 |
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Destin Festival of the Arts
Matte Kelly's 15th Annual Festival of the Arts is back and looks to be better than ever! The art festival will be held on October 23rd and 24th at Henderson Beach State Park, which is one of the most picturesque locations along Destin's coastline.
Dozens of artists' tents will...
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
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Silver Sands Celebrates an "Event-Full" October
The autumn season marks the beginning of a special time of year for our area with cooler, sunny days and an abundance of community and cultural events. With a crisp feel in the air, residents and visitors take to the outdoors and discover fun ways to shop, dine and entertain...
Thursday, September 30, 2010 |
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Destin's Beachfront Gem
My wife and I have been visiting Jade East Towers in Destin for nearly a decade now and we'll keep coming back at every opportunity. After staying at different places along Destin, we find the value of Jade East to be the best.
What we enjoy most is its location. First of...
Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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Designer Brands at Basement Prices
While the Silver Sands Factory Outlet is generally known for its huge collection of individual-brand factory stores, it also includes a designer department store "staple" in Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. At Off 5th you'll find a selection of mid to high-end designer clothing, shoes,...
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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Boutiques on the Beach
Pier Park is Panama City Beach’s new shopping central. The great thing about Pier Park is you can enjoy all it has to offer without giving up the beach. This is what a beach vacation is about. Shopping, eating, and even catching a show while still enjoying the ocean breeze. Situated...
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 |
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Shopping on the Strip
Miracle Strip Parkway, also known as Main Street in Fort Walton Beach Florida is a small strip of eclectic shops and restaurants. It runs alongside The Landing, a waterfront park complete with a playground and picnic tables. The Landing is host to a variety of festivals throughout...
Monday, September 13, 2010 |
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32nd Annual Destin Seafood Festival
Since 1979 the Destin Seafood Festival has been an event that never gets old or loses its charm. Each year thousands of hungry locals and visitors alike look forward to listening to popular musical acts, dining on the tastiest seafood around and enjoying the refreshing autumn...
Tuesday, September 07, 2010 |
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BP Oil Spill Dollars Flow into Destin
There’s a flow coming into Destin from the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. But it’s not oil sheen or tar balls, it’s a flow of money coming from BP’s relief fund.
In an effort to resurrect a tourist season cut short by the disaster, Okaloosa County is giving away a $200 Visa® Gift...
Saturday, September 04, 2010 |
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Grand Favorite for Seafood & Cocktails
Being a local, and having a business on the Beach, you try them all but stick with the best restaurants and bars. One of our favorites is The Grand Marlin.
You can enjoy the main dining area with an oyster bar, or a personal...
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 |
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Get Your Creativity Fired Up
Fired Up is a fun and unique shop where you paint your own pottery. Located in the quaint little town of Seaside, Fired Up was voted #1 Hot Spot by 30A.com. If you are looking for that special vacation souvenir than you have to check this place out!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 |
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The Boardwalk Offers Something For All
If you plan on visiting Pensacola Beach and are looking for a casual, relaxing place to shop (or just browse around), look no further than the Boardwalk. You'll find anything from beachwear and fashion boutiques to liquor and convenience stores.
Some of the shops you'll find...
Monday, August 23, 2010 |
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Grand Boulevard Transforms Into An Artist's Canvas for Via Colori
Via Colori®, the Italian Street Painting Festival, is an upscale, signature special event that will be held in Grand Boulevard on Saturday, September 18 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Come see spectacular artists transform the streets of the Town Center, from Fusion Art Glass Gallery to...
Friday, August 20, 2010 |
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Shop Bikes & More in Destin
Robin’s Bikes and Fitness is a sporty little shop right on Highway 98 in Destin. A full service bike shop stocking a plethora of bikes such as: hybrids, cruisers, road bikes, and mountain bikes for both adults and children. With an array of accessories to match, Robin’s is the place...
Thursday, August 19, 2010 |
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Score Your Next Meal at Sidelines
Sidelines Sports Bar is a casual restaurant located on Pensacola Beach. Your typical sports bar with an abundance of televisions around the restaurant blaring your favorite game. Convenient speakers on each table allowing you to choose which game you’d like to watch. Not a place for...
Monday, August 16, 2010 |
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Get Your Sea Legs at Old Bay Steamer
If you are looking for amazing seafood you have to stop by Old Bay Steamer on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach. This no-frills restaurant attracts locals and tourist alike. In fact, I’ve never been there when there was not a crowd. With plenty of seating and an efficient staff...
Sunday, August 15, 2010 |
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Beer at the Pier "German Style"
If you like beer and a fun, social atmosphere you have to try the Hofbrau Beer Garden at Pier Park in Panama City Beach. It’s like stepping into an authentic Munich beer hall, with live German music and merriment. Everyday’s a party at the Hofbrau Beer Garden.
Along with tasty...
Sunday, August 15, 2010 |
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A Curious Little Restaurant in Alys Beach
George's is a trendy, frog-themed restaurant set on 30-A in Alys Beach. Casual dining inside this quaint cottage-style restaurant or outside on the patio where there is a cool ocean breeze. Judging by the crowd on and off season,
Saturday, August 14, 2010 |
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A World of Wine & So Much More
Chan’s Wine World is a unique liquor store/cheese shop/restaurant located in Destin on Commons Drive. Chan’s is a local favorite serving up delicious meals for lunch and dinner such as: Mediterranean Smoked Tuna Salad, Gourmet Cheese Trays, Grouper Picatta, and Three Cheese Eggplant...
Saturday, August 14, 2010 |
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Italian Done Cozy by the Harbor
La Famiglia is great, great, great for three reasons. One -- it’s authentic. The menu opens with a warm welcome from the Rella family in almost perfect English and...
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 |
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Le Grand Cirque Headlines Memorial Day Weekend on Emerald Coast
DESTIN, FL (April 8, 2010) –– The world-renowned acrobatics and white-knuckle stunts of Le Grand Cirque top the calendar of Memorial Day weekend events along the sugary white sands of Destin, in the heart of Northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast.
Beginning May 25 and throughout...
Friday, April 09, 2010 |
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Family Fun in Fort Walton Beach this Summer!
If you’re looking for family fun in Fort Walton Beach this summer, come down to Uptown Station. In the heart of Fort Walton Beach and referred to as the heartbeat of the Emerald Coast, Uptown Station has something for the entire family.
Kids can play in the dancing fountains...
Friday, July 10, 2009 |
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Summer Fun in Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida is an active coastal town accommodating 52 miles of shoreline and 343 days of sunshine. Not to mention a calendar full of local festivals, concerts, activities, and more! Take a look at all the action Pensacola, Florida has planned for you this...
Friday, July 10, 2009 |
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Celebrate Summer in Panama City Beach
This year Panama City Beach stirs up excitement with impressive events all summer long. From weekend beach bashes to laid-back summer celebrations, Panama City Beach knows how to keep the party rolling. Check out what Panama City Beach is planning this summer!
The sound of...
Monday, May 25, 2009 |
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Spend a Hot Summer in Destin
This year millions of vacationers are planning to spend their summer in warm Destin sand and the refreshing Gulf of Mexico. Destin, Florida always delivers a summer vacation full of breathtaking views and a medley of entertainment from one end...
Monday, May 25, 2009 |
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The Sun Will Come Out in Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida sends a farewell to grey skies and a big welcome to blue with exciting outdoor events this Spring and Summer Season! If you’re looking for a place to warm-up this summer come to Pensacola, Florida. Known for its beautiful natural beaches and laid-back local...
Sunday, April 19, 2009 |
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A Beaches of South Walton Vacation
This summer put your cares aside and vacation in a place that promotes peace and tranquility, a place that encourages rest and relaxation, a place where every path leads to the sea, the Beaches of South Walton.
Escape to the beauty of the emerald green waters of the Gulf of...
Sunday, April 19, 2009 |
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Spring Break 2009 on Okaloosa Island
Experience Spring Break 2009 in Okaloosa Island, Florida. Located between Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida on US Highway 98, Okaloosa Island is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico, Choctawhatchee Bay, and Intercoastal Waterway. Take a brief tour down this barrier island and see why...
Sunday, March 15, 2009 |
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Spring Break Destination 2009 -- Destin Florida
Spring is finally here, providing long days filled with warmth and sunshine. You’re invited to take a break from the cold and spend your spring in Sunny Destin, Florida. Destin boasts some of the worlds most beautiful beaches and a calendar full of exciting events all Spring long....
Sunday, March 15, 2009 |
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Farewell Snowbirds, Hello Spring Breakers!
Spring Break is coming back to Panama City Beach. Attracting college students looking for action and parents looking for family-friendly fun. Panama City Beach is a place where you can unwind, relax, and leave your worries behind. A...
Monday, February 16, 2009 |
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On Your Mark, Get Set, Go Pensacola!
The race is on in Pensacola, Florida. Nestled along the Gulf Coast, boasting 52 miles of shoreline, Pensacola offers a calendar full of outdoor adventures to lure the masses. Three unique areas, Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, and Perdido Key, invites visitors and locals alike to...
Monday, January 19, 2009 |
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Start a New Year's Resolution in Destin
It’s January 2009, time for getting in shape, eating healthy, and spending more time with friends and family. What better place to start your New Year’s Resolution than Destin, Florida! Home to beautiful beaches and beautiful people, let Destin inspire you to accomplish your New Year...
Monday, January 12, 2009 |
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Take a Tour Along 30-A
Separating powder-white sands and emerald-green waters from award winning dining and diverse shopping, Highway 30- A is a road leading to all that is good. So take a road trip... or bike ride... and discover the amazing beach communities that surround this South Walton Beach...
Monday, January 05, 2009 |
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6th Annual Gulf Coast Bridal Faire
Florida Dream Weddings Presents: The 6th Annual Gulf Coast Bridal Faire. The holidays are a time for family, fun, and falling in love. With powder- white sand, sparkling green waters, and breathtaking sunsets the Gulf Coast is the perfect place to pop the question and tie the knot....
Wednesday, December 17, 2008 |
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Spend the Holidays at Pensacola Beach
Pensacola is a great destination for a family vacation this Holiday season. Among the beautiful white sand beaches and emerald waters you’ll find brand-new posh Hotels and 4-star restaurants. Not to mention attractions and entertainment as far as the eye can see. Pensacola appeals to...
Wednesday, December 03, 2008 |
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Come Home for the Holidays to Panama City Beach
Panama City invites you ‘Home for the Holidays’ this winter season. From Thanksgiving through mid-December downtown Panama City will be hosting this annual event. Take a carriage ride through downtown while listening to carolers. Enjoy extended shopping hours and warm up with some...
Thursday, November 20, 2008 |
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Destin Hot Spot: The Village of Baytowne Wharf
The Village of Baytowne Wharf welcomes winter with a season of entertainment and adventure. If you want to spend your Holidays in a tropical wonderland, this is the place to be.
Located in Sandestin Resort, the Village of Baytowne Wharf is the meet-and-greet place for all...
Saturday, November 15, 2008 |
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The Pensacola Fair is Near
Pensacola Interstate Fair is coming to town. That’s right, get ready to feel like a kid again! Ten whole days of old-fashion family fun begins October 16th through the 26th. Located on West Mobile Highway in Pensacola, it is the largest and most exciting event held on the Gulf...
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 |
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PCB Hot Spot: Pier Park
Pier Park is the latest hot spot of the Emerald Coast. This open-air regional lifestyle center brings shopping, restaurants, and tourist attractions to the Panama City Beach area. With nearly 900,000 square feet of outdoor amusement and breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, it’s...
Thursday, October 09, 2008 |
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Midnight Madness at Silver Sands Factory Stores
After a full day of eating, watching football and spending time with family on Thanksgiving, the race is on for the best deals in holiday shopping. According to the National Retail Federation, 66 million people shopped on the day after Thanksgiving last year, also called Black Friday...
Tuesday, October 07, 2008 |
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Annual Best Of Emerald Coast Celebration
Meet this year’s winners who were voted Best Of by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine at the 2008 Best of the Emerald Coast event on October 18, from 6 – 10:30 p.m. Winners will be on display along the main street of Destin Commons showing everything from best...
Monday, October 06, 2008 |
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Destin Fishing Rodeo Welcomes All Kinds
It’s “Game On” for the Destin Fishing Rodeo. “I think there’s a competition going on for that first fish,” Rodeo executive director Helen Donaldson said Tuesday morning. In the last couple of weeks, “There has been some people talking smack about catching the first fish,” she said....
Wednesday, October 01, 2008 |
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PCB Seafood, Wine & Music Festival
The idea is simple - a celebration of the wonderful array of local area seafood prepared by local chefs merged with local and nationally acclaimed wines, entertainment and vendors with a special focus on families.
The Panama City Beach Seafood, Wine & Music Festival is...
Wednesday, October 01, 2008 |
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Perfect Fall Performances
Come to Pensacola Beach October 4 and 5, hop on the Art and Wine Special trolley, and take a trip through the Beach's six wine tastings. You can go to as many or as few as you want with the wine tastings, compliments of the Beach
Chamber of Commerce sponsors. The only requirement...
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 |
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Mako My Day
Afunny thing happened on the way to fish for grouper for the 2007 Destin Fishing Rodeo. Capt. Robert Hill hauled in the largest fish ever caught in the 59-year history of the Rodeo — an 844.4-pound short fin mako shark.
His boat, Twilight, hauled the monster back to the dock...
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 |
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Watch the Blues & Play by the Rules
Gas up the car, head out early and pack plenty of water, sunscreen and common sense if you plan to attend the Pensacola Beach Blue Angels Air Show.
That’s the advice of safety officials gearing for the Red, White and Blues week that culminates Saturday with the main event....
Monday, July 07, 2008 |
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Second Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner
Local celebrities can be found “Somewhere in Time” at the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Area Council’s Second Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner, August 14, 2008, at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa.
“Celebrities” throughout Greater Walton Area and the...
Monday, July 07, 2008 |
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Vacations Must Go On for Destin Tourists
Most markets are feeling the effects of the faltering economy by now, but tourism in Destin still seems to be running strong. “In the long run, I don’t think people will do anything much different,” said Brad Davis, a former local visiting from Flower Mound, Texas.
The...
Saturday, July 05, 2008 |
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Traditional Southern Fare is Tops at Cock of the Walk
Any restaurant wishing to channel a theme could be inspired by the vehemence of Cock of the Walk. Echoing its idiomatic name, Cock of the Walk flaunts its Mississippi Riverboat persona with a wide theatrical range.
Located off East Nine Mile Road near University Parkway, the...
Friday, July 04, 2008 |
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4th of July Fireworks Schedule
Everyone is looking forward to a spectacular fireworks display this July 4th along the Florida Gulf Coast. In some spots, the excitement begins July 3rd and continues through the 5th.
The Pensacola Beach fireworks display is on Friday, July 4th at dusk over the Santa...
Tuesday, July 01, 2008 |
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SUMMERFEST IS THE BEST!
The festival is planned for Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays and will feature live entertainment, fabulous dining, exciting art, and spectacular fireworks all in a family-friendly atmosphere. Most events are free to the public. You don’t have to wait for the 4th of July to wear...
Thursday, June 19, 2008 |
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Destin Supports Beach Restoration
“If you could get 34 percent to turn out for an election in the county, you’d say we’d set some kind of record,” Destin homeowner Terry Trojan says.
Trojan told the Destin City Council Monday that by that standard it’s great news that 34 percent of the beachfront homeowners...
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 |
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Dizzy with excitement-Vertigo opens its doors to Destin teens
There are plenty of 21-and-over establishments in town, but some say that local teens deserve a venue of their own.
Enter Vertigo, a place for teens to hang out, dance, shoot pool and enjoy their favorite cuisine.
“It’s been in the works for a while,” Kim...
Saturday, June 14, 2008 |
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Harborwalk Village Now Welcomes Tourists & Residents
The pace of HarborWalk seems to be more of a run. A month ago, visitors to the construction zone at the foot of Marler Bridge and in the shadow of Emerald Grande would walk through piles of sand under hulking structures with no facades. A half-built lighthouse that will be a...
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 |
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Emerald Coast Honored for Restoring Its Beaches
Everyone knows that the Emerald Coast has great beaches, but now the area has an award to prove it.
The seven miles of nourished shoreline in western Walton County and the City of Destin won the 2008 Best Restored Beaches Award from the American Shore and Beach Preservation...
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 |
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Choose Your Adventure in the Pensacola Bay Area
From white-sand beaches and deep Gulf waters to flourishing forests and serene creeks, Pensacola's storybook setting inspires both nature lovers and thrill seekers to explore their wild side and create their own adventure.
Northwest Florida, one of six national hotspots for...
Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
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New Miss Destin Crowned
Irony was definitely in the air on Saturday night at the Destin Community Center. “She looks like Jackie O!” one of the contestants exclaimed as Leah Stuart strutted around backstage in a canary yellow trenchcoat and dark sunglasses. Who knew that before the evening was over she...
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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Beautiful Dune Lakes of South Walton
Downy white and teetering on long black legs, the Ardea alba is belly-deep in the dark water at the lake’s rim. Tiny bulged eyes focus just below the surface, black pupils darting left and right, and then farther right. An iridescent flash cues the primitive bird brain to strike,...
Monday, April 28, 2008 |
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Destin Hot Spot: Fat Clemenza's
If you haven't had the chance to visit Destin's new favorite Italian "hole-in-the-wall" restaurant, Fat Clemenza's, stop everything you're doing and go right now!
The first time I ate was by recommendation of my parents, who said the food was as good or better than our...
Monday, April 21, 2008 |
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Destin Plays Host to Sizzlin' Summer Events
Destin and the Beaches of South Walton have planned the best summer yet! Many new venues and talents grace our events calendar this season.
Experience why Southern Living readers voted Destin favorite family vacation destination and of course... best beaches in the...
Friday, April 11, 2008 |
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IT'S COBIA TIME
What makes Cobia so exciting? Well, it begins with the thrill of the hunt. Captain’s and mates cruise the edge of Destin’s beautiful beaches, using their tuna towers and polarized aided keen vision to search for schools of Cobia. Once they have spotted the target, believe it or not,...
Thursday, March 20, 2008 |
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Big Names Coming to Bigger Destin Commons
The future of one of Destin’s most popular retail hubs took shape Thursday night. Executives from Destin Commons appeared before the Okaloosa County Planning Commission to seek approval for its second phase, expected to break ground this spring. Approval was granted by the...
Saturday, February 16, 2008 |
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An Off-Season Overnight Trip to Destin, Florida
Isn’t it funny how something occasionally comes along at just the right moment? Such was the case before the cold weather set in. We were “waxing nostalgic” for the Florida Panhandle (re: The ReView, February 7, 2008) and thumbing through a Budget Travel magazine. There it was: The...
Saturday, February 09, 2008 |
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Destin Captains Are Happy to Keep Their Snapper Season
A most unusual sight could be seen Thursday afternoon in Panama City Beach — fishermen giving state regulators a standing ovation.
Such was the scene at the end of a nine-hour meeting of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Board of Commissioners Thursday...
Saturday, February 09, 2008 |
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Business and community leaders declare it ‘The Beach’
After 13 months of planning, the previously unknown Coastal Vision 3000 Committee unveiled a plan to unify and strengthen the identity of Okaloosa, Walton, Bay and Gulf counties. Committee chairman Buddy Runnels presented the committee’s proposal for “The Beach” at the Feb. 6 Walton...
Thursday, February 07, 2008 |
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Marina Plans on Norriego Point
It will be at least six months before the Destin City Council can hold development hearings on a proposed Norriego Point marina, City Manager Greg Kisela says.
Kisela told the council Monday that Pointe One LLC’s proposal for a 53-slip marina might receive approval from the...
Wednesday, February 06, 2008 |
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Snapper Showdown
Shawn Phillips has nine reasons to oppose a shorter season and lower bag limit of red snapper in Florida’s waters.
Phillips, the wife of Destin charter boat Capt. Stan Phillips, is the mother of nine and fears for her family and other Destin charter boat families as the...
Saturday, February 02, 2008 |
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Domino's Pizza opens new Pensacola Beach restaurant
Domino's Pizza franchisee, Scott Magnes, owner of the Gulf Breeze Domino's store recently opened a new Domino's Pizza store on Pensacola Beach. The store, located at 5 Via de Luna, opened on December 31and serves the entire Pensacola Beach area and is a completely different concept...
Thursday, January 24, 2008 |
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Rudy Giuliani to barnstorm through Destin
For the second time in less than a month, a GOP candidate for president will make a stop in Destin.
Thursday morning, Republican presidential hopeful and former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani will make a short stop at Destin’s The Donut Hole restaurant to meet with...
Wednesday, January 16, 2008 |
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Dark Park Coming to the Commons?
Next week, Destin Commons is hoping the Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners approves a plan for what would be Destin’s first dog park.
At 9 a.m. on Tuesday, the shopping center’s management will appear before the County Commission to request a change to the Destin Commons...
Wednesday, January 16, 2008 |
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Destin New Orleans Style
If you live in Destin, New Orleans is moving closer — or at least its cuisine is. The well-known New Orleans institutions Pat O’Brien’s, Camellia Grill and Commander’s Palace have all announced that they’ll be opening new locations in Legendary’s HarborWalk Village on Destin...
Saturday, December 01, 2007 |
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World-War II Airplane Show
Later this week, more than 30 vintage World War II warbirds are to descend on Destin. Starting Thursday, Destin’s airport will become the home of the 2nd Joe Max Fly-In, an event put on by local dentist and avid warbird pilot Dr. Joe Carnley and fellow pilot Max...
Wednesday, November 28, 2007 |
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AJ's to Host 60th Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo
The Destin Fishing Rodeo isn’t changing its October address. The Rodeo’s board of directors voted that AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar would, once again, be the host of the 2008 and 2009 Destin Fishing Rodeos.
AJ’s and Legendary’s HarborWalk Marina both submitted bids in August...
Saturday, November 10, 2007 |
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Pensacola Celebrates French Heritage with Mardi Gras
“Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez.” Let the good times roll. Pensacola, the “City of Five Flags,” has been ruled by Spain, France, England, The Confederate States of America and the United States. Come January, the 450-year-old city will be celebrating French style during its Mardi Gras...
Saturday, November 10, 2007 |
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Experience a Pensacola Beach Vacation
Pensacola is just one of the many hot spots in Florida, but it offers up a unique experience that young and old alike can enjoy. A Pensacola vacation is easy to plan. With so much to do, the hard part will be deciding how much you can do during the visit.
Try visiting the...
Thursday, November 01, 2007 |
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Family Fun and Natural Beauty Along the Emerald Coast
If you've lived in Montgomery for more than about a year, you've probably had the opportunity to take a vacation to the Gulf Coast with your family. Those of us who were fortunate enough to grow up within driving distance of the Emerald Coast have made dozens of trips to the beach...
Thursday, November 01, 2007 |
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Summer is OVER… But the FISHING is STILL HOT!
Lucky for all us who love fishing, it is October and the fishing is still fantastic. This month is of course, the Destin Fishing Rodeo. From October 1st thru 31st, you can charter one of the Destin Charter Fleet...
Wednesday, October 17, 2007 |
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Powerboat races roaring into Destin October 29th
The Offshore Powerboat Races are coming back to Destin, Florida this year with the biggest, loudest and fastest powerboats to compete for the Destin World Cup. The seven day event, presented by, Legendary, Inc. and Destin Commons, will be held October 29th through November 4th, 2007...
Thursday, August 23, 2007 |
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One Special Turtle
Even for turtle lovers, some turtle nests are more exciting than others. “This is a very big deal,” Sharon Maxwell of South Walton Turtle Watch said of a nest of Kemp’s ridley turtles that hatched in July in Walton County.“In the years 1998-2006, there have only been 26 (Kemp’s...
Saturday, August 18, 2007 |
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Eat... Drink... Have Fun and do a good thing!
Plan to bring the family down, for a fun-filled evening of low country boil. Sponsored by Coach’s Low Country Brands, Legendary, Inc. and a host of others -- Eat For The Fleet 2007 will feature: Crab, Shrimp, Sausage, Corn, New Potatoes, smoked Pulled Pork and Chips. Beverages will...
Wednesday, August 08, 2007 |
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Thursday Night is Now a Galactic Event on the Harbor
As if fantastic fishing, great food and world class entertainment are not enough, Legendary, Inc. and the Emerald Grande brings an exciting display of Fireworks every Thursday night for all on the Harbor to enjoy. At 8:30 pm every Thursday until September 2nd, the sky and the...
Friday, July 06, 2007 |
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Best Kept Secret #5: Camille's Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Destin is known for its beautiful beaches, challenging golf courses and trendy shops, but when the sun goes down its culinary flare rises. Destin is home to some of the finest dining establishments in the world and the options are endless. From steak to seafood, spaghetti to...
Sunday, July 01, 2007 |
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Destin Gets Voted Best Destination
While we know that Destin is a fantastic vacation destination and home-town, it seems everyone else is catching on too! The June issue of the Birmingham Parent magazine awarded Destin the winner of the favorite "Out of State Destination" category, beating out Walt Disney World, which...
Wednesday, June 20, 2007 |
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Destin Shop Spot: Grand Boulevard
Move over Destin Commons – the Grand Boulevard is on its way to town! Soon to open in the 2007/2008 year, this two-hundred and fifty million-dollar town center with one-hundred and seventy-five thousand square feet of specialty retail and restaurant space is destined to live up to...
Tuesday, June 05, 2007 |
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Destin Hot Spot: The Raven Golf Course
Proficiently combining meticulous attention to detail with a consistent level of exceptional service has awarded this course the honor of being part of the Raven family. To achieve such status, a golf facility must pass a comprehensive annual 136-point inspection. It is required to...
Thursday, May 10, 2007 |
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Big Kahuna's Opens -- Offers New Favors for Locals
As of today, Destin’s Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park is open for the 2007 season, it’s 21st anniversary. The park, which offers 40 water attractions, mini golf, thrill rides, Super Speed Raceway and more spread out across about 25 acres, will open at 10 a.m. today with special...
Saturday, May 05, 2007 |
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Beach Restoration Begins this Weekend
At long last, beach restoration in Destin is ready to begin. City engineer Chuck Meister said that after a Wednesday morning meeting with Great Lakes Dock and Dredge — the contractor of the $28 million Destin/Walton beach restoration project — he was told dredging would begin this...
Saturday, May 05, 2007 |
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Emily Kaltz to reign over 2007 Destin Fishing Rodeo
Emily Kaltz, a 16-year-old junior at Fort Walton Beach High School, was crowned Miss Destin 2007 Saturday night at the Miss Destin Pageant. Standing with her eight fellow contestants on stage in front of an audience of more than 200, Kaltz was all smiles and tearyeyed as master of...
Wednesday, May 02, 2007 |
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Destin City Beach Restoration Days Away
Relief for a stretch of Destin’s beaches is on the way. Greg Kisela, Destin city manager, met Wednesday with representatives from Great Lakes Dock and Dredge, the Chicago-area contractor of the $28 million Destin/Walton County beach restoration project, to discuss when restoration...
Saturday, April 28, 2007 |
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Nine Hope to Be Miss Destin
Rachael Williams isn’t perfect. And she’ll be the first one to tell you that. “I’m always making mistakes and tripping all the time,” the 16-year-old junior at Fort Walton Beach High School says. Yet she knows how to pick up the broken pieces and make the best of any situation. It’s...
Saturday, April 07, 2007 |
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Henderson Park Inn to Reopen
Honeymoons, weddings and an unimpeded view of the Gulf of Mexico. The Henderson Park Inn is re-opening. Once touted as Destin’s only bed and breakfast, the Inn has been closed to paying guests for several years due to hurricane damage and today it’s undergoing major renovations for...
Wednesday, March 21, 2007 |
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Destin Cobia Tournaments 2007
WAKE UP Destin… the winter nap is almost over and it’s time for Cobia Fishing to begin, our signal for another great season of Charter Fishing. Each spring, the watch for Cobia migrating along the Gulf Coast kicks off a grand season of recreational fishing with 100’s of thousands of...
Tuesday, March 20, 2007 |
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Shark Tourney Best of All Ideas
The fate of the Destin Deep Water Shark Tournament could be decided as soon as next month. Dr. Timothy Holcomb, president of the Destin History and Fishing Museum’s board of directors, said when the board meets on March 13, the topic of the hotly contested shark tournament is bound...
Saturday, February 24, 2007 |
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Shark Tournament Uncertain
A shark tournament in Destin in 2007 is not a done deal and the director of the event’s sponsor said its future is “uncertain.” On Tuesday, South Walton businessman and conservationist M.C. Davis, representatives of the regional and national offices of the Humane Society of the...
Wednesday, February 21, 2007 |
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Destin Commons draws millions
More than 11 million people, more than the populations of Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee combined, visited Destin Commons in 2006 — and that number might be a little low. Traffic count statistics from the 2006 calendar year show an estimated 11,282,242 visits to the shopping...
Friday, January 12, 2007 |
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