Destin

 

Destin: “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” on the Emerald Coast of the Northwest Florida Panhandle.

 

A short drive from most major metropolitan areas in the Southeast with stunning beaches, challenging golf courses, and world-famous fishing define the city of Destin and the Emerald Coast. On the Gulf of Mexico in Northwest Florida, Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar white sand beaches and emerald green waters. Due to its plentiful and always-hungry underwater population, Destin is widely known as the “world’s luckiest fishing village.” 

 

No longer a secret for only those in the Deep South, this non-typical fishing village has grown into so much more than simply watching fishing charters unload their catch of the day and stroll on the sugar white sand beaches, clear emerald green water. Destin also harbors world-class resorts and rentals, and some of the best shopping and dining. Flying into the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport makes it easy to reach the Florida Panhandle vacation destination.

 

With an abundance of outdoor activities, Destin offers something for everyone! Paddleboarding, boating, scuba diving, golfing, listening to live music watching weekly fireworks displays and more are available the majority of the year. Wine, Art, and Beer Festivals are fan favorites and the month of October hosts the annual Fishing Rodeo. Water parks, bumper boats, miniature golf, laser tag, go-karting, zip lining, and rock climbing are many of the activities enjoyed by families. Catch a deep sea fishing charter, or dolphin cruise, or head out on a Pirate Ship cruise for the kiddos. Grab a bite and watch the sunset while enjoying fresh catch from one of the many waterfront restaurants. Destin continues to be a great investment for those who desire the beach lifestyle. Come enjoy the laid-back lifestyle.

 

 

Emerald Bay – Destin Florida’s Best Valued Golf Course Community

 

Emerald Bay is a prestigious golf course community centrally located along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay between Destin and the Beaches of South Walton. Destin Florida has long been a vacation destination known for superior golf courses, and that tradition is exemplified in the beautiful Emerald Bay Golf Club. In 2014 The Emerald Bay golf course underwent a complete renovation.  The recently renovated Clubhouse features a full-service golf pro shop as well as ‘The Grille’, which offers a delicious menu, full bar, indoor dining and an outdoor covered porch with fireplace overlooking the 18th green.

 

In addition to world-class golfing opportunities, Emerald Bay offers a wonderful residential community with affordable homes and is conveniently located close to beaches, shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment. Homeowners in Emerald Bay have access to the community swimming pool and the two Rubico tennis courts.

 

Emerald Shores is a gated community located just off Scenic Gulf Drive in Destin with 94 Caribbean style stucco homes and only a short walk or tram ride to the private beach access. Convenient walking distance to popular restaurants like Kenny D’s (try their grouper sandwich), Captain Dave’s on the Gulf, and Pompano Joe’s. Community amenities include 2 pools, a tennis court, basketball goal, and a shuffle board. 

 

 

 

Family Friendly! Located just North of Airport Road and Main Street in Destin, this no-HOA, lakefront neighborhood features two community parks, one of which includes a private playground. Kell-Aire Gardens is within walking distance to Destin Elementary School, and a quick 3 minute drive to Winn-Dixie, Target, a large choice of restaurants, and more!

 

 

Dewey Destin’s – The Destin family and Destin, Florida have been intertwined since Dewey’s great, great grandfather, Leonard Destin, founded the town in 1835. The adventure began a few years earlier when Leonard, his father George, and his brother William set out from New London, Connecticut with three ships and ran into a hurricane near Cape Canaveral, Florida.

 

Today the Destin family and friends, using original Destin and Gulf Coast recipes, are proud to serve seafood and other favorite area side dishes to local friends and out-of-town guests alike. While we maintain a casual atmosphere, we are serious about great tasting food. Therefore, Dewey makes it a practice not to use food warming lamps which he feels turns quality fish into chewy and rubbery leftovers. Only when the food is just right do we bring it to your table, which sometimes means that certain items may arrive before others are ready (especially when busy). Please relax, enjoy the view, the weather, the company of fellow diners, and remember our promise as various portions of your order arrive. Check out their newest location in navarre beach. Visit their website.

 

 

Harbor Docks – Harbor Docks has been a Destin seafood restaurant tradition since 1979. When you’re looking for fresh seafood and exceptional customer service, and highly competitive pricing, look no further, they’ve been offering fresh food local seafood, since the restaurant’s inception. Their food is made from scratch, and our seafood comes from our own wholesale market. If you’re considering seafood in Destin, Harbor Docks is the place you want to be. (many of their employees come from two generations of the same families). Dine here and you know you’re in Destin! Visit their website.

 

 

Chans Wine World– Wine World was founded in 2000 by Chan Cox with its first location in Destin. Wine World’s unparalleled selection of premium quality wines, beers and liquors at highly competitive pricing is a direct result of founder Chan Cox’s passion to bring to Northwest Florida the very best selection of quality products that the world has to offer.

 

Wine World is Northwest Florida’s most successful and influential full-service retailer of fine wine, spirits, and beer. They also provide a selection of gourmet foods, cheeses and accessories from Pensacola to Panama City Beach, providing unique dining experiences with award-winning wine lists. Visit their website.