Finding your next coastal moment…
A little local discovery
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Casual restaurant and bar in Grayton Beach serving globally inspired beach food and drinks. Chiringo offers a relaxed coastal atmosphere, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices and a location near the beach on Hotz Avenue.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
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Art & Soul 30a is the areas newest boutique. We carry local art and locally made jewelry, crystals and gifts. We are located in old Seagrove, Florida.
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Hotel · Destin
Motel 6 Destin offers budget lodging on Harbor Boulevard in downtown Destin, near the harbor and local beach attractions. Property amenities include an outdoor pool, free parking, coin-operated laundry, and pet-friendly accommodations. Room options and current availability can be checked directly through the motel’s website.
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Attraction · Destin
Big John of Florida Charter Boat Fishing and Tours is a Destin-based fishing charter business that offers deep sea fishing tours to anglers of all skill levels. Established in 1996, the business has a reputation for providing its customers with an outstanding fishing experience. The charter boats are captained by experienced and knowledgeable staff who are passionate about fishing. With their guidance, customers get to explore the best destinations around the Destin area and catch a wide range of fish species. These include red snapper, grouper, tuna, mahi-mahi, and many more. The fishing charters are available for small groups of 6 people to 15 Anglers.
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Restaurant · Seacrest
Casual crepe restaurant in Seacrest along Scenic Highway 30A. Creative Crepes serves sweet and savory crepes and breakfast dishes, with dine-in service and takeout near the shops of the Village of South Walton.
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Attraction · Watersound
Salt Air 30A is a bicycle rental business at 5 Hub Lane in Watersound. Its rental fleet includes beach cruisers, pedal-assist electric bikes and bikes for younger riders, with accessories available for exploring the 30A area. Visit the shop or check its website for rental options and reservations.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Fishing shack–themed eatery serving a variety of seafood-focused dishes, including Sunday brunch.
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Inn · Santa Rosa Beach
Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse is a family-owned retreat in Grayton Beach with individually styled guest rooms and apartments across its garden grounds. Its vintage Florida setting is a short walk from the beach. The on-site café is operated by Raw & Juicy, with breakfast available for purchase.
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Resort · Destin
Jade East Towers offers two- and three-bedroom beachfront vacation condos in Destin. Rentals feature private balconies with Gulf views, with the property across from Big Kahuna’s Waterpark and a short drive from Destin Harbor. Check the property website for current amenity availability and guest updates.
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Venue · Santa Rosa Beach
The Bayou Arts Center is the home of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and a venue for art exhibits, art workshops, meetings, reunions and small events.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Waterfront coffee shop serving fresh, handcrafted beignets and specialty brews.
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Restaurant · Destin
Marina Cafe is a waterfront restaurant overlooking Destin Harbor. Its dinner menu features Gulf seafood, prime steaks, pasta and seasonal dishes, with a wine selection and a separate lounge and bar menu. The restaurant also accommodates private events.
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Beach · Santa Rosa Beach
Beachwood Villas Access is in Seagrove Beach on Scenic 30A across from Beachwood Villas, Somerset Bridge Road, and the Tom Thumb in Seagrove Beach, Florida. There is a bike rack but no car parking, and the access has a shower and quite a long boardwalk to the high bluff overlooking the gulf.
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Attraction · Destin
Kelly Plantation Golf Club is an 18-hole course in Destin that welcomes public play. Golfers can enjoy a coastal setting, a pro shop, and a clubhouse with a covered veranda overlooking the lake and finishing greens. The club also offers membership options and spaces for weddings and special events.
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Venue · Miramar Beach
An open-air shopping, dining and entertainment destination in Miramar Beach, with shops, restaurants and community events.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Louis Louis is a seafood café in Santa Rosa Beach known for its colorful décor, art-filled dining spaces, and patio seating. The menu includes blackened grouper, crab cakes, and shrimp and crawfish pasta, with a full cocktail bar and scheduled live music and events.
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Hotel · Miramar Beach
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Destin – Miramar Beach offers guest rooms and suites on Highway 98 near Silver Sands Premium Outlets. The hotel includes complimentary breakfast and an outdoor swimming pool, with Miramar Beach and area shopping and dining nearby.
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Restaurant · Destin
Empanola Destin is an empanada and coffee shop on Opa-Locka Lane. Its menu combines Latin American flavors and New Orleans-inspired fillings, including Argentine beef, Peruvian chicken and crawfish étouffée, alongside vegetarian choices and sweet empanadas. Espresso drinks, matcha and cold brew are available, with dine-in, pickup, delivery and catering options.
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Hotel · Destin
Spark by Hilton Destin is a hotel on Commons Drive East near Destin Commons and Henderson Beach. Amenities include breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Guests can choose standard rooms or suites with kitchen facilities, with pet-friendly accommodations and EV charging also offered.
