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Resort · Miramar Beach
Overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay, this relaxed beachfront resort is 8 miles from Henderson Beach State Park, and 10 miles from Destin Airport. The bright units feature TVs, whirlpool tubs and full kitchens, as well as free WiFi. Most have private balconies. Amenities include tennis courts, 4 golf courses and 4 outdoor pools, plus a children's play area, a gym and a conference center. There are also multiple dining options.
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Community recommendation calculation: (total stars + 17.5) ÷ (review count + 5). Five prior reviews at 3.5 stars reduce the effect of very small samples. Only published reviews from active, non-demo accounts count.
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Restaurant · Destin
Dewey Destin’s Seafood Restaurant is the original Dewey Destin’s location on Calhoun Avenue, overlooking Crab Island. Guests order seafood at a window and dine in a casual waterfront setting. The menu includes fish and shrimp plates, sandwiches, salads and desserts.
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Restaurant · Rosemary Beach
Casual restaurant and bar on Main Street in Rosemary Beach serving coastal and Southwest-inspired dishes. Cowgirl Kitchen offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including tacos, pizzas, sandwiches, and cocktails, with outdoor patio seating.
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Attraction · Destin
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a water park located in Destin, Florida, United States. It opened in 1986. It is primarily a water park, with over 40 attractions, private cabanas, a half pipe for surfing, and flow boarding.
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Restaurant · Watersound
Upscale eatery with a menu of steakhouse classics and seafood dishes, plus a bar.
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Restaurant · Destin
First Watch in Destin serves breakfast, brunch and lunch at 4427 Commons Drive East in Paradise Key at Kelly Plantation. The menu includes made-to-order breakfast favorites, seasonal dishes, fresh juices and coffee, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options listed. Guests can dine inside or on the outdoor patio, join the waitlist online or order ahead for pickup.
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Beach · Destin
The Barracuda Beach Access is a small public beach entry located at Barracuda Street and Scenic Highway 98 in the Crystal Beach neighborhood of Destin, Florida.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Popular coastal bicycle rental service delivering beach cruisers, tandems, and kid bikes across 30A communities.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant is a chef-owned, family-operated restaurant on US Highway 98 in Santa Rosa Beach. Its Gulf South menu features fish, oysters, shrimp and crab, including wood-fired dishes and raw bar selections. The casual restaurant also offers non-seafood dishes and a children’s menu.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Italian restaurant and artisan bakery in Santa Rosa Beach offering handmade dishes in a small, relaxed dining room. The menu includes specialty pizzas, pasta, chicken and seafood entrées, appetizers, and desserts.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Culver's on Highway 98 West in the Miramar Beach area serves burgers, fresh frozen custard and casual American favorites. The locally operated restaurant offers dine-in and drive-through service, with a rotating Flavor of the Day for frozen custard.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Holi Indian Kitchen in Miramar Beach serves Indian dishes including curries, biryani, naan, and vegetarian selections. Guests can choose their preferred spice level and dine in or order takeout. The restaurant is on Emerald Coast Parkway near Silver Sands Premium Outlets.
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Beach · Santa Rosa Beach
State park offering a boardwalk hike across the dunes to a picturesque beach with white sands
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Hotel · Destin
Home2 Suites by Hilton Destin offers studio and one-bedroom suites with in-room kitchens near public beaches and family attractions. The hotel includes complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center, with pet-friendly rooms available.
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Attraction · Miramar Beach
The Links Golf Club at Sandestin is an 18-hole course designed by Tom Jackson alongside Choctawhatchee Bay and Baytowne Marina. Five bayside holes and four tee options offer scenic play for a range of abilities. The clubhouse is on Sandestin Boulevard North in Miramar Beach.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
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Attraction · Destin
Quaint public park equipped with tennis & basketball courts, picnic tables & a playground.
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Restaurant · Destin
Family-owned seafood restaurant overlooking Destin Harbor, with table service and waterfront dining. Dewey Destin’s Harborside offers seasonal catch-of-the-day dishes, steaks, salads, and other seafood favorites in a casual setting on Harbor Boulevard.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Backwater Tours is a one-of-a-kind eco-tour and stand-up paddle adventure exploring the historic Choctawhatchee Bay and River Basin. If you want to see Florida Panhandle’s untouched nature, call Captain Andy Coleman for an unforgettable experience!
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Restaurant · 30A
Mimmo’s 30A Ristorante Italiano brings Sicilian family recipes to Blue Mountain Beach. This sister restaurant to Mimmo’s Destin serves Italian pasta, pizza, seafood and meat dishes in a dining room that combines rustic brick, wood furnishings and modern farmhouse details. Reservations and private holiday gatherings are available.
