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“I DID IT! FINALLY!” The exhilaration echoed across Choctawhatchee Bay as I conquered my first wakeboarding attempt, riding the smooth water with the boat’s pull. Born and raised in Fort Walton Beach, I have saltwater in my veins and have loved everything about being in or on the water since ...

Destin Boardwalk is a 'must visit' Harborwalk village (a.k.a Destin Boardwalk) is in the heart of Destin, with a lot of attractions, restaurants and shopping. It stretches over the shore with its boardwalk, so it is a good venue to walk around. It also hosts the marina to all fishing ...

Destin, Florida, is a coastal paradise known for its stunning beaches and vibrant culinary scene. Here are some of the restaurants we enjoyed in Destin, offering a diverse range of flavors and dining experiences: McGuire's Irish Pub: A local favorite, McGuire's Irish Pub is not only known for its hearty ...

Destin, Florida, is a sun-soaked haven nestled along the Emerald Coast, known for its pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise Gulf waters. For those seeking a luxurious escape with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, Destin's beachfront resorts stand out as the epitome of coastal elegance and relaxation. Let's explore ...

In preparation for our trip, we had done extensive research on the places we wanted to visit and the route we wanted to take. We had also made reservations for accommodations, car rental, and all the activities we wanted to do. With our plan in mind and excited to start ...

Destin is a vacation destination unknown to many, at the Panhandle of Florida watching the Gulf of Mexico. Destin traces its immediate history to a fisherman, Leonard Destin, who moved here from New London, Conn., and settled in Northwest Florida about 1845. For decades, he and his descendants fished and ...

Fishing from a boat for the first time can be quite a mix of excitement and fear. While heading into deep water is a bit scary the first time, it need not be dangerous or overwhelming. The trick to getting comfortable fishing from a boat is to truly understand the ...

There is great satisfaction in watching the sunset with sand lodged between your toes. That euphoria of ending the day in a paradise with the love of your life while doing the things you love is unmatched. Florida's Emerald Coast is a picturesque paradise compared to holidaying in the Caribbean ...

The Underwater Museum of Art is the first permanent underwater sculpture garden in the U.S. Located in the Gulf of Mexico, off of Walton County, Florida. The museum lies at a depth of 58-feet and 1 mile from the shore of Grayton Beach State Park. Each year, a juried selection of ...

Hiking under the desert sun may not be your favorite vacation but in case you decide to visit Palm Springs one day, I would strongly recommend that you do in May before it gets extremely hot. We took advantage of Memorial Day to make a week long trip. After flying ...