Destin Blog - December 2011
Saturday, December 31, 2011
What's your resolution? We resolve to walk the beach more often; let our family, friends, coworkers, guests and owners know how much we appreciate them; and focus on achieving our 100% performance guarantee. We look forward to continuing to provide warm welcomes and making your dreams a reality in 2012. Stay tuned for our special 2012 celebrations package.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Time is running out to enter to win a Kodak underwater video camera! Simply "like" us on Facebook and register. It's going to be a winning year and you could start your year off as our big winner. Click here to register. Contest ends Dec. 31!
Friday, December 23, 2011
Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone joy and happiness this holiday season and peace and prosperity for the New Year!
We look forward to welcoming you and making your dreams a reality for those BIG celebrations in 2012. Start by making plans for a romantic escape in February and ask about our romance package with champagne and roses.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Millions of people work from home.
Based on the latest American Community Survey data, just over two percent of the U.S. employee workforce (2.8 million people) consider home their primary place of work. If you're in this category,
Newman-Dailey Resort Properties
invites you to try a "New Dailey Routine" and enjoy the benefits of a month-long stay in a Destin beach condo or home along Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast.
The "New Dailey Routine" features vacation rentals with a desk and WiFi. Newman-Dailey Resort Properties offices may be used for basic office needs, including printing, photo copies, and faxes for a nominal fee. Monthly rental rates begin at $975 for a one bedroom gulf view condo. If you'd benefit from a change of scenery, call us 1-800-225-7652 and we'll find the perfect rental home/office to accommodate you. Or click here to view our vacation rentals online.
We hope you'll be able to make this one of your New Year's Resolutions!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
If you're still struggling on a gift idea for that last person on your list, consider a South Walton or Destin, FL locally made product. Our friend, Byron Chism, reminds us that Bad Byron's Butt Rub or Unca Duke’s Geaux Jus seasoning is great for those foodies on your list. Did you know that we have local beer? Your sibling may enjoy a six-pack from Grayton Brewing Co. Not a beer drinker, give a bottle of Chautauqua Winery's Emerald Sunset Red or Emerald Sugar Sands White. Of course, we're also a fan of the locally made art and jewelry. Time is running out!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Happy Hanukkah to our many friends lighting the first candle of the menorah tonight. In recognizing this annual celebration of lights, we are reminded of traditional holiday feasts and delicious Hanukkah dishes, including crispy latkes, Challah Bread, Kugel, and
suphganiots. Yum! Here's to celebrating miracles and spending time with family and friends!
Monday, December 19, 2011
Just hear those sleigh bells ringling, jing, ting-tingling too. Come on its lovely weather for a boat ride together with you. One of our favorite boat rides is aboard the Southern Star Dolphin Cruise. The original dolphin cruise in Destin, FL, the Southern Star is the area's most popular cruise, featuring up close viewing of dolphins, seabirds and a variety of other marine life. Captain Cliff and Captain Steve are extremely knowledgeable and the two-hour, relaxing cruise is a fun excursion for the whole family. As part of the Newman-Dailey Gift Card, guests staying in a qualified rental receive one complimentary admission aboard the Southern Star. Happy boating!
Friday, December 16, 2011
The holidays always make us nostalgic. One of our favorite places to relive historic celebrations is with the annual
Eden State Gardens
Candlelight Tour taking place Saturday, Dec. 17 at 5:30 p.m. It is a spectacular sight to see the Wesley House decorated in holiday splendor. Upon arrival, you'll be
greeted by Civil War re-enactors in period garb and , after the tour is completed, the Friends of Eden will be providing refreshments in the pavilion.
If you miss the Eden Tour, head up to historic DeFuniak Springs for Christmas Reflections. The beautifully decorated, historic Victorian-style homes surrounding Lake DeFuniak are reminiscent of Christmases long ago. The whole family will enjoy driving (or walking) around the lake to view more than 3 million lights and holiday decorations. The display opens each evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and admission is only $3 per person, with children 6 and under free. Ride in style with
Sunshine Limousine
, offering special package rates for holiday excursions from Destin and South Walton.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Do you still have friends and family members on your list that you haven't found the perfect gift for? It may be time to visit the quaint shops and galleries around South Walton and Destin, FL. Located just west of Seagrove on Scenic Hwy 30A in Seaside,
The Shops of Ruskin
feature unique boutiques and art galleries. Each
store sells a variety of arts-related offerings and one-of-a-kind fine art paintings, prints, jewelry, garden objects and clothing.
“The 12 Shops of Christmas” may have just ended but the festive deals didn't.
Another great shop is Fusion Art Glass in Seaside and in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. Representing more than 100 glass artists from around the world, it's a great spot to find spectacular one-of-a-kind pieces and jewelry.
Not local? We invite you to stay in one of our South Walton
luxury vacation homes
or condos along Scenic 30A in Blue Mountain Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Seacrest or Seagrove Beach, FL to take advantage of these great deals. Come stay with us two night or more now through Dec. 31 and you'll receive a $50 gift card for Silver Sands Factory Stores. Happy Holidays!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
We love that there is ice skating in Destin, FL! The ice skating rink at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin is the perfect opportunity to have some family fun and get in the winter spirit. Stay in one of our Destin condos or villas at Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort and you'll be just minutes from the action.
Friday, December 09, 2011
We are humbled and honored to get the news that Newman-Dailey Resort Properties has been selected "Best Vacation Rental Service" by the readers of Destin Magazine. The first annual "Readers Choice Awards" appropriately named, BESTIN DESTIN, invited readers to name their local favorites.
We are proud of our commitment to excellence and it is so rewarding to know that our hard work and dedication was felt by our guests and the community. Thank you to everyone who voted! Check us out on pg. 101 of Destin Magazine.
Thursday, December 08, 2011
Seaside Repertory Theatre
is helping us get in the holiday spirit with their holiday production "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and then some!)" performed every Thurs-Sat now through Christmas in Seaside, Florida. This fast-paced comedy keeps the audience laughing out loud as the cast barrels through holiday traditions and tales from across the globe.
We are thrilled to have a professional community theatre group right here in the Destin area. Stay at one of our
South Walton properties
to be close to the action.
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
We're glad to be in Destin, Florida where the white powder is sand, not snow! One of our favorite pastimes is taking a long walk on the soft, sugar white sand beaches. And it's good for your heart! A Harvard Study shows that walking a moderate pace (3 mph) just 30 minutes a day can reduce the risk of heart disease in women by as much as 40%. So come walk the beach in preparation for all the indulgent holiday feasts and treats. You'll be glad you did!
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Calling all runners and walkers! The
7th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
33rd
Annual Jingle Bell Jog
10k/5k fun run/walk is this Sat., Dec. 10. in Destin, Florida. The fun run begins at 8 a.m. at Uptown Station and there will be music, food and fun after the race.
We're having balmy weather today in Destin, Florida and the forecast for Saturday calls for sunny skies and highs in the '60's. We still have availability in gulf
front vacation rentals
this weekend so grab your walking/running shoes and come on down.
Monday, December 05, 2011
December is the season of giving and we're giving some great Destin vacation deals
for new and returning guests. We're also proud to be supporting local charities. One of our favorites during the holidays is the Toys for Tots program. A program of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Toys for Tots collects new, unwrapped toys and distributes them as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Here in Destin, Florida, the Emerald
Coast Toys for Totsis an easy way to support less fortunate children experience the joy of Christmas. There are many local drop off locationsin Destin & South Walton. Join us in dropping off an unwrapped gift and make a difference in child's life.
Friday, December 02, 2011
Since it's now December, we're looking for ways to get into the holiday spirit here in Destin, Florida and nothing says Florida Christmas like the annual Lighted Boat Parade, Dec. 4, along the Destin Harbor. The spectacular parade of boats adorned with holiday decor and beaming in the glow of Christmas lights makes its way through the harbor at 6 p.m. The harbor will be bustling with area fishing boat captains and local boat owners as they line up for the festive, colorful holiday parade. Plan to get there early and find the perfect spot, either on the docks or inside a restaurant. The parade judges will be upstairs at Harry T's if you want to be in the heart of the action. Or enter your boat and join the parade ($25 entry fee). Boats start lining up at 5 p.m. and parade starts at 6 p.m.