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February 2013 Blog Posts

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Healthy Destin Restaurants

In honor of "American Heart Month," we're told that a healthy diet can greatly reduce the risk of heart disease. Luckily, Destin celebrates a healthy active lifestyle, which is complemented by wonderful health conscious restaurants and vegan cafes in South Walton and Destin, Fla. Here's some of our top picks: In South Walton (read)

Published on Wednesday, February 27, 2013
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Heart Healthy - South Walton & Destin Hiking Trails

We didn't want to let February pass without recognizing it is "American Heart Month," which reminds us of healthy living activities in Destin, Fla. that can help reduce your chances of heart disease. Did you know that South Walton and Destin offer excellent hiking and biking trails? From Scenic Highway 30A through Destin, hikers and bicyclists can (read)

Published on Monday, February 25, 2013
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South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, Apr 25-28

Oh, how we love springtime along the Emerald Coast. Spectacular weather, colorful sunsets and festivals of all kinds. The growing number of Northwest Florida wine festivals gives wine loving travelers another excuse to plan a trip the beach. The South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival will take place April 25 - 28, in Grand (read)

Published on Thursday, February 21, 2013
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30A Wine Festival, March 9-10

We've been focusing on February events and as we near the end of the month, we're fast forwarding to March and April to spotlight the many spring wine festivals planned along the Emerald Coast. On March 9-10, the second annual 30A Wine Festival is returning to Alys Beach. This intimate two-day event takes participants through (read)

Published on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
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Sandestin Gumbo Festival This Weekend!

There is never a shortage of things to do in Destin, Fla. and February features some of the best Emerald Coast events of the year. This weekend we celebrate the best of the bayou at the 24th annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival. On Saturday, gates open to the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin at noon, featuring 19 teams competing (read)

Published on Saturday, February 16, 2013
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Blown Away...

I cannot begin to tell you how much my entire family enjoyed our stay with you at the Villas of Santa Rosa Beach, unit 102B.  Everything was so nice, starting with the lady in your front office. When we got to the property itself, we were blown away by its size, the beauty of the furnishings, how clean it was and the beautiful view. Things (read)

Published on Friday, February 15, 2013
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Valentine Tour of Homes Near Destin Vacation Rentals

Today, we continue highlighting the many fun February South Walton and Destin events. For those with a love of art, interior design and architecture, the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) 2013 Valentine Tour of Homes, Feb. 16 & 17, is a special treat. The CAA's annual event will open the doors to six distinct and diverse (read)

Published on Wednesday, February 13, 2013
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How to Make A Destin Strawberry Mojito Cocktail

Planning a trip to the beach and looking for the perfect beach cocktail, we recommend the Destin Strawberry Mojito. Click here to watch Andi prepare our favorite Destin drink. Ingredients: 4 farm fresh Florida strawberries quartered 1 to 2 mint sprigs with at least 10 leaves total half a lime cut in two 2 tablespoons sugar 1 (read)

Published on Tuesday, February 12, 2013
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Beach Weddings Sparkle

Today, we're taking a break from February festivities to celebrate the season of love and the many brides-to-be. If you or one of your friends/family are in this category, consider a Florida beach wedding along the beaches of South Walton or Destin, Fla. If you're looking for a quaint beach wedding in a classic Florida setting look no (read)

Published on Friday, February 8, 2013
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Bringing Bourbon St. to the Beach

The great February events just keep on coming. This weekend, Feb. 8-10, HarborWalk Village will host the 5th Annual Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration, bringing Bourbon St. to the beach. Let the good times roll with best beach Mardi Gras celebration this side of New Orleans! Mardi Gras in Destin, Fla. doesn't disappoint. On Friday (read)

Published on Thursday, February 7, 2013
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Gains Dyer tournament

I would like to personally thank you , George and Ann for the wonderful weekend you help put together  for  the Gains Dyer tournament.  (Hubert  Kessler ) this last weekend. Having played tennis since the age of seven , USTA Leagues ,  USTA Tournaments for over 40 years  and a  fellow USPTA Professional (read)

Published on Thursday, February 7, 2013
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Hubert Kessler Tournament

Renee, You and your team - George , Ann and your court maintenance staff -  did a wonderful job "Making Everyone's Day" at the Hubert Kessler Tournament . Your courts played great - especially on my three wins!! Your hospitality created a wonderful atmosphere for " fun and games". The Fresh Market sandwiches were perfect for competition (read)

Published on Thursday, February 7, 2013
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Mardi Gras Comes to Destin Commons

This weekend brings the revelry of Mardi Gras to Destin, Fla. On Friday, Feb. 8, Destin Commons brings out all the stops. This magnificent, costumed, beaded and feathered party is all about having a good time! Destin Commons Mardi Gras festivities, include live music, a Cajun boil, arts and crafts, face painting (read)

Published on Wednesday, February 6, 2013
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Seaside Celebrations

February brings a full month of fantastic beachside festivals. Today we're featuring the upcoming events in Seaside, FL, just east of Destin along Scenic Highway 30A. The festivities kick off on Saturday, Feb. 9, with the Seaside Community Yard Sale, located near many of our South Walton and Destin vacation rentals. If (read)

Published on Monday, February 4, 2013
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SoWal & Destin Vacation Rental Valentine's Package

While the Super Bowl is dominating the airwaves and conversations this weekend, we can't help but think ahead to all the great February celebrations to come. Mardi Gras parades, the gumbo cook-off, Seaside Community Yard Sale, the CAA Tour of Homes, and of course, Valentine's Day. We'll be featuring the many February celebrations that (read)

Published on Friday, February 1, 2013

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