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March 2013 Blog Posts

Dolphins Dance in Destin

One of the fun things to do in Destin, Fla. is to take a dolphin cruise out of the Destin Harbor. We recently hopped aboard Destin's Original Seablaster and were in a for a real treat! We had lots of close encounters with a pod of dolphins. They say dolphins are among the most intelligent animals and we agree. Our dolphin friends appeared to be (read)

Published on Thursday, March 21, 2013
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Another wonderful winter in the Ocean Mist Cottage!

Thanks again to all of you for making our stay in the Ocean Mist and in Destin so great. With what is going on with the weather here in Missouri this week, I think we left a little too soon! The Jacksons from Missouri (read)

Published on Wednesday, March 20, 2013
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Springtime in Destin

We are loving this springtime weather in Destin, Fla. With the beautiful blooming azaleas, we're reminded that this is the time of year for relaxation and rejuvenation. For total R&R in South Walton and Destin, Serenity by the sea spa  is the place to go. The spa offers the ultimate relaxation experience along the Emerald (read)

Published on Monday, March 18, 2013
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Thank you!

Thank you for the fruit basket which we enjoyed.  Also the lunch and Happy Hour at Carrabba's.  Your company does a lot for the Snowbirds and we all appreciate it.  See you next winter!  The Pilchers staying at Jade East Towers. (read)

Published on Friday, March 15, 2013
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Thanks Jessica!

Jessica, Thanks for helping us through this visit. Hope next year will be even better. All of the plants can be put in your yard and they will come back next year.  Enjoy! Be sure Jeanne knows how much the Jade East Snowbirds appreciated the donations to our events. The Youngs from Kentucky (read)

Published on Friday, March 15, 2013
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St. Patty's Day 2013 in Destin

St. Patty's Day Weekend is upon us and we're feeling the luck of the Irish here in Destin, Fla. with lots of fun events for the entire family. On Sat., the 30A St. Patty's Day Parade will kick off at 3 p.m. and spread Irish cheer from Grayton Corners in Grayton Beach to Gulf Place in Santa Rosa Beach.  At the end, you' (read)

Published on Friday, March 15, 2013
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Win A Stay & Tickets to the SoWal Wine Festival!

Lucky #13! 3-13-13! Since today just feels lucky, we wanted to remind you to enter  our New Orleans Magazine contest for your chance to win a stay at Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort AND 2 tickets to the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, April 26-28. Friday is the last day to enter to win , so share your favorite beach (read)

Published on Wednesday, March 13, 2013
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Destin Voted Best Beach for Families

We're honored to receive the news that TravelChannel viewers voted Destin "Best Beach for Families" on TravelChannel.com's recent online poll . With categories including Best Party Beach, Best Romantic Beach and Best Beach for Adventure among many others, we thoroughly agree that Destin, Fla. is Best Beach for Families. Our sugar white (read)

Published on Monday, March 11, 2013
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Spring Kids Camp in Destin

Our friends at the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge are hosting Spring Wild kids camps nearby at the Emerald Grande. The Destin Kids Camps will be held from March 18 - April 5, for grades 1-6. Kids will enjoy lively programs with real marine biologists on topics including dolphins, sharks, sea turtles and other marine animals (read)

Published on Thursday, March 7, 2013
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Stinky's Fish Camp Pompano Tournament

There are many Florida fishing seasons along the Emerald Coast, spring brings an abundance of Pompano. This time of year you'll find menus throughout Santa Rosa Beach and Destin, Fla. filled with different preparations of this deliciously sweet, mild flavored fish . Next month begins the Stinky's Fish Camp Pompano (read)

Published on Thursday, March 7, 2013
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Fun & Games in South Walton

While we're hard at work here in Destin, Fla., we recently learned that our friends in South Walton are playing games. This week Hasbro released the official Visit South Walton MONOPOLY® game .  Fans of South Walton and Scenic Highway 30A now have the opportunity to become the next beach real estate tycoon. Friends and family roll the dice (read)

Published on Tuesday, March 5, 2013
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Spring Wild Kids Camps in Destin

Hooray! It's March, which means Spring is right around the corner. We're busy taking calls and reservations for families making their spring break beach vacation travel plans to the beautiful beaches of South Walton and Destin, Fla. Consider enrolling your kids in the Spring Wild program hosted by the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge at (read)

Published on Friday, March 1, 2013

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