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June 2015 Blog Posts

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Wild Willy’s Adventure Park Opens in Destin with Jurassic Theme

Sure, they roamed the earth millions of years ago, but we have not lost our fascination with dinosaurs. In fact, the recent release of the Jurassic World movie (now playing at AMC Theater at Destin Commons &  Grand Boulevard 10 ), has everyone buzzing about raptors, triceratops, brontosaurs, and the powerful T-rex that saves the day. Locals are also (read)

Published on Thursday, June 25, 2015
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Finding the Best Destin Vacation Rental

Finding the perfect South Walton or Destin vacation rental can be one of the most challenging and important parts of planning your Destin beach vacation. But when you find the perfect rental, everything else just falls in place. That’s why our team of experienced vacation specialists are here to simplify the process and help guests find the luxury rental home (read)

Published on Wednesday, June 24, 2015
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Bud & Alley's Adds Farm-to-Table Breakfast Menu

Looking for a new breakfast spot in South Walton? Look no further, Bud & Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant on Scenic Highway 30A in Seaside, FL has added a farm-to-table inspired breakfast menu to its already popular lunch and dinner offerings. The Bud & Alley’s culinary team traveled the coast and throughout New York City sampling various breakfasts and (read)

Published on Monday, June 22, 2015
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Summer Savings on Destin Vacation Rentals Begins Aug 3

Many of our families like to enjoy one more trip to the beach before the kids go back to school and we want to make it easy (and affordable) to take an August beach vacation along the Emerald Coast. Whether you make it a return trip or simply wait to enjoy a late summer Florida beach vacation, guests who stay with Newman-Dailey between Aug. 3 and (read)

Published on Friday, June 19, 2015
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Happy Father's Day! Celebrate Dad with a Brunch Cruise on the Solaris

We want to wish all the Dads a wonderful and gratifying Father’s Day! We know you work tirelessly to provide for your family and now it’s the family’s turn to celebrate you. Hopefully, with a Destin beach getaway for Father’s Day.   If so, our friends at the SunQuest Cruises have planned a very special Father’s Day Cruise for Dads and their (read)

Published on Thursday, June 18, 2015
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Gulfarium Opens Renovated Stingray Exhibit

Looking for fun things to do with the kids in Destin? Consider checking out the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park. With their new baby dolphin and renovated Stingray Bay, it is definitely worth the trip. If you watch National Geographic, you probably know that stingrays like to bury themselves in the sand on the seafloor, camouflaging themselves from (read)

Published on Wednesday, June 17, 2015
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Free Admission to Topsail Hill State Park

Great news for our nature loving guests! Beginning in June, regular day-use admission fees to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Santa Rosa Beach will be waived through a reimbursement program administered by Visit South Walton (VSW). If you haven’t visited Topsail Hill State Park, you’re in for a treat. The park features 3.2 miles of white sand beaches (read)

Published on Tuesday, June 16, 2015
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When is the Right Time to Buy Destin Real Estate?

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a home in Destin, FL, according to Realtor.com this may be it. The online real estate services company recently released their inaugural "Cost Report" outlining the financial penalties of delaying home ownership in today’s market.    Anticipating projected increases in interest rates (read)

Published on Sunday, June 14, 2015
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Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic, June 17-21

Whether you like to catch fish, eat fish or just watch the pros weigh fish, we think you’ll enjoy the annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic, June 17-21, 2015.    Ranked the fifth richest billfish tournament in the world by Marlin Magazine , the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic is held in Miramar Beach, Florida at the Sandestin Marina. & (read)

Published on Thursday, June 11, 2015
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Florida Panhandle Ranked Among the Top 5 Favorite Golf Destinations for Value

 Destin is a popular family beach vacation spot, and we know that many Dads enjoy spending a day on the links during the Destin beach vacation. We also know Dad is all about value and stretching the family’s vacation budget.    So we were thrilled to hear that in a recent survey of nearly 6,000 golf enthusiasts by Golf Magazine that (read)

Published on Tuesday, June 9, 2015
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South Walton’s Coastal Dune Lakes Featured in PBS Documentary

One of the reasons South Walton's Scenic Highway 30A is so special is that it is home to 15 rare coastal dune lakes. Lakes such as these are only found in a few other places around the world, including remote parts of Africa and Australia. Like the Florida Everglades, Florida’s Coastal Dune Lakes need protection and conservation. In support (read)

Published on Monday, June 8, 2015
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Pirates Invade This Weekend at the Billy Bowlegs Festival

Ahoy Matey! It’s that time of year! Yes, time for summer Florida beach vacations, but it’s also time for the Annual Billy Bowlegs Festival , June 4-8.  The dastardly Billy Bowlegs has been seen off the shores of the Emerald Coast and he’s planning to dock his ship at the Fort Walton Beach Landing. On Friday, June 5 head to Fort Walton Beach landing (read)

Published on Friday, June 5, 2015
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Top 30A Event, Digital Grafiti, June 5 & 6

If you’re in South Walton this weekend, you’re in for a real treat! It’s the annual Digital Graffiti Festival in Alys Beach (and there is nothing quite like it anywhere in the world)! As one of the leading South Walton June events, Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach is a one-of-a-kind projection art festival where artists use the latest digital technologies (read)

Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
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15 Benefits of a Vacation Rental at the Beach

When researching a family vacation, there are many considerations, including where to stay. While many travelers immediately think of staying in a hotel, some families, including the Turners, have discovered the many benefits of staying in a vacation rental. Jessica Turner is a mom, a wife, a full-time working professional who loves spending time (read)

Published on Tuesday, June 2, 2015
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30A Adventure Camps & Kids Nights Out

Your beach vacation is right around the corner and you’re planning your escape. Of course, you're planning for lots of beach time and relaxing with family and friends, but consider planning some activities for the kids, and a special night out for the adults. The 30A Learning Academy, located at Gulf Place in Santa Rosa Beach, offers Adventure Camps (read)

Published on Monday, June 1, 2015

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