Sleep Inn in Destin, FL

By Destin Florida Insider on January 3, 2010

Sleep Inn in Destin, Florida has much to offer vacationers on a budget. Their rates are extremely reasonable and they provide clean and pleasant rooms with cable television, free hi-speed Internet, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator and iron.

The beach is only a mile away from this Destin hotel and just across the street is Silver Sands Outlet, a huge shopping outlet with over 100 brand name shopping opportunities. Many restaurants, mostly fast food, are within walking distance from the Sleep Inn hotel in Destin, FL. There is also a nice grocery store across the street to stock up your small refrigerator and snack shelves.

Their complimentary breakfast offers a variety of choices including fruit, bagels, muffins, cereal, juice, milk, and of course, coffee. They keep the breakfast bar stocked and fresh so there is always plenty to choose from. The guest rooms are roomy and provide comfortable beds and dependable air conditioning. Guests love to comment on the great water pressure in the showers. And of course, the staff is always available to make your stay the best possible.

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Fort Walton Beach

By Destin Florida Insider on December 17, 2009

Fort Walton Beach near Destin, FL is most famous for its beautiful white sandy beaches. Just ‘down the road’ from Destin, it is the perfect location for those travelers wishing to enjoy the gorgeous Emerald Shores in a peaceful atmosphere with southern manners. This quaint city offers many interesting events throughout the year such as its renowned Billy Bowleg’s Festival, with pirates, parades and fireworks. Year-round fishing is an attraction for many visitors to this area. They are also known for their great restaurants, lodging choices and the Indian Temple Mound Museum with a historic walking tour. The Air Force Armament Museum at Eglin Air Force Base and the Okaloosa Island Boardwalk and Fishing Pier are popular attractions as well.

There are many great options for lodging. The Best Western Fort Walton Beachfront is a funky boutique style hotel with playful art deco design. Destin West Beach & Bay Resort offers luxury condominiums with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico from their Gulfside units, while the Bayside condos overlook Choctawhatchee Bay. The Breakers is a favorite of many visitors to the area, with their great service and outstanding sights. And the newly renovated Emerald Coast Inn and Suites is popular for its vast amenities and great value.

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Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

By Destin Florida Insider on December 15, 2009

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a large luxury beach resort located about eight miles east of Destin, Florida is described as a world of its own. Its resorts offer a wide range of accommodations to satisfy various tastes and budgets. The 2,400 acre resort covers a twenty-six mile stretch and provides seven miles of beachfront for guests to enjoy.

Within the Sandestin resort, visitors will find 30 wonderful neighborhoods with over 1,600 villas, townhomes, condominiums, vacation rentals, and hotel accommodations to choose from. Guest will also discover an abundance of specialty shopping, children’s activities, terrific restaurants, golf courses, tennis courts, nightclubs, bars and a marina. Sandestin is truly a self-contained vacation spot where visitors can easily remain for their entire vacation.

The accommodations and vacation rentals in Sandestin are divided into four separate and unique areas ranging in price from an affordable $100 per night up to an extravagant price of around $600.

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Olin Marler’s Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises

By Destin Florida Insider on December 13, 2009

Two of the most popular activities in Destin, FL are deep sea fishing and dolphin cruises. Olin Marler’s Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises does a really nice job of providing both. Their customers like the fact that they provide high quality and friendly service at a reasonable price.

With its seven boats, Marler’s has the largest fishing fleet in Destin. They run daily dolphin cruises from the Hannah Marie and the Miss Florida. If you get hungry while on your 2-hour narrated cruise, a snack bar is available onboard. The cabin has heat and air conditioning, and of course they have restrooms. The cruise travels the Destin Harbor, then through the East Pass into the Gulf of Mexico, and to the Bay. Cruises are available for early morning, noon, or sunset.

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Just Chute Me! Parasailing in Destin, FL

By Destin Florida Insider on December 12, 2009

“If you can sit, you can fly!” That’s what the terrific crew at Just Chute Me! parasailing in Destin, Florida will tell you. That’s all you have to do, just sit and let them do the rest. Parasailing is not what it used to be. You no longer have to take off from the beach or water to go parasailing in Destin, FL. At Just Chute Me! you will take off and land right on the boat. First they will fit you with a parasail harness and seat you on the deck at a place next to your parasailing partner. Then you sit and wait as you are gently launched and retrieved with a hydraulic winch system. It’s that easy!

Depending on weight and wind conditions, guests will parasail in groups of two or three. So those that get a little nervous can ride with a friend right beside them to help with those jitters. You even get to decide if you get wet or not. Just let the captain know and he can see to it.

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Mobile Scooter Rental in Destin, FL

By Destin Florida Insider on December 11, 2009

Those Destin vacationers who rent scooters while in Destin, Florida usually go back home proclaiming it to be the most fun they had during the entire trip. Mobile Scooter in Destin, FL is located across the street from the Destin Harbor and just past the Destin Bridge. Chris and Mistelle Langen are the owners of Mobile Scooter and provide the friendliest service you will find anywhere. They have two goals in their business at Mobile Scooter. The first is to provide an affordable, fun thing to do in Destin and the second is to make you smile!

Whether you’re an experienced rider or it’s your first time, this is a great way to spend a few hours or even a day in Destin. Before you go out on your own, Chris is there to teach the ropes of riding and and to offer terrific suggestions on where to go and what to do. He often goes out and rides with groups who invite him. Whatever your need, Chris tries to oblige.

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Henderson Beach State Park & Campgrounds

By Destin Florida Insider on December 10, 2009

Henderson Beach State Park in Destin, Florida offers a convenient location to enjoy 6,000 feet of beautiful white sandy beaches on the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The park provides a great place to set up on the beach, soak up the sun and swim in the cool waters. It’s also great for fishing from the boardwalk, hiking the nature trail or just walking on the beach. Bring a bicycle and enjoy riding on the mile long paved road of the park.

Since many of the beach areas in Destin, FL are considered private and are reserved for guests of hotels that sit on them, Henderson Beach offers a great place to enjoy the best beaches Destin has to offer. For the small fee of $6 per car, visitors can park their car for the day as they enjoy a fun filled time on the beach. Park hours are conveniently set at 8 am to sunset daily.

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Kitchenique Gourmet Kitchen Shop

By Destin Florida Insider on December 9, 2009

When vacationers begin making plans to travel to Destin, Florida a gourmet kitchen shop is the last thing on their minds. And you might think it quite odd for it to be listed here as one of the top ten things to do in Destin. It may take a trip to Kitchenique for you to really grasp this idea. And be sure you drive to the right location as they recently moved from Sandestin to Destin. They’re conveniently located in the City Market plaza on Emerald Coast Parkway to provide a more central location for their customers.

Thoughts of a gourmet kitchen shop will bring images of kitchen utensils, coffees, teas, wine gadgets and cookbooks to mind. And you will finds lots of that at Kitchenique in Destin, FL. Visitors to Destin love coming here to find all these luxury kitchen “essentials.” This is one of those true gems where it is really fun to browse and look for a long time. You’re sure to find at least a few items you must take back home with you. It is also a great place to purchase wine while you’re in town.

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The Beach Walk Restaurant in Destin, FL

By Destin Florida Insider on December 2, 2009

The Beach Walk Restaurant in Destin, FL is a great place for an intimate dinner for two, a special occasion or just excellent food with a group of friends. This adult-only, fine dining restaurant has recently moved just a short distance from its original location. Chef Tim Creehan has reopened his highly admired restaurant in the perfect beachside location, along with a slight name change. Beach Walk is now located at the Henderson Park Inn overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Gulf.

Chef Creehan has garnered quite a reputation throughout his career and has served many celebrities. Among those are Debra Winger, Cybil Shepherd and Timothy Hutton. Creehan also served as Chef de Cuisine at the wedding of Vince Gill and Amy Grant. His rise in reputation can be attributed to exquisitely appetizing dishes displayed with elegance. This chef’s creed is to “Secure the best and freshest. Prepare with style, simply.” And that is exactly what he does. While only in his early forties, Creehan is a Certified Executive Chef, teacher, inventor, author and a contributor to his community.

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McGuire’s Irish Pub and Brewery in Destin, FL

By Destin Florida Insider on December 1, 2009

When you visit Destin, McGuire’s Irish Pub and Brewery is one of the “Must-Do” places to go. This New York Irish Saloon style pub is a bit touristy, but also very unique, interesting and lots of fun. It has a character all of its own, from the expansive menus, to their themed rooms and even their very own brewed bears.

When you first walk in to McGuire’s, one of the first things you will notice are the many dollar bills hanging from the ceilings and some of the walls. When McGuire and Molly first opened their pub and brewery, Molly took her first tip and tacked it to the back bar for good luck. Her idea caught on and has become a huge tradition at McGuire’s. Customers are welcome to add their own dollar bills with a personal note to the collection. The staff will gladly provide you with a sharpie and a stapler. There are, in fact, thousands of those famed dollar bills hanging throughout this pub!

The restaurant in Destin, Florida is quite huge with 20,000 square feet of themed dining rooms, 400 seats and around 200 friendly staff. Even at this size, there are times that you may have to wait a while for a seat at the very popular locale. They even offer live Irish style entertainment for guests in the later evening hours.

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