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Tips for Staying Cool on the Beach

It’s no secret that Florida’s Emerald Coast is hot! Summers on the beach can be brutal, but we are giving you some tips from locals on how to beat the heat on your next beach vacation.  Water, Water, Water!   Because there tends to be a cool breeze coming off of the Gulf of Mexico, beachgoers can sometimes not realize how hot it really is outside Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 26, 2019

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Best Mexican Restaurants on the Emerald Coast

Along Florida’s Emerald Coast there is no shortage of authentic Mexican cuisine combined with fresh local flavor. That is why we’ve put together a list of the best Mexican restaurants you must-try on your next trip to the panhandle.    1. Burrito Del Sol - This Coastal Mexican restaurant is a local favorite! Serving tasty cuisine such as tacos Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 26, 2019

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Top 5 Insta-Worthy Spots Along 30a

Between unique outdoor landscapes, mouth watering eateries and unparalleled activities, 30a is home to an array of Instagrammable spots. With so many locations aesthetically pleasing enough to snap a perfect photo, we narrowed it down to our top 5 Insta-worthy spots you can’t miss on your next visit to 30a.  Coastal Dune Lakes - Whether you spend Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 19, 2019

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Where to Celebrate Easter on the Emerald Coast

Easter weekend will be a busy one along the Emerald Coast! If you are looking to celebrate with your family, check out some of the events happening throughout the region. Easter Celebrations Easter Eggstravaganza at Destiny Worship Center in Freeport April 20 | 563 Hammock Trail East, Freeport, FL Bluewater Bay Tennis Center Easter Egg Hunt April Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 19, 2019

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Cobia Season on the Emerald Coast

Spring is Cobia season along the Emerald Coast, and it is one of the most sought after fishing seasons in the world’s luckiest fishing village! Cobia is a unique fish found mostly in warm waters and has a one-of-a-kind delicious taste. If you want to catch this seasonal fish on your next vacation to the Emerald Coast, check out the information below Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 12, 2019

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Best Grilled Cheese on the Emerald Coast

Have a craving for a delicious grilled cheese sandwich? Look no further. We’ve found a variety of grilled cheese along the Emerald Coast and have rounded up all of the best places to find them!     Meltdown on 30A Located in the heart of Seaside, this airstream turned food truck is the mecca of grilled cheese. From traditional grilled Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 12, 2019

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Beers Local to the Emerald Coast

Beers Local to the Emerald Coast If you are a beer drinker, you will find no shortage of delicious craft brews on the Emerald Coast! Here are some local beers you can find on your next beach vacation. Destin Brewery This brewery, located in the heart of the Emerald Coast, puts local flavor and style into all of their creations. With names likes Destin Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 5, 2019

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The Beauty of the Emerald Coast

The Beauty of the Emerald Coast Written by: Erika Zambello, Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance   People are drawn to the Emerald Coast for both our stunning scenery and famous angling opportunities. But do you know how these features of our landscape evolved? Scenery Beaches in the Emerald Coast are consistently rated best in the world because of Continue reading

Published on Friday, April 5, 2019