| When most Americans envision a Florida beach | | | | Another of Destin's main attractions is its large |
| vacation, the bright lights of Miami immediately | | | | fishing fleet, claimed by residents to be the largest |
| come into sharp focus. While South Beach is | | | | in the state. The city's nickname is actually "The |
| certainly capable of providing an entertaining, | | | | World's Luckiest Fishing Village", a moniker that |
| glamorous break from the 9-5 grind, the | | | | many tourists can personally attest to. This part |
| well-advised traveler also considers the beaches | | | | of the Gulf Coast supplies some of the finest |
| of the Gulf of Mexico. Each of the Gulf Coast | | | | sport fishing in the country, with marlin and tuna |
| states boasts beautiful white sand beaches, but | | | | boats going out daily. Experienced captains have |
| the best are found on what is commonly referred | | | | honed their fish-finding skills into an art form, |
| to as the "Emerald Coast" of Florida. With | | | | ensuring that the perfect catch is always only a |
| significantly lower prices for food, activities, and | | | | cast away. |
| accommodation than Miami and Fort Lauderdale, | | | | Once you've had your fill of the beach, there are |
| the city of Destin offers a great vacation spot | | | | numerous other opportunities for fun around |
| for your family. | | | | Destin. Wash that salty ocean water off at Big |
| Of the Emerald Coast's 4.5 million annual visitors, | | | | Kahuna Water Park, located close to the city |
| approximately 80% flock to Destin. The city has | | | | center, is a wonderful way to spend the day with |
| undergone an enormous tourism growth spurt | | | | your family. For those inclined towards shopping, |
| since the first condominiums were built in the | | | | the Destin Commons is a world-class mall, with |
| 1970's. Visitors can stay in a wide array of hotels | | | | almost a hundred fashion, furniture, and specialty |
| and motels, with options ranging from inexpensive | | | | stores. For those scorching hot days, the air |
| motels to high-profile resorts. Finally, during the | | | | conditioning at the mall's movie theater beckons. |
| peak season, fulltime residents rent out homes to | | | | With twelve screens, each member of the family |
| visitors, the perfect option for a large family. | | | | is sure to find the perfect flick. |
| Most travelers come during the spring, when | | | | After sunset, Destin transforms into a playground |
| warming ocean waters and perfect temperatures | | | | for adults. The city boasts a large number of |
| create an optimal beach experience. The coast is | | | | drinking establishments, along with a comedy club. |
| widely known for its incredibly white sand, the | | | | Singles are sure to find ample opportunity to |
| result of finely ground quartz transported via the | | | | meet a counterpart at happy hour or one of the |
| Apalachicola River all the way from the | | | | dance clubs around town. |
| Appalachian Mountains. The ocean maintains its | | | | The beautiful beaches of Destin, Florida are a |
| emerald hue from harmless microalgae suspended | | | | great choice for your next vacation. With all of |
| in the water. These two components combine to | | | | the options the city has to provide, a great time |
| ensure that a beach vacation in Destin will be | | | | is sure to be had by your entire family. |
| scenic as well as fun. | | | | |