Have you gone snorkeling yet? There’s nothing quite like the sight of a shimmering school of fish as they whiz by at breathtaking speed, deftly skimming around any obstacle — including you. Enjoy the surprise reveal of a stingray emerging from the white sandy bottom of the Gulf, where it has been…
Continue ReadingThere are few more iconic images of a beach vacation than the sandlecastle. At once, whimsical and ephemeral, the sand castle makes the perfect family project for a Gulf side afternoon. Of course, there’s an art to building the perfect sandcastle and even a bit of a science. How does one go about…
Continue ReadingGazing across the Gulf of Mexico waters off Destin-Fort Walton Beach, you’ll see a striped pattern of green just off the shore – light, dark, then light and dark again. Light is where a sandbar is, and dark is where it drops off and the water deepens. That there are two permanent sandbars is a bit…
Continue ReadingNestled in Santa Rosa Sound, Spectre Island is a tucked away, sandy home to a myriad of birds, fish, and other critters found in its waters and along its shore. Spectre Island is the result of an army dredging project and shares its name with one of the aircraft flown out of Hurlburt Field, a U.S…
Continue ReadingDestin and Fort Walton Beach are becoming a snorkeling and scuba destination thanks to the deployment of artificial reefs. Okaloosa County placed 115 reef sites last year that are already teeming with fish and marine life, while an additional 40 reef sites will be placed offshore for scuba…
Continue ReadingThe waters off Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL are full of wildlife, but perhaps none is more beloved than the dolphin. World-renowned for their curiosity, intelligence, and grace, these delightful creatures can be spotted playing in the waves from many local beaches and balconies in Destin-Fort Walton…
Continue ReadingAre you ready to laugh? To learn something new? To feed a penguin? No, really. When we say there’s something for everyone in Destin-Fort Walton Beach, we mean it. And the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park takes the “adventure” part of its name seriously. Along with gorgeous tank exhibits and fun…
Continue ReadingWith the Gulf of Mexico and our spectacular beaches, nature takes center stage in Destin-Fort Walton Beach. Here are the best ways for your family to see the wildlife that inhabits our land and our water. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park One of the area’s must-see attractions, Gulfarium Marine…
Continue ReadingIf you’re new to charter boat fishing excursions, we have the frequently asked questions (and answers!) as you plan your trip out on the water in Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL. 1. What do I bring and what do I wear on a charter boat? Regardless of the season, wear loose-fitting breathable clothes…
Continue ReadingDestin is known for its sugar-white sand beaches, but dive a little deeper and you’ll discover an underwater landscape rich with spiny lobster, crabs, sea turtles, natural limestone reefs, sunken ships and other artificial reefs, and even coral. “The waters of Destin-Fort Walton Beach have massive…
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