Destin Florida: Experience the Emerald Coast

The beach, the sun, the sand, the water... you're in for a wonderful vacation in Destin, FL! There are a lot of beaches that offer sun and sand, but very few have the finely ground, sugary quartz that the Emerald Coast is famous for. How many vacation areas boast only 30 miles separating them from the 100 Fathom Curve? Exceptional fishing is made available by the largest deep-sea fishing fleet in Florida. Destin is also home to some of the best golfing in the area, including the Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club and the Sandestin Resort. This is only the beginning!

Destin Vacation Rentals and homes and condos provide you with the relaxation that a hotel just can't offer. Relax on your own porch, entertain in your own living room, sun and swim on your own semi-private beach. A hotel is full of people hoping to get the true Florida vacation from a rented room with amenities shared with 50 other people. How many hotels offer free amenities like a complimentary round of golf or unlimited video and game rentals for every night you stay? Renting or buying your own Destin vacation home gives you the peace and privacy that a real vacation is supposed to give!

Destin partakes of the true Florida climate. Your vacation is almost guaranteed to have sunny days, as Destin has about 340 of them a year! The breezes from the Gulf sweep the cool air just above the water towards the land, cooling down the heat of summer. Winters are mild. Spring and Fall bring wonderful combinations of cooler weather and bright sun - perfect for walking or bicycling.

The beaches of fine, white sand and the emerald-green waters that surround Destin, FL are two reasons why you should visit. Despite the growing popularity of the area as a vacation destination, the beaches of the area tend not to be crowded. The beaches slope gently down into the water, with no sudden drop-offs to catch the young or unwary swimmer. Many Destin vacation homes are right on the beach: all the conveniences of 'home base' right on the water. You can watch dolphins playing in the Bay or keep an eye on the kids from your own porch.

The fish are always running in Destin. There are a large number of game fish species for the fishing in the Gulf, including marlin, amberjack, red snapper, grouper... the list is a long one! The Choctawhatchee Bay is home to such species as white trout and Spanish mackerel. Up the Choctawhatchee River, you can find bass and catfish. No matter what style of fishing you favor, or body of water you frequent, Destin has it for you!

Golfing in Destin is all it should be. There are many courses, including some that have attained national fame, such as Regatta Bay, one of the "Top 200" North American courses in Golf Digest. The inviting climate, lush fairways and spectacular natural beauty makes golfing in Destin a true sporting experience. Many of the courses here are part and parcel of larger resorts that offer exceptional dining and other amenities. Ask about the complimentary round of golf we offer, at the Hombre and Blue Water Bay Golf Clubs. Hombre Golf Glub was the site of the Nike Panama City Beach Classic from 1990 to 1994 and is also the location of the fall PGA tour qualifying school.

Shopping and dining in Destin have steadily grown over the years so that today, they offer the vacationer with just about everything that he or she might need. Places like The Market Shops at Sandestin, with over 25 boutiques and Destin Commons, 470,000 square feet of outdoor shopping, dining and theater provide ample diversion and supplies for your Destin vacation.

The vacation homes in Destin are exceptionally located to provide both renters and homeowners with convenient access to all of Destin's greatest features. There is a property to suit everyone, from pet owners to special-needs individuals. No one need lack for the best in accommodation when these beautiful homes are available for a week - or a lifetime.

If you want a real beach experience and want a place that can offer you the finest in natural beauty, outdoor sports, shopping, dining and a vacation that suits all ages, Destin vacation homes are your destination! But don't take my word for it - come see for yourself!