Destin, Florida is one of the best known vacation destinations on the Gulf Coast. Gorgeous white sand beaches, clear emerald waters, a wealth of championship golf courses, some of the best sport fishing in the world and myriad family-friendly activities have made this energetic Florida Panhandle resort area one of America’s top vacation spots. But east of Destin delightful surprises await vacationers who follow the coast road toward Panama City Beach.
Strung along Florida’s famed Emerald Coast lay 16 friendly beach communities, each with its own unique charm and vibrant ambience. Collectively known as the Beaches of South Walton, these hidden gems offer many of the same delights found in Destin but in a quieter, more relaxed setting. Of course, SoWal beach communities also offer some special attractions of their own, including art gallery tours, outdoor concerts, movies under the stars and several stunning state parks and preserves where you can bike, hike, fish, swim, kayak and observe the local birds and wildlife.
Connected by walking and biking paths, each South Walton beach community has its fans and offers vacationers a distinctive vacation experience. From the classic Old Florida charm of Santa Rosa Beach to the fresh Mediterranean style of Alys Beach, from the laid-back hippie vibe of Grayton Beach to Sandestin’s well-planned active neighborhoods, from the coastal dune lakes of Dune Allen to WaterColor’s innovative eco-friendly design, the Beaches of South Walton offer the perfect vacation experience for every visitor. The only hitch is that you may have to book iTrip.net vacation rentals in several different beach towns to find your perfect fit! But with so much to see and do on Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast, most vacationers are happy to return year after year to bask in the sunshine, relax on the sandy beaches and frolic in the sparkling water.
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