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    Sun, Sand & Songs: Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam Hits Panama City Beach

    By Jill Tanner | July 9, 2018

    Guess who’s coming to town? It’s Eric Church, Thomas Rhett and Florida Georgia Line, and the highly-anticipated Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam is your chance to see them all in one star-studded event. The Emerald Coast is gearing up once again for this epic three-day country music festival that takes over Frank Brown Park in Panama... Read More

    Underwater Museum of Art in South Walton

    By Jill Tanner | July 2, 2018

    The waters of South Walton just became even more beautiful. On June 25th, 2018 the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and South Walton Artificial Reef Association installed the first underwater museum in North America right off the coast of Grayton Beach State Park. This eco tourist attraction will unite art lovers and underwater divers and serve... Read More

    Summer Shopping on the Emerald Coast

    By Jill Tanner | June 22, 2018

    Summer is officially here! Look your best when you shop locally this summer from Destin to South Walton. Start your shopping journey on the East end of Scenic 30A. First, at 30Avenue, start your day with a little movement at Otium, a yoga and fitness shop with the latest active wear styles. In Rosemary Beach,... Read More

    Father’s Day Local Gift Guide

    By Jill Tanner | June 11, 2018

    Father’s Day is right around the corner, and we bet you need some suggestions on what to do for the special dad or husband in your life. From gifts that will last a lifetime to activities from South Walton to Destin, we have some fabulous ways to show Dad that you truly care! There’s an... Read More

    Egg-cellent Easter Events From 30A to Destin

    By Jill Tanner | March 26, 2018

    There are so many events on the Emerald Coast from which to choose to celebrate Easter and kick off spring at the beach. Cuddlers & Toddlers Easter Egg Hunt March 28th, 2018 9:30am to 11am Destin Library, 150 Sibert Avenue, Destin, Florida Eggstravaganza Dog-Harmony and Grand Boulevard invite you and your furry friends to kick... Read More

    5 Things to Know to Wine Festival Like a Pro

    By Jill Tanner | March 8, 2018

    Before strolling over to this year’s Sandestin Wine Festival – now in its 32nd year – we have some tips that will help you get through it like a pro. We recently sat down with certified Level 2 Sommelier Doruk Gurunlu of Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar in Rosemary Beach and he gave us the scoop.... Read More

    Sinfonia Gulf Coast Presents Crescendo!

    By Jill Tanner | February 11, 2018

    Sinfonia Gulf Coast, the Emerald Coast’s only fully professional symphony orchestra, presents the highest caliber concerts, events and educational programming featuring the best regional musicians and award winning international guest artists. Crescendo! is one of the organization’s premier events and it is right around the corner. Crescendo! is an exciting new cultural extravaganza to benefit... Read More

    Pat Carlyle is our Humanitarian of the Year

    By Jill Tanner | February 6, 2018

    Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty recently hosted their Annual Awards Ceremony. Pat Carlyle, Broker Associate, took home the most meaningful prize of all – The Humanitarian of the Year Award. Pat’s work with the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center was so profound that it warranted recognition at the highest level. “I am so excited and humbled... Read More

    Kelly Fox Brings her Expertise to La Lumière

    By Jill Tanner | January 25, 2018

    Kelly Fox is a REALTOR® and the Business Coordinator for The Peggy Geppert Group at Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty. Before coming on board, Kelly worked in Atlanta, GA as an account manager at 501 Auctions, an online event and bidding resource that aids non-profit organizations in raising funds through their online platform. During her time... Read More

    Move and Groove During the 30A Songwriters Festival

    By Jill Tanner | January 8, 2018

    The 9th annual 30A Songwriters Festival is January 12-15, 2018 and what a lineup of talent is expected! The event will feature 175 songwriters and more than 225 performances held in 25 + venues along scenic Highway 30A in South Walton County. This is one of the most beloved events in South Walton. The festival‘s... Read More

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