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Child’s Play: Rock Paper Scissors 30A
Children’s games run the gamut from the simple to the complex. Hopscotch and hide-and-seek require little more than sidewalk chalk, quick feet and imagination. Games like Monopoly or even a basic scavenger hunt require a bit more strategy. And, then there’s the classic: Rock, paper, scissors. Around here, Rock Paper Scissors is more about letting... Read More
Business Beacon: Inside Honesty Guard Homewatch
Editor’s note: This month’s Business Beacon is a spotlight on Honesty Guard Homewatch, a professional home-watching service covering 30A. Owner Rhea Ross talks to us what prompted this new business venture, what white-glove service means and their comprehensive approach. Reach them at 850.714.2756, via email (Info@HonestyGuard.com) or on the web. They are also on Facebook... Read More
Don’t Worry, Be Crabby: The Ultimate Guide To Crab Island
What sometimes has crabs, never has an island and is always at the top of visitors’ must-do list? If you’ve heard of Destin (and that should be everyone now, thanks to a certain “Cruel Summer” songstress), you’ve probably also heard of Crab Island — and there’s nothing “cruel” about this attraction this summer … or... Read More
Featured Property for July at 3015 East County Highway 30A
Take a Video Tour of a New Gulf-Front Retreat 3015 East County Highway 30A is a 7,269-sq.-ft. home in Seagrove Heights with 7 bedrooms, 7 full and 2 half baths. Welcome to Seagrove Heights, where the essence of elevated living along 30A reaches its pinnacle. Among the exclusive collection of seven bespoke custom offerings, Lot... Read More
Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty Recognized In 2024 RealTrends Verified + The Thousand Rankings
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce multiple single agents and teams were recognized in the 2024 RealTrends Verified + The Thousand rankings. The annual report ranks America’s top 1,000 residential real estate agents and teams based on 2023 annual sales volume and transaction sides. The RealTrends Verified +... Read More
Featured Property for June at 343 Driftwood Point Road
Take a Video Tour of a Modern Bayfront Retreat 343 Driftwood Point Road is a 5,774-sq.-ft. home in Driftwood Estates with 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 1 half baths. This extraordinary coastal estate is a legacy property sitting on almost an acre with 100 feet of prime waterfront on Choctawhatchee Bay. Boasting amazing year-round sunset... Read More
A Gathering Of Great Names: Grand Boulevard Welcomes Bal Harbour Shops
If part of your beach trip includes shopping ’til you drop, this event full of fashion and dining will be right up your alley, er, boulevard. Beginning May 24 at Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach, explore an exquisite collection of luxury names meticulously chosen by the famed Bal Harbour Shops. The exclusive pop-up event will... Read More
Business Beacon: Inside South Walton Designs
Editor’s note: This month’s Business Beacon is a spotlight on South Walton Designs, a local business creating custom live-edge wood art. Owner Cory Peterson talks to us about woodworking, hand-picking slabs that tell a story, and how character equals art. Find him on Facebook and Instagram. Do you have an interesting topic you think we... Read More
Fifteen New Seasonal Nonstop Flights From Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Allegiant’s new seasonal nonstop flight schedule from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport to 15 cities was announced earlier this month. According to a news release, this is part of the airline’s latest seasonal expansion in 66 cities across the United States. The new seasonal routes from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) are: Knoxville, Tennessee, via McGhee... Read More
$3.3 Million Raised At 19th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction
The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) is pleased to announce that the 19th annual Destin Charity Wine Auction presented by the Jumonville Family raised $3.3 million for children in need in northwest Florida. Hosted April 26 and 27 to a sold-out crowd of more than 600 guests, proceeds from the auction benefit DCWAF’s 17 partner... Read More