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Sandestin Bunny Hop and Easter Egg Walk

Apr 2nd, 2012
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Jolee Island Bunny Hop and Easter Egg Walk
Saturday, April 7 at 9:30

(Destin, FL.) – Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is bringing a new meaning to the traditional Easter Egg hunt.

The novel mile walk, “hop” and egg hunt, sponsored by the new Sandestin Foundation for Kids will be held in the beautiful setting of the Jolee Island Nature Preserve at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

Children of all ages will have an opportunity to hunt for more than 4,000 eggs along the trails of Jolee Island. Eggs for the finding will be stuffed with candy, little toys, coins, cash or other special prizes.

Bunny Hop and Easter Egg Walk Starts at 9:30 am at the foot of the Jolee Island bridge.

  • Parking will be conveniently located at the Baytowne Marina, just a short walk from Jolee Island.
  • Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
  • Entry for a family of four is $20, with $5 for each additional person.
  • One special Sandestin Foundation for Kids t-shirt will be given for each family admission, and other t-shirts will be available for purchase at the event.
  • Guests and area residents, and dogs on a leash are welcome.

All proceeds for the event will go to the Sandestin Foundation for Kids, a new 501C3 non-profit organization started by The Becnel Family and supported by the employees, residents and guests of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

The Sandestin Foundation for Kids has plans to offer a special camp for children in need this fall at the resort. For more information about the Foundation, visit www.SandestinFoundationForKids.org.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf  annual “Easter Explosion” activities include:

  • Easter Sing-A-Long with David Seering from 10-11 a.m.
  • 12-3 p.m visits with the Easter Bunny, face painting, kids crafts, an inflatable and a stilt walker with balloons.
  • Visit www.baytownewharf.com for details on Easter Explosion.
About Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort was named the #1 resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast. The resort invites guests to a world of 2,400 acres and 30 charming neighborhoods featuring 1,300 accommodations. As a member of Visit South Walton, the resort features more than seven miles of beaches and pristine bay front, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, 19 swimming pools, a 113-slip marina, a fitness center and spa, meeting space and The Village of Baytowne Wharf, a pedestrian village with shopping, dining and nightlife.

33rd Annual Destin Seafood Festival on the Harbor

Sep 5th, 2011
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With a theme of ‘Heritage on the Harbor’, the 33rd Annual Destin Seafood Festival is from September 30 to October 2. The event is free and open to the public this year. This highly anticipated tradition draws 30,000+ visitors each year and will be set up along the length of the Destin Harbor from Harborwalk Village at the foot of the Destin Bridge, to the Boathouse Oyster Bar. The new and expanded venue will bring the Destin Seafood Festival back to its roots on the Destin Harbor. The Festival will kick off the 62nd Destin Fishing Rodeo, which takes place the entire month of October.

Activities include artists on display; fresh local food; kid’s activities and attractions. Other activities are Gulf seafood cooking demonstrations by well-known area chefs at the Fresh From Florida sponsored demonstration kitchen; Sandy the Swordfish mascot welcoming Festival goers; and live entertainment will take place throughout the Festival along the Destin Harbor.

Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) and the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association will be bringing in some of the most talented songwriters in country and popular music to entertain throughout the Festival venue. These award-winning musicians are a who’s who of songwriters of country music and have
written for and collaborated with such stars as Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, Rascal Flats, Faith Hill, Brooks & Dunn, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and many more. Local music favorites, Forrest Williams, Heritage, Coconut Radio and Cheryl Jones will once again perform for their loyal crowds each day.

Destin Seafood Festival parking will be in the vicinity of the event, Emerald Grande’s parking deck, the Destin Community Center. As well, free shuttles offered to and from Destin Commons and The Track, both on Highway 98 in Destin.

The free event is presented by The Destin Charter Boat Association. Presenting sponsors include The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) Emerald Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau, Visit Florida and ResortQuest. For further information, call 850-218-0232, visit the Festival’s Facebook page, or www.DestinSeafoodFestival.org.

National Geographic names Destin, FL a “Top 10 Best Fall Trip”

Aug 15th, 2011
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The accolades for Destin just keep coming, and deservedly so! Cooler temperatures, striking colors, smaller crowds—autumn is the perfect time to travel, and here are ten of the best fall trips, picked by National Geographic Traveler editors.

GMA says Destin is one of Americas “Most Beautiful Places”

Aug 11th, 2011
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http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/explore-america-emeril-lagasse-14280195

For those of us blessed to live in Destin year round, we sometimes take it for granted…It’s always awesome to watch someone enjoying “Destin, FL” for the very first time. We think he will be back soon!

“12 Days of Christmas Trees” in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin

Dec 2nd, 2010
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Area non-profits benefit from tree decorating contest

Come out and enjoy ten beautifully decorated Christmas trees on public display for 12 days as area non-profit organizations vie to win cash prizes for Best of Show and People’s Choice awards. “12 Days of Christmas Trees” is a Christmas tree decorating contest taking place at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Dec. 10 – Dec. 21, during which the public can vote for their favorite decorated tree.

The participating organizations are Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center, Seaside Neighborhood School, Children’s Volunteer Health Network, Sinfonia Gulf Coast, American Cancer Society, South Walton Montessori Academy, Shelter House, Children in Crisis, Okaloosa AIDS Support and Information Services and Alaqua Animal Refuge.

The public is invited to attend the kick-off on Friday, Dec. 10 at 4:30 p.m. as all ten trees are “turned on” while Pro Arte Chorale performs Christmas music. The trees remain on display every day and night and the public can vote for their favorite tree at the Visitor Services Kiosk located at Grand Park. On Saturday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m., the contest winners will be announced in Grand Park while Canterbury Brass plays Christmas music and hot chocolate and cookies are served. The public is invited to attend.

The trees will remain on display through Dec. 21 at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard.

Vince Gill FREE Concert September 25, 2010

Sep 8th, 2010
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GRAMMY-winner Vince Gill will headline a FREE outdoor Back to the Beach concert Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, from the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, FL. It will be held at an outdoor venue with open lawn seating, gates will open to the public at 4 p.m., so guests can come early to set out their beach blankets and claim a spot. The concert will begin at 6 p.m

The 62nd Destin Fishing Rodeo is a “go” for October 2010

Aug 16th, 2010
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The Destin Fishing Rodeo

With five weekends in October and big bucks on the line for entries, this year’s 62nd annual Destin Fishing Rodeo promises to be better than ever.   Thanks in part to $70,000 in BP funds, prize money will include 6 $10,000 Bonus Awards plus a kids weekend set for Oct 9-10.  The six overall bonus divisions will pay out $6,000 for first place, $3,000 for second place, and $1,000 for third.

The six divisions are Fare Carrying King Mackerel; Fare Carrying Almaco Jack; Fare Carrying Blackfin Tuna; Fare Carrying Mingo Snapper; Private King Mackerel; and Open Red Fish.  If Federal waters are open, the Almaco Jack division will become the Fare Carrying Amberjack.  And if regulators open up red snapper season, the Mingo Snapper will become the Red Snapper division.    Check with the Destin Rodeo or any charter captain for specifics on how the bonus prizes will be paid.

With Kid’s Weekend, $10,000 is up for grabs.   Any youngster under the age of 15 fishing on a registered boat in the rodeo (private or charter) or anyone on the pier, bridge, jetty and surf is eligible to enter a fish.  Two $2,500 educational IRA’s will be awarded each day to junior anglers, but they must be present to win.

AJ’s will once again host the weigh ins, and the scales will be open daily on the docs behind the restaurant from 10AM to 7PM.

The Fishing Industry in Destin has survived the gulf oil spill and we are still “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”.  Make your plans now to participate.  Visit the Fishing Page on www.destin-ation.com for a listing of charter boats, and book your accommodations early.

“Clean Coast” Music & Art Fest

Jul 22nd, 2010
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Everyone is encouraged to come out to Destin Harbor Walk Village on Sunday, August 22nd to enjoy 12 Hours of Music from Destin’s top musicians and bands. This is a benefit designed to support our local businesses and our efforts to clean, restore and protect our beaches and the Gulf of Mexico!  Special thanks to Tim O’Shea for pulling this event together and for the folks at Emerald Grande and Harbor Walk for offering their venue!

Music and Art Festival

Rock the Beach on Okaloosa Island, FL this weekend!

Jun 24th, 2010
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Rock the Beach Poster

The Doobie Brothers and Kenny Loggins will perform a FREE concert Sunday June 27 at 5PM on Okaloosa Island at the Pier.  Expect large crowds and limited parking, so come early.

These bands and “Friends of the Gulf Coast” are graciously taking time from their busy touring schedule to help support our tourism industry.  There are plenty of rooms available in the Destin and Okaloosa Island areas, so take this opportunity to come to the beach this weekend!

Le Grand Cirque is coming to Grand Boulevard, Summer 2010

Apr 26th, 2010
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Le Grand CirqueStarting in late May 2010, “Le Grand Cirque” will perform in Grand Boulevard for the entire summer in the Grand Arena, one of three, cream-colored Italian-style, air-conditioned fabric structures which comprise the venue. The Grand Arena, located adjacent to Grand Park in Grand Boulevard’s Town Center, will hold just under 1,100 people and is within short walking distance to seven signature restaurants and casual eateries.

There are evening and matinee shows throughout the week. Evening shows are at 8 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday. Matinees are slated for 2 p.m. Visit the Web site or call the box office for matinee days, times and ticket prices. Best seats do sell out fast so be sure to book your tickets now at www.cirquedestin.com or by calling the box office at (866) 973-9610.  For best savings, book online.

“Le Grand Cirque” provides a spectacular experience to enhance the perfect vacation and is the new must-see attraction for visitors and locals alike in this region.

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