Destin is located on a peninsula surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and
Okaloosa Bay in the area commonly referred to as the "Emerald Coast".
Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village", the largest and most
elaborately equipped fishing fleet in the State of Florida docks at the Destin
Harbor. In addition to fishing, recreational opportunities include golf, tennis and
water sports, including diving and snorkeling. The 100 Fathom curve draws
closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida providing the speediest
deep-water access on the Gulf. The City of Destin is home to 11,119 full-time
residents (2000 US Census).
Located in the Florida Panhandle, the City of Destin has a rich heritage dating
back to American Indian inhabitants as early as the 7th century A.D. Spanish
explorers surveyed Florida in 1538. Don Francisco Tapia was commissioned to
survey the Florida coast and in 1693, drew the first known map of East Pass
and its shores. Destin traces its immediate history to a fisherman, Captain
Leonard Destin, who moved here from New London, Connecticut, and settled in
Northwest Florida in about 1845. Captain Destin pioneered the fishing industry
and Destin has maintained this heritage to the present.
The airports serving Destin include the Okaloosa Regional Airport (VPS, 30
miles), the Pensacola Regional Airport (PNS, 60 miles) served by discount
airline Air Tran and Destin/Fort Walton Airport (DTS, 5 miles), a general aviation
facility for private planes and charters only.
Interstate highway 10 passes just north of the area. New Orleans, LA is three
hours drive to the west. Atlanta, GA is eight hours drive to the north.
Jacksonville, FL is eight hours drive to the east.
Okaloosa Bay in the area commonly referred to as the "Emerald Coast".
Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village", the largest and most
elaborately equipped fishing fleet in the State of Florida docks at the Destin
Harbor. In addition to fishing, recreational opportunities include golf, tennis and
water sports, including diving and snorkeling. The 100 Fathom curve draws
closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida providing the speediest
deep-water access on the Gulf. The City of Destin is home to 11,119 full-time
residents (2000 US Census).
Located in the Florida Panhandle, the City of Destin has a rich heritage dating
back to American Indian inhabitants as early as the 7th century A.D. Spanish
explorers surveyed Florida in 1538. Don Francisco Tapia was commissioned to
survey the Florida coast and in 1693, drew the first known map of East Pass
and its shores. Destin traces its immediate history to a fisherman, Captain
Leonard Destin, who moved here from New London, Connecticut, and settled in
Northwest Florida in about 1845. Captain Destin pioneered the fishing industry
and Destin has maintained this heritage to the present.
The airports serving Destin include the Okaloosa Regional Airport (VPS, 30
miles), the Pensacola Regional Airport (PNS, 60 miles) served by discount
airline Air Tran and Destin/Fort Walton Airport (DTS, 5 miles), a general aviation
facility for private planes and charters only.
Interstate highway 10 passes just north of the area. New Orleans, LA is three
hours drive to the west. Atlanta, GA is eight hours drive to the north.
Jacksonville, FL is eight hours drive to the east.
Gulfarium:
Performances by trained dolphins, sea lion shows; marine life exhibits or participate
in our Dolphin Interaction Program where you get in the water with one of our
Pantropical Spotted dolphins named Kiwi!
800. 247.8575 (U.S. only)
HarborWalk Village: Destin Harbor
Located on the Destin Harbor, this waterfront shopping village is an inviting collection
of restaurants, water activities, shops and boutiques including Emerald Grande, Pat O’
Brien’s, Harry T’s, Commander’s Palace, Lucky Snapper, Water Grill, Boogie’s
Watersports and more.
Online Event Schedule | 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, Florida
The Track Family Recreation Center: Destin, Florida
The Track in Destin is your family headquarters for fun! Our action-packed recreation
center features everything from the ultimate in go-cart tracks, like our Wild Woody three-
tiered go-kart/roller coaster hybrid, to big fun for little tykes at Kids Country. See our
web site for 10% OFF and FREE shipping!
Order Discount Tickets Online | 850.654.4668
SunQuest Cruises: Sandestin
Come aboard Solaris…the gulf coast’s only dining & entertainment cruise. Enjoy
extraordinary dining and live entertainment on the nightly dinner dance cruise. Book
Solaris for your wedding or special event. Get ready for fabulous food and
unforgettable fun on3 decks and 5,300 square feet of beautifully appointed, climate
controlled passenger space with panoramic views. Come aboard the gulf coast’s only
entertainment luxury yacht.
850.650.2519 | http://www.sunquestcruises.com
Pelican Adventures: Destin Harbor
Destin Florida snorkeling and dolphin tours. We offer a 2.5 to 3 hour excursion
servicing up to 30 passengers. Often underway, we get the joyous experience of
watching dolphins play in their natural habitat. A snorkel instructor is available on and
off the vessel. our crew is first aid, CPR and AED certified.
850.650.3825
Blue Crab Watersports: Destin Harbor
Waverunners and pontoon boat rentals...located in the Destin harbor behind Marina
Cafe. Rent our 3 passenger Yamaha VX Deluxe waverunners or....rent a 24' pontoon
boats that seats up to 12. Advanced reservations highly recommended, VISA,
Discovery, MasterCard accepted.
Online Special | 850.218.5504
Dockside Water Sports & Marina: Destin Harbor
Pontoon boat and fishing boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals and Dolphin Excursions, &
Parasailing.. reserve your water fun today! Our full service Marina has everything you
need for a day on the water. Be sure to stop by the Dockside Daiquiri Bar and watch
the sunset.
Specials | Rentals & Parasailing | Marina Shop | 850.428.3313
Just Chute Me! Parasail Co. Destin Harbor
Experience Destin's most exciting water sports attraction- parasailing with Just Chute
Me! Choose from 400, 600, or 800 ft rides. Boats depart every hour & a half. Located at
404 Hwy 98 E, behind the Marina Cafe on the Destin Harbor. Advanced reservations
recommended, credit cards accepted.
850.200.2260 & 850.200.3617
Performances by trained dolphins, sea lion shows; marine life exhibits or participate
in our Dolphin Interaction Program where you get in the water with one of our
Pantropical Spotted dolphins named Kiwi!
800. 247.8575 (U.S. only)
HarborWalk Village: Destin Harbor
Located on the Destin Harbor, this waterfront shopping village is an inviting collection
of restaurants, water activities, shops and boutiques including Emerald Grande, Pat O’
Brien’s, Harry T’s, Commander’s Palace, Lucky Snapper, Water Grill, Boogie’s
Watersports and more.
Online Event Schedule | 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, Florida
The Track Family Recreation Center: Destin, Florida
The Track in Destin is your family headquarters for fun! Our action-packed recreation
center features everything from the ultimate in go-cart tracks, like our Wild Woody three-
tiered go-kart/roller coaster hybrid, to big fun for little tykes at Kids Country. See our
web site for 10% OFF and FREE shipping!
Order Discount Tickets Online | 850.654.4668
SunQuest Cruises: Sandestin
Come aboard Solaris…the gulf coast’s only dining & entertainment cruise. Enjoy
extraordinary dining and live entertainment on the nightly dinner dance cruise. Book
Solaris for your wedding or special event. Get ready for fabulous food and
unforgettable fun on3 decks and 5,300 square feet of beautifully appointed, climate
controlled passenger space with panoramic views. Come aboard the gulf coast’s only
entertainment luxury yacht.
850.650.2519 | http://www.sunquestcruises.com
Pelican Adventures: Destin Harbor
Destin Florida snorkeling and dolphin tours. We offer a 2.5 to 3 hour excursion
servicing up to 30 passengers. Often underway, we get the joyous experience of
watching dolphins play in their natural habitat. A snorkel instructor is available on and
off the vessel. our crew is first aid, CPR and AED certified.
850.650.3825
Blue Crab Watersports: Destin Harbor
Waverunners and pontoon boat rentals...located in the Destin harbor behind Marina
Cafe. Rent our 3 passenger Yamaha VX Deluxe waverunners or....rent a 24' pontoon
boats that seats up to 12. Advanced reservations highly recommended, VISA,
Discovery, MasterCard accepted.
Online Special | 850.218.5504
Dockside Water Sports & Marina: Destin Harbor
Pontoon boat and fishing boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals and Dolphin Excursions, &
Parasailing.. reserve your water fun today! Our full service Marina has everything you
need for a day on the water. Be sure to stop by the Dockside Daiquiri Bar and watch
the sunset.
Specials | Rentals & Parasailing | Marina Shop | 850.428.3313
Just Chute Me! Parasail Co. Destin Harbor
Experience Destin's most exciting water sports attraction- parasailing with Just Chute
Me! Choose from 400, 600, or 800 ft rides. Boats depart every hour & a half. Located at
404 Hwy 98 E, behind the Marina Cafe on the Destin Harbor. Advanced reservations
recommended, credit cards accepted.
850.200.2260 & 850.200.3617
Emerald Bay Golf Club Destin Florida
Award-winning Emerald Bay Golf Club - a must-play course for all golf enthusiasts.
Designed by prestigious architect Bob Cupp, former chief designer for Jack Nicklaus,
this 18-hole championship course is Florida's best golf. Semi-private championship
course, 6802 yards 18 hole par 73.1, slope 135.
Destin Golf | Book Tee Times | Golf Guesthouse | 40001 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL
Indian Bayou Golf Club Destin Florida
Golf packages available! Indian Bayou Golf Club is located in the heart of beautiful
Destin, Florida. Our semi-private course offers 27 challenging holes suited to all skill
levels—perfect as your home course or for your Florida golf vacation getaway. Indian
Bayou offers three nine-hole courses with wide, forgiving fairways with beautiful lush,
undulating greens, majestic pines and sparkling lakes and water features. Semi-private,
3500 yards 9 holes, 6958 18 holes par 73.1, slope 129. Driving range, putting greens,
club rentals and restaurant.
850.837.6191 | 1 Country Club Drive East, Destin, FL
Regatta Bay Golf Course - Book on line 24 hours a day. Destin Florida
Regatta Bay Golf Course NW Florida's #1 Ranked Course. This unforgettable, 18-hole
championship course, designed by Robert C. Walker, former lead architect for Arnold
Palmer, challenges golfers of all skill levels. Designed to be as challenging to the
professional as it is fun to the novice, this par 72 course amenities include; Clubhouse,
gps on golf carts, golf shop, and award-winning Rutherfords 465 Restaurant. Book Tee
Time Online.
850.337.8080 | 465 Regatta Bay Blvd, Destin, FL
Seascape Golf Club Destin Florida
The Seascape golf course will surpass your expectations with 18 lush contoured
fairways and immaculate greens winding through the Resort's lush forests and around
its tranquil lakes. The course is situated among a series of fresh water and coastal dune
lakes and features breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico from many holes. Fifteen of
the eighteen holes have water features. Public, 6696 yards, 18 holes par 71.5, slope 120.
Driving range, putting greens, club rentals, snack bar.
Destin Golf | Book Tee Times | Golf Guesthouse | Golf Vacation Rentals | 800.874.9106
Kelly Plantation Destin Florida
Semi-private, 7099 yards, 18 holes par 74.2, slope 146.
850.650.7600, 307 Kelly Plantation Rd, Destin, FL
The Garden Destin Florida
Public, lighted 9 holes. Ten acre practice area with ten multi-pin target greens.
Seven par 3's and two par 4's.
850.837.7422, 112958 US Hwy 98, Destin, FL
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