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Miles of world famous white sand beaches, days of warm Florida Sunshine, all in a laid back tropical atmosphere you can only find in Destin, Florida.

Located on Florida’s Panhandle and convenient to all of the South and Midwest, Destin, Florida is home to the most famous white sand beach in the world.  Mother Nature’s gifts to beach lovers, the white quartz crystals were once part of the Appalachian Mountains and over the eons have been washed to the northern shore of the Gulf of Mexico.

Swim in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, enjoy the Florida Sunshine, take part in deep sea fishing, scuba dive on one of the many ship wrecks in the area or just take a quiet stroll along the sea shore, Destin Florida has it all
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Accommodations - Ratings by Hotels.com

The Residence Inn Sandestin
Not Rated
300 Grand Boulevard, Destin 32550
Discover the unique Residence Inn Sandestin at Grand Boulevard, a Destin, Florida hotel located just beyond the gates of the 2,400-acre Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Welcoming guests to a stunning setting near the beach, this Sandestin hotel allows for all the privileges of the resort community, including private beach access (1.5 miles), spa services, shopping, nightlife and marina access.
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Palms of Destin Resort & Conference Center
3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4201 Two Trees Road Destin, FL 32541
The Palms Of Destin Resort Is A 12-Story Condominium Property With Palm-tree-studded Tropical Gardens And Lagoon-style Water Features. The Resort's 11,000-Square-foot Freeform Pool Features Five Waterfalls And A Rock Island With Footbridges.
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Holiday Inn Exp Suites Destin
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
108 Hutchinson St Destin, FL 32541
Escape to a Gulf Coast paradise when you stay at the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Destin (Mid Bay Bridge). Our hotel¿s location puts you 15 miles from Okaloosa Regional Airport (VPS), three miles from Destin Airport (DTS), just minutes from area attractions and within walking distance of the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

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Holiday Inn Destin on the Beach
3 out of 5 Star Rating
1020 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541
The Holiday Inn On The Beach Destin is a 2007 and 9 time Quality Excellence Award Winner. Home of the award winning Little Buccaneers Children's Activity Program. Our hotel offers a beautiful, 4 story indoor recreation area and a 9 story tower with an incredible view of the sugar white sand and the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico
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Wingate by Wyndham - Destin FL
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
117 Palms St Destin, FL 32541
The Wingate - Destin Is Located In Destin, Fla. One Mile From Choctawhatchee Bay, Three Miles From Henderson Beach State Park, Complimentary Continental Breakfasts, Seasonal Outdoor Pool, Spa Tub And Fitness Room, Complimentary High-speed Internet Access.
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Hampton Inn Destin
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
1625 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32550
The Hampton Inn - Destin Is A First Class Hotel Located Directly Across The Street From The Gulf Of Mexico, The Famous Backporch Restaurant, And Within Walking Distance Of The Beach.
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Emerald Grande
3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
10 Harbor Blvd Destin, FL 32541
The Emerald Grande Features 269 Condominium Units In Twin 18-Story Towers. This Mediterranean-style Resort Offers Indoor And Outdoor Pools With An Outdoor Sun Deck, Lounge Chairs, Tables With Umbrellas And Chairs, And Palm Trees.
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Pelican Beach Resort & The Terrace
3 out of 5 Star Rating
1002 Highway 98 East Destin, FL 32541
Towering 19 Stories Above The Beach, This Resort Offers Impressive Views Of The Emerald Coast And Easy Access To The Beach. In Season, A Poolside Deli And Provisions Shop Offer Snacks And Necessities, And Frosty Beverages Are Served At The Resort's Beachfront Bar.
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Comfort Inn Destin
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
19001 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, FL 32541
This Destin FL hotel is ideally located for guests to enjoy all the city has to offer. The Comfort Inn® hotel is conveniently situated on Emerald Coast Parkway, across the street from Destin Beach.
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Inn On Destin Harbor
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
402 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541
Sitting High Atop The Bluffs Overlooking Destin Harbor, The Gulf Of Mexico And East Pass, Is The Inn On Destin Harbor In Destin, Fla. This Inn Offers Guests Ever-changing Panoramic Views Of The Area.
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ResortQuest Rentals at SunDestin Beach Resort
3 out of 5 Star Rating
1040 Hwy 98 East Destin, FL 32541
Resortquest Rentals At Sundestin Beach Resort Is Located In Destin, Fla. On The Beach, Across The Street From Big Kahuna's Water Park, Five Miles From Silver Sands Outlet Mall, Indoor And Outdoor Pools, Sunny D's Beachside Bar & Grill, Fitness Center.
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Sterling Resorts - Sterling Shores
3 out of 5 Star Rating
1751 Scenic Highway 98 East Destin, FL 32541
This Condominium Resort Has A 4,300 Square-foot Heated Lagoon-style Pool, Beachside Pool, Sundecks And Lush Tropical Landscaping. Children's Programs Offer An Ideal Social Setting For Kids Of All Ages And The On Site 42-Seat Movie Theater Offers Everything From Box-office Hits To Sporting Events.
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SummerPlace Inn
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
14047 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, FL 32541
The Summerplace Inn Is Located In Destin, Fla. One-half Mile From The Gulf Of Mexico, One Mile From From Destin Commons Mall, Complimentary Continental Breakfasts, Outdoor Pool, Heated Indoor Pool, Spa Tub, Complimentary High-speed Internet Access Throughout The Hotel, Fitness Center.
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Country Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4415 Commons Dr E Destin, FL 32541
The Country Inn & Suites Is Located In Destin, Fla., One Mile From Henderson Beach State Recreation Area, Eight Miles From U.s. Air Force Armament Museum, Complimentary Breakfasts, Heated Outdoor Pool And Spa Tub, Complimentary High-speed Internet Access.
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Ramada Limited Destin
2 out of 5 Star Rating
39 Old Highway 98 Destin, FL 32550
The Ramada Limited Destin is located on the beachside of HWY 98 and Scenic Gulf Drive 200 yards from the Gulf of Mexico. This hotel offers beach access without crossing the street.

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Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
3 out of 5 Star Rating
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Destin, FL 32541
The Resort Features Boutique, Designer And Outlet Shopping, Fine And Casual Dining, Salon And Day Spa, And Fun Children's Programs And Activities. Sandestin Golf And Beach Resort Offers A Full-service Marina, Water Sports, Charter Sailing And Fishing, 15 World-class Tennis Courts, A Fitness Center And Four Championship Golf Courses.
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ResortQuest Rentals at Crystal Villas
3 out of 5 Star Rating
2850 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541
The Resortquest Rentals At Crystal Villas Is Located In Destin, Fla., Beachfront On Crystal Beach, One Mile From Destin Commons Shops, One Mile From Kelly Plantation Golf Club,
Indoor And Outdoor Pools, Beachfront Boardwalk, Laundry Facilities.
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ResortQuest Rentals at Pelican Beach Resort
3 out of 5 Star Rating
1002 Highway 98 East Destin, FL 32541
The Resortquest Rentals At Pelican Beach Are Located In Destin, Fla., Less Than Two Miles From Henderson Beach State Park, Two Miles From Big Kahuna's Water Park, Six Miles From The Silver Sands Factory Stores, Restaurant, Exercise Room, Indoor, Outdoor And Kiddie Pools, Pets Not Allowed.
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Candlewood Suites Destin-Miramar Beach
11396 US 98 West
Travelers looking for the newest comfortable and convenient extended stay hotel in Destin, Florida can make the smart choice and book with Candlewood Suites of Destin and Miramar Beach.
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Restaurants - Ratings by Google

Louisiana Lagniappe - Ratings by Google
4.5 Stars
775 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL
thelouisianalagniappe.com

Fudpucker'S-Destin Beachside
3.5 Stars
20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32541
fudpucker.com

Harbor Docks: Restaurant
3.5 Stars
538 Highway 98 E., Destin, FL 32541-2328
harbordocks.com

Dewey Destin Seafood Restaurant
4 Stars
9 Calhoun Ave., Destin, FL 32541-1501
destinseafood.com

Hooter's Restaurant
4 Stars
15015 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32541-3339
hooters.com

Cuvee Beach Restaurants
3 Stars
36120 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32541-4705
cuveebeach.com

International Hog's Breath
Not Rated
536 Mountain Dr., Destin, FL 32541-7351
hogsbreath.com

Trader VIC's Restaurant and Mai Tai Bar
Not Rated
4201 Two Trees Rd., Destin, FL 32541-3322
tradervics.com

The Lighthouse Restaurants
4 Stars
878 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL 32541
destinlighthouserestaurant.com

Blue Point Fish Club: Restaurant
3 Stars
4304 Legendary Dr., Destin, FL 32541-8600
rdgchicago.com

Grazie Cafe Italian Restaurant
Not Rated
1771 Scenic Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541-3312
cafe-grazie.com

Pepitos Mexican Restaurant
Not Rated
757 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541-2561
pepitosdestin.com

Jasmine Thai Restaurant
4.5 Stars
4424 Commons Dr E., Destin, FL 32541
jasminethai-destin.com

Commander's Palace Restaurant
Not Rated
34 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541-7365
commanderspalace.com

A J's Seafood & Oyster Bar
3 Stars
116 Highway 98 E., Destin, FL 32541-2312
ajs-destin.com

Mc Guire's Irish Pub of Destin
4.5 Stars
33 Highway 98 E., Destin, FL 32541-2309
mcguiresirishpub.com

Marina Cafe
4 Stars
404 Highway 98 E., Destin, FL 32541-2326
destinchops30a.com

Things To Do

Bounty Hunter Charter Boat
404 Harbor Blvd. Destin, FL
850-650-1534
www.charterdestin.com

Just Chute Me! Parasail
194 US 98, Destin, FL 32541
parasaildestin.com

Sunrise Charter Boat
210 Highway 98 E., Destin, FL 32541
destin-charter-fishing.com

Shamrock II Charters
East Pass Marina, 288 Hwy. 98 E., Destin, FL 32541
shamrock2charters.com

LOF Divers
B- Dock Shalimar Yacht Basin
100 Old Ferry Road, Shalimar, FL 32579
lofdivers.com

Scubatech
301 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541-2383
scubatechnwfl.com

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises
100 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541-2312
dolphin-sstar.com

Luther's Pontoon & Jet Ski Rentals
202 Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541
lutherspontoon.com

Adventure Boat Rentals
314 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541-2382
adventurepontoon.com

Indian Bayou Golf & Country
1 Country Club Dr E., Destin, FL 32541
indianbayougolf.com

Emerald Bay Golf Club
40001 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32541
emeraldbaygolfclub.com

Regatta Bay Golf & Country Clb
465 Regatta Bay Blvd., Destin, FL 32541
regattabay.com

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