Destin, Florida: The Jewel of the Emerald Coast PDF Print E-mail

Destin, Florida is one of the most coveted vacation destinations on the Panhandle of Florida. Its nickname, "the world's luckiest fishing village" rings true; Destin has a large fishing fleet that boasts some of the best fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. The city lays claim to some of the whitest beaches and the clear blue water is perfect for scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming. There are thousands of condominiums lining the beach and each has its own amenities from a simple beach cottage to a luxury resort. The town is known for its nightlife due to the numerous restaurants, nightclubs, oyster bars, and seafood venues. There is a hotel, resort, or restaurant to meet any taste or fancy for the vacationing guests.

Known as the Jewel of the Emerald Coast, Destin welcomes more than 4 million visitors each year. Tourist attractions around Destin include water parks, amusement parks, jet ski rentals, charter boats, and pleasure boats. A common tourist activity is renting a small boat or sail boat and cruising up and down the beach bikini watching the beach goers and dropping in to shore for a cold beer and some raw oysters. Whether you are in Destin for a family vacation or a business endeavor, the city's residents are friendly and ready to give you the vacation or business experience of a lifetime. Located between Pensacola Florida and Panama City Florida, Destin can be easily accessed on Highway 98 via Fort Walton Beach, Florida or Highway 293 across the Bay Bridge from Seminole.