Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2025
We're excited to announce the completion of our room renovations at our nostalgic 20-room motor-court style motel. Located in the charming Crystal Beach community at the corner of Hutchinson and Scenic Highway 98 across from the Shore at Crystal Beach Park, we've been a popular spot for family beach vacations for decades. With our recent refresh, the Inn has been transformed into a modern coastal motel while still embodying its original roadside charm...
Posted on Tuesday, January 21, 2025
With a temperate climate and gorgeous surroundings, Destin, Miramar Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, and the beach towns along Scenic Highway 30A are prime locations to live, work, and play. Whether you're considering a second home, a vacation rental investment, a retirement retreat, or just planning your next Florida beach vacation, the area offers mild winters and warm summers--ideal for every lifestyle.
Year-Round Temperatures for Destin, Florida at a
Posted on Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Here along Florida's Emerald Coast in towns including Destin, Niceville, Santa Rosa Beach and Grayton Beach, craft breweries are celebrating a growing fan base. While Maguire’s Irish Pub was the first to serve up its own locally brewed beer more than 25 years ago, there are now a variety of local breweries producing micro-brews from Fort Walton Beach to the towns of 30A. Here’s a round-up of the best craft beers and breweries along Florida...
Posted on Thursday, October 10, 2024
This year’s Festival will showcase more than 100 visual artists, 7 live music and theater performances, master craftsman blacksmith demonstrations, and a kids’ Splatter Studio. With comfortable rooms at Beachside Inn and well-appointed vacation rentals in Crystal Village nearby, it's a great time to plan an artistic getaway. Here's the inside scoop on this year's festival...
FRIDAY KICK-OFF PARTY
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) will
Posted on Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Hurricane Helene made landfall as a hurricane in the Big Bend region of Florida and has weakened to a tropical storm. As of Friday morning, the storm was moving through Macon, Georgia and 100 miles southeast of Atlanta according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
Fortunately, Destin and 30A’s beaches received minimal impact. The beaches look beautiful today and are open to the public, however, double red flags are still in effect
Posted on Thursday, August 8, 2024
The City of Destin, Florida is celebrating its 40th Anniversary as an incorporated city. As Newman-Dailey celebrates 39 years in the Destin, we're reminded how our CEO, Jeanne Dailey, and long-time staff members have been part of the city's heritage and evolution since the beginning.
It's been an exciting four decades, which have created some wonderful traditions, including the annual blessing of the fleet, the Destin Fishing Rodeo, and Destin Seafood
Posted on Friday, July 19, 2024
Nestled along the Gulf Coast just east of Downtown Destin, Crystal Beach is home to some of Destin's best restaurants. From sidewalk cafes to fine dining, Crystal Beach is a popular spot for enjoying delectable dishes prepared with local ingredients from area farmers and fisherman. With the same sugar white, soft sand beaches that have made the Destin area popular, many Crystal Beach restaurants feature delicious menu items as well as an incredible
Posted on Wednesday, June 19, 2024
When you plan a summer beach vacation in Destin, Florida, it's great to know there are lots of fun FREE things to do once you arrive. While relaxing along our white sand beaches is the #1 free activity, we've rounded up some of our other favorite things to do in the summertime that are available at no cost.
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Beach Bonfire (Miramar Beach
Posted on Friday, May 10, 2024
Destin is a family favorite, not only among the kids but also the furriest members of your family. For those looking for a pet-friendly place to stay in Destin, look no further than the charming Beachside Inn located in the heart of the Crystal Beach neighborhood. As a dog-friendly property, we've highlighted our top 5 dog-friendly spots along Florida's Emerald Coast.
Destin Dog Park
For an off-leash spot to run you pooch,
Posted on Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Destin, Florida is renowned for its fresh seafood. As such, there are many local seafood restaurants that offer grilled, fried, and battered seafood options, but what about sushi? Read below to see some of the best sushi spots in Destin, Florida:
Wagyu (McGuire's Japanese Sushi & Steaks)
McGuire’s is a well-known name in Destin. Locals have gone, or at the very least know someone who has gone to this establishment.