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Vacation Forward in South Walton and Destin, Florida

Do you want to have fun on vacation and leave feeling great? If you answered "yes," we invite you to "Vacation Forward" on your next South Walton or Destin beach vacation. As vacationers, we like to take mementos home with us that remind us of our visit and our experiences. But have you considered leaving something instead?  Vacation Forward is about “giving back” to the destination and "paying it forward" to the community and the next traveler.  You'll have a fun vacation and feel great about doing something positive... Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Plan Your Destin Vacation during Late Summer Value Season & Save

A summer beach vacation is a cherished tradition for many families. For beach lovers who plan a late summer beach getaway, you’ll be rewarded! Guests who book stays at a participating Newman-Dailey vacation rental from August 15 – September 2 will enjoy savings of up to 30% off summer rates. These incredible savings mean you’ll have more money to do the things you love to do at the beach: Rent a boat. Have you ever considered renting a boat in Destin and heading out to explore the Destin Harbor, waterways of the Choctawhatchee Bay or Crab Island Continue reading

Published on Monday, May 16, 2016

Give Dad the Gift of Father's Day in Destin

Looking for a creative and personalized Father’s Day gift for Dad? Consider giving him the BEST Father’s Day gift ever—time with family on a Destin beach vacation!  Whether Dad enjoys being active or simply relaxing, the beaches of South Walton and Destin, Fla. have something for everyone.    Depending on Dad’s interests, here’s suggestions for things to do in Destin : Beach Time While there are plenty of ways to stay active in Destin, Dad may just want to enjoy relaxing on the beach, building sandcastles Continue reading

Published on Friday, May 13, 2016

What to bring for your stay in a Destin vacation rental

Your beach vacation is almost here! As you plan for your beach getaway, we’ve compiled a list of suggested items to bring when staying in a South Walton or Destin vacation rental. Here are the top things to bring when packing for your beach vacation.  Beach supplies: Cooler Sunscreen Sunglasses Hat Beach towels Bathing suits Goggles/masks, snorkels, and fins Beach toys Frisbee or football Beach read and/or magazines Cooking/Kitchens: Your favorite coffee grounds Coffee filters Insulated cup to keep drinks cold on the beach (no glass allowed on the Continue reading

Published on Monday, May 9, 2016

Mother's Day in Destin

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Moms! For those celebrating Mother’s Day in Destin, there is no shortage of opportunities to show Mom you love her on the Emerald Coast! Consider starting with a Mother’s Day brunch. Here are few of our favorite locations: Harry T’s - If you are staying near the Destin Harbor, you might want to treat Mom to a day at Harborwalk Village, which is home to many attractions and restaurants.  Harry T’s has a delicious brunch selection from 11 am until 2 pm which includes omelets, crab cakes and a bakery basket Continue reading

Published on Friday, May 6, 2016

Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort - A Secluded Oasis in South Walton

When we hosted Karyn Slovin with Alpharetta Lifestyles last month at Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort , we hoped that her getaway would be everything she was dreaming about. She was looking for the perfect South Walton or Destin vacation rental that would be a comfortable home away from home along with a mix of activity and relaxation. She found it all at Hidden Dunes. Karyn visited the resort with her daughter at the end of February.  Here’s how she described her condo:  “… had panoramic views and felt like a five-star resort, decorated Continue reading

Published on Thursday, May 5, 2016

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