Restaurants

Gulf Coast restaurants offer a broad array of cuisine choices in addition to the freshest seafood available anywhere. Seafood lovers will find restaurants serving only the freshest fish, shrimp, oysters, crabs, and lobsters. In addition to the fresh seafood fare, diners will be pleased to find restaurants also serve more traditional southern fare, Carribean, Cajun and even Oriental specialties. Whether you prefer exquisitely prepared dishes in a more formal atmosphere or a cheeseburger in paradise, you¹ll find something to your liking on the Gulf Coast.
Some of our recommendations:

  • Pompano Joes
  • Harbor Docks
  • The Crab Shack
  • The Back Porch
  • AJ’s Seafood

Shopping

Whether you're a bargain hunter that likes to shop 'til you drop or just someone looking for a souveneir and some shade, the gulf coast has what you need. From charming keepsake boutiques, antique shops, and art galleries to an array of over 200 outlet stores and beach supply shops, the gulf coast is equipped to suit your tastes and budget.

Can’t miss shopping...

  • Silver Shells Outlet Mall (designer outlet stores including Polo, Mikasa, Tommy)
  • Destin Commons (all new and exciting featuring the Bass Pro Shop)
  • The Village at Baytowne (located in Sandestin with unique shops you won’t find anywhere else!)
Activities

Destin is filled with options for active vacationers. There are numerous golf courses (including miniature golf!), fishing, snorkeling, diving, dolphin cruises, parasailing, wave runners and more!

Kids Play

The Big Kahuna Waterpark is directly across the street from our Pelican Beach property. There are also go-kart tracks, miniature golf, Gulfarium complete with a dolphin show and more.

Destin Weather

Average of 343 Sunny Days Per Year!

  • Summer Average Temp | High 88° 31C | Low 62° 17C
  • Spring Average Temp | High 82° 28C | Low 56°13C
  • Winter Average Temp | High 70° 21C | Low 48° 9C
  • Fall Average Temp | High 84° 29C | Low 54°12C

 

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