South Walton Florida News

Southwest Announces Direct Flights To Panama City

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:32:00 GMT

Many travelers will gain greater access to Beaches of South Walton and its collection of 15 picturesque beach communities, sugar-white sand and emerald-green water. Southwest Airlines will open a gateway to the scenic beauty of the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast for travelers from places like Baltimore, Chicago, Houston, New York and Washington,...

Frommer's Names Florida Panhandle Beaches Top 12 Destination For 2010

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:57:00 GMT

Florida Panhandle Beaches, United States Like the Rodney Dangerfield of the American Southeast, Florida's panhandle never gets the respect it deserves. Dubbed the "Redneck Riviera" by dismissive northerners, northwest Florida, in fact, contains some of the most diverse recreation choices along Florida's drastically under-appreciated Gulf coast, and...

Hands Across The Sand

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:14:00 GMT

In the near future The Citizens of Florida will have an opportunity to show their opposition to near shore oil drilling as close as 3 to 10 miles off our coast. This movement will be made of people of all walks of life and will cross political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our shoreline, our tourism, our...

Southwest Airline Offers Flights To Panama City Int'l Airport

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:54:00 GMT

Southwest Airlines Announces Service From Northwest Florida's New International Airport, Near Panama City, Florida

Southwest Airlines and The St. Joe Company Enter Into Strategic Alliance to Land Jet Service at Region's Newest Airport; Carrier Plans

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Relax This Summer At The Beaches Of South Walton

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This summer put your cares aside and vacation in a place that promotes peace and tranquility, a place that encourages rest and relaxation, a place where every path leads to the sea, the Beaches of South Walton. Escape to the beauty of the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and powder white sand that runs alongside it. The Beaches of South Walton...

Take A Tour Along 30-A

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Separating powder-white sands and emerald-green waters from award winning dining and diverse shopping, Highway 30- A is a road leading to all that is good. So take a road trip... or bike ride... and discover the amazing beach communities that surround this South Walton Beach Highway. First stop, Santa Rosa Beach’s Gulf Place! An artist community filled...

Second Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Local celebrities can be found “Somewhere in Time” at the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Area Council’s Second Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner, August 14, 2008, at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa. “Celebrities” throughout Greater Walton Area and the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast will serve up delectable fare while dressed in attire...

Emerald Coast Honored For Restoring Its Beaches

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Everyone knows that the Emerald Coast has great beaches, but now the area has an award to prove it. The seven miles of nourished shoreline in western Walton County and the City of Destin won the 2008 Best Restored Beaches Award from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association. Tracy Louthain, spokeswoman for the Walton County Tourist Development...

Beautiful Dune Lakes Of South Walton

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Downy white and teetering on long black legs, the Ardea alba is belly-deep in the dark water at the lake’s rim. Tiny bulged eyes focus just below the surface, black pupils darting left and right, and then farther right. An iridescent flash cues the primitive bird brain to strike, and the sharp yellow bill pierces the water like a needle punctures fabric...

Business And Community Leaders Declare It ‘the Beach’

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

After 13 months of planning, the previously unknown Coastal Vision 3000 Committee unveiled a plan to unify and strengthen the identity of Okaloosa, Walton, Bay and Gulf counties. Committee chairman Buddy Runnels presented the committee’s proposal for “The Beach” at the Feb. 6 Walton Area Chamber’s Power of Business luncheon at the Sandestin Golf and...

Family Fun And Natural Beauty Along The Emerald Coast

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

If you've lived in Montgomery for more than about a year, you've probably had the opportunity to take a vacation to the Gulf Coast with your family. Those of us who were fortunate enough to grow up within driving distance of the Emerald Coast have made dozens of trips to the beach with our families and friends, and for good reasons. The coasts of Northwest...

South Walton Hot Spot: Gulfplace Town Center

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Gulfplace is a local delight unlike any other with it’s eclectic design decked with southern class. Located a little outside of Sandestin at the intersection of 30 A and 393 just off Hwy. 98, it’s a quaint yet completely unique hot spot. Nestled in the heart of the town square are the charming local artist huts. There are no two things alike from wildlife...

Kenny Rogers To Perform At Seaside

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Kenny Rogers, legendary singer, performer and actor, will hold a benefit concert on Wednesday, Aug. 2, for The Lighthouse Family Retreat in Seaside. Tickets are $58. For the past two years, entertainer Amy Grant has performed at the retreat’s fundraising concerts. But when rescheduling conflicts arose and Grant was unable to perform this year, the Lighthouse...