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Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc./Destin-Fort Walton Beach-Okaloosa Island

Encompassing the southern sea towns of Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, Florida's Emerald Coast provides the perfect backdrop for family fun with 24 miles of sugar-white sands and sparkling emerald-green waters. With more than 300 festivals and special events annually, from the Billy Bowlegs Festival and Destin Fishing Rodeo... Read More
Encompassing the southern sea towns of Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, Florida's Emerald Coast provides the perfect backdrop for family fun with 24 miles of sugar-white sands and sparkling emerald-green waters. With more than 300 festivals and special events annually, from the Billy Bowlegs Festival and Destin Fishing Rodeo to the Emerald Coast Boat Week and Destin Seafood Festival, a good time is always close at hand. Destin's claim to fame as "The World's Luckiest Fishing Village" is no idle boast with nine world records and Florida's largest charter boat fleet. Although the preferred activity in the Emerald Coast is "relaxing and doing as little as possible," visitors also enjoy teeing off on 1,080 challenging holes of famous golf, designed by such world-renowned architects as Finger, Dye and Fazio. Destin, Fort Walton and Okaloosa Island accommodations offer priceless vacations without the price. More than 14,000 Gulf-edged rooms are available including popular hotels, spacious condominiums, a bed and breakfast inn, beach cottages and five-bedroom bungalows. Read Less
  • 1540 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E.
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Phone: 850-651-7131

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Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun. 12p.m.-4p.m.

General Information
Distance from Airport: 7miles
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun. 12p.m.-4p.m.
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Wheelchair-friendly
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Kelly, \r\n\r\nWe would be happy to send you information about weddings on the Emerald Coast. Please email or call our sales team at cvbsales@co.okaloosa.fl.us or 850-651-7647. \r\n\r\nBest Wishes, \r\nAllison Phillips

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Kelly
11/12/2012

hello, We are interested in having our wedding and reception in your area in June 2013. Could you please send us some pamphlets and info regarding restaurants and venues that we could have both activities?

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Property Response
11/12/2012

Hi Kim,\r\n\r\nI will follow up with you and send you an entire welcome package to include a Destination Video of the area. Thank you for your patience. Cordially, Sherry Rushing, CTIS

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Kim Miller
09/07/2012

I did not receive the brochure

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Property Response
09/07/2012

@A Ward: A brochure was sent to you on August 22nd as our mail had already ran for that day. Please let us know if you do not receive it in 2-3 weeks. Thank you for your interest in visiting Florida\'s Emerald Coast, and we know you will enjoy your visit!

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A Ward
08/21/2012

Please send a brochure on Destin and surrounding areas to: 1231 Moore RD, Cairo GA 39828

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Tricia Adams
06/20/2012

Please send me a brochure on Destin and surrounding areas to 482 Curtis Locke Station Rd. Batesville, Ms 38606

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Property Response
06/20/2012

Gina, I am sorry the reservationist at Holiday Inn Resort on Okaloosa Island did not offer you the listed special. I spoke with the management and they said it should have been honored and the special is still valid through October. You can call the Sales Office directly at 800-526-6427 and Angie or Ivana would be happy to help you with your reservation. Thank you for visiting the Emerald Coast!

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Gina Groves
09/24/2010

I am trying to reserve a 3 day reservation @ holiday inn resort on ookaloosa island and they are saying there is not a special of 20% off with a three day booking as advertised under emerald specials on your website

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09/24/2010

INFORMATION REGARDING WALTON COUNTY'S RECYCLING PROGRAM AT HTTP://WWW.WALTONOUTDOORS.COM/RECYCLE-WALTON/

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Sandra
04/06/2010

Why doesn't Florida recycle?? we enjoyed a wonderful week in Miramar Beach, Destin last week, but were unable to recycle anything! No recycling location in building, or locality that we could find and were ashamed to be adding to land fill our bottles, bags cardboard, paper etc... What a shame for such a important area of conservation. Anyone have any knowledge of where recycling may occur in this vicinity, or who to contact to discuss further? Thank you.

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Paul
02/17/2010

Do you have time shares ? If so how can I find out about them ?

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aklyle9855
06/04/2009

How would I find a nice spa where husband and I could get a massage. Also are there any places in Fort Walton that rent bicycles?

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40% off with purchase of every 2 nights! Enjoy a beachfront property with great amenities and a updated, $1 million renovation. PROMO CODE: ZB4 Website Read Less

20% off admission price per person

Florida Resident Discount

Available now until March 1 2013

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Delight in watching dolphins leap and sea lions play during spectacular shows! Or participate and interact directly with these and other remarkable marine animals including stingrays, sharks, and otters through new interactive programming. Enjoy educational exhibits and beautiful ocean views. Birthday party and special event packages available. Website Read Less

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Available now until March 1 2013

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Delight in watching dolphins leap and sea lions play during spectacular shows! Or participate and interact directly with these and other remarkable marine animals including stingrays, sharks, and otters through new interactive programming. Enjoy educational exhibits and beautiful ocean views. Birthday party and special event packages available. Website Read Less

New Year's Parade

December 29, 2012

Hours: 5:00 - 10:00 PM

Address: 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541

Event Website

Who wants some beads?! Jon us as HarborWalk Village transforms into "The Big Easy". Enjoy...

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New Year's Eve Celebration

From December 31, 2012 to January 1, 2013

Hours: 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Address: 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541

Event Website

Dine, drink and dance into the New Year throughout HarborWalk Village. Enjoy live music in...

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5th Annual Mardi Gras Parade

February 9, 2013

Hours: 2:00 - 11:00 PM

Admission: Free

Address: 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541

Event Website

Enjoy dazzling floats, colorful costumes, street performers, and float riders tossing handfuls of beads! Stay...

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Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc./Destin-Fort Walton Beach-Okaloosa Island

The Emerald Coast

The Emerald Coast

Fall is beautiful on the Emerald Coast. Do you have plans to visit us soon?

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The Emerald Coast

The Emerald Coast

@donald_lindsey Thanks for the #FF! Have a good one!

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The Emerald Coast

@tristaka10 Aw you're making us blush! :) We're so excited that you're enjoying yourself!

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The Emerald Coast

Today marks World Tourism Day! Join the party and schedule a weekend trip to Emerald Coast! Find specials here: http://t.co/9BIrbkyn

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@xsarah_leex Sounds like you're going to have a great time! Enjoy! :)

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Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc./Destin-Fort Walton Beach-Okaloosa Island Videos

ECTV Cook Your Catch.mp4

ECTV Cook Your Catch.mp4 September 13, 2012

Want a meal that serves up the freshest seafood! Come along with the Emerald Coast CVB as we show you restaurants along Destin and Ft. Walton Beach that will...

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Mardi_Gras_Along_FL_Emerald_Coast.wmv August 30, 2012

Experience Mardi Gras the family-friendly way with two parades and week of fun, entertainment, food, activites and more! From Harborwalk Village to Ft. Walton, Mardi Gras is sure be...

Dog Daze Festival.mp4

Dog Daze Festival.mp4 August 30, 2012

This fall, come experience a festival like no other with a man's best friend-his dog! From microchipping to adjility, dogs and people alike are sure to find a full...

ECTV 24- Shop Til' You Drop.mp4

ECTV 24- Shop Til' You Drop.mp4 August 21, 2012

Shop the Emerald Coast with boutiques, outlets and antiques! You are sure to find just what you are looking for!

ECTV 24-Pool-Tastic Along the Emerald Coast.mp4

ECTV 24-Pool-Tastic Along the Emerald Coast.mp4 August 21, 2012

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