Silver Sands Donna Burgess

Budget conscious or travelers without kids know that the fall may be the best time to visit. There are many reasons other than finding cheap hotels to plan your beach vacation later in the year. Many fall visitors take their Destin Vacation annually and if you are a shopper, you know what that means! For the last 9 years Silver Sands has been hosting Autum Tides, a shopping event that rewards customers that spend over $300 in one a day through out October a limited edition print by awarding winning artist Donna Burgess. As the 10th anniversary this print is one that you will not want missing from your collection. There will be an artist reception planned so if you are a big fan make sure you attend. For additional information on Silver Sands and Donna Burgess you can call 850.654.9771. If you are planning on heading down to Destin for this even be sure to find hotels near Silver Sands at Cheap Destin Hotels. If you are considering a home or condo, then check out Destin Vacations Deals.

Destin Fall Specials

Our favorite time in Destin is just around the corner. Experienced travelers and locals all know that the best time to visit Destin is in the fall. The weather is mild, the water temp of the Gulf feels like bath water, no waits at the restaurants or attractions, and wide open beaches! The fall generally has a lower demand due to families with school aged kids are not able to get away. When the demand falls, so do the hotel rates in Destin! Searching for Destin fall specials? They may be hard to find since the rates are already at near all time lows. The only cheaper time to come is in the winter! To get the best deal on hotels check out Cheap Destin Hotels. If you are considered a condo or beach house visit Destin Vacation Deals. Once you come in the fall, you may never want to leave!

Destin Oil Spill 2011

It’s just a little over a year after the Deepwater Horizon explosion and we still get many inquiries regarding the oil spill in Destin. Tourism in Destin is booming, in fact many discount hotels are starting to sell out for certain dates, something that generally does not happen this far out. Many guest have been to the beaches and seen it for themselves, they are as beautiful as ever! With so many concerned visitors we have decided to post a Destin Oil Spill 2011 update. We will re-visit the oil spill topic in Destin until it is put to bed.

Our current Destin Oil Spill 2011 update:

The beaches in Destin are fantastic. The water is spotless. The fishing is great.

So if you have been waiting to book your trip to Destin, now is the time to do so! If you are looking for discount hotels be sure to check out Cheap Destin Hotels. If you prefer a vacation rental check out Destin Vacation Deals. Whatever you do, don’t wait too long or you will miss a chance to enjoy the best beaches in the country!

White Sand Beaches in Florida

Why are the beaches in Destin white? Did you know only a few select beaches in the world have the same sugar white sand? In fact there are only a few select white sand beaches in Florida. The sand found today in the Florida Panhandle (Pensacola Beach, Destin, & Panama City Beach) is originated millions of years ago from the Appalachian Mountains. The beaches in Desitn and the Emerald Coast have gone thousands of years without the influence of silt bearing rivers, which is a pretty unique situation. The average beaches consists of over 20 types of materials and the white beaches in Florida only consist of one! The material that makes these beaches the best in the country is fine even sized grains of quartz and because of it's reflective nature it makes the white beaches cool! This means Destin and the few other select white beaches in Florida are extremely rare and that means you must plan a trip to the beach see them for yourself! The best way to see the beaches is to stay right on them. Be sure to visit this link for Desitn Vacation Deals. If you are looking for the most affordable way to see the white beaches of Florida than check out Cheap Destin Hotels. Enjoy the white sand beaches in Florida!

Destin Vacation Deals

It's not too late to squeeze in a summer vacation to Destin! With many families with school age children going back to school, August may be the best time to come to the Emerald Coast! The weather is warm as ever, the beaches are spotless, and the lines for restaurants and other Destin Attractions have dwindled. With the lower demand comes a much lower rate and there are many Destin Vacation Deals to take advantage of. With some many types of Destin accomodations finding the best deal can be a challenge. Now with the help of our site http://www.destinvacationdeals.com/ finding that great deal just got a lot easier!

Naples Hotels Cheap

Naples, FL is an upscale beach destination that has a similar feel and quality as Destin. Both cities are popular for fantastic beaches, great golf, outstanding charter fishing, and world class shopping. Naples does seem to have a larger selection of affordable hotels. There is also a great selection of hotels on the beach in Naples. Not to mention, Naples weather is much warmer. We encourage you to keep planning your vacation to Destin, but if you are looking to explore this South Florida city be sure to visit Naples Hotels Cheap.

What to pack for the Beach in Destin.

Many guests of Destin send inquiries on what to pack for the beach. We have decided to offer people taking a vacation to Destin a check list of popular items to bring to the beach. Below you will find items that will make your trip to Destin much more enjoyable.

Sunscreen
Towels
Beach Ball
Beach Blanket
Umbrella
Cooler
Water
Sunglasses
Lip Balm
Chairs
Water Toys
Frisbees
Camera

These are just a few suggested items for the beac. For more tips on Destin check out Destin blog.

Destin Bike Rentals - Things to do in Destin

There are plenty of things to do in Destin and we are experts on enjoying the best of what Destin, FL has to offer. Sometimes guests enjoy the simpler things in life while on vacation in Destin. With so many scenic areas and miles of beach side bike paths, renting a bike is almost as enjoyable as a day at the beach. Biking along Scenic Gulf Drive or Highway 30A can be a real treat. If you are a little more serious on a bike then consider one of the many Forrest trails just outside of Destin in South Walton. There are many Destin Bike Rental companies through out the area so no need to lug one down from home. Renting bikes in Destin is an affordable way to enjoy the area and spend time with your family or loved one. For other things to do in Destin be sure to visit http://www.doitindestin.com/.

Cheap Hotels and a Free Flip Camcorder!

It's said that vacation memories last a life time. What better way to preserve these memories than with a Flip Camcorder? Our affiliate Hotels.com is offering FREE flip camcorder when you book 4 or more nights at select hotels. Not only will you get an affordable hotel in Destin you will also receive a FREE camcorder! This almost sounds to good to be true. Start planning your trip today and be sure to use the link below to take advantage of this great Destin Hotel Deal! This great deal will not last long so book your vacation today.

Summer Sale - Save up to 40% on hotels. Plus book 4+ nights at select hotels and get a free Flip™ camcorder! Use code FLIP4 at checkout. - Expires 6/29/10

Spring Break in Destin, FL!

Spring Break in Destin is just a few weeks away! If you are looking for a city in Florida to spend time with the family over Spring Break consider heading to Destin. The weather in Destin is starting to get warmer and the beach is ready for excitement. Looking for things to do in Destin? Plan you trip with www.doitindestin.com! Searching for Hotels in Destin? Visit www.cheapdestinhotels.com. Maybe you need more room and are looking to rent a beach house? Visit www.destinvacationdeals.com. No matter where you stay this Spring Beak you are sure to have a great time at the beach!

Get up to 40% off on a hotel for this Labor Day

There is not a better place to spend this Labor Day than Destin, Florida. It is still summer in Destin and the water temperature in the Gulf is around 80 degrees! The hotels are cheap compared to peak season and Hotels.com just announced they are offering up to 40% off select hotels. Check out the link above or visit http://www.cheapdestinhotels.com for low priced hotel rooms. Also be sure to check back in just a few days for events and ideas for things to do over this Labor Day in Destin.

New Blog for the Destin Area!

We have been designing websites for several years and we are fairly new to blogs. I know it almost seems outrageous that we are just now catching on. The current projects we are working on include Cheap Destin Hotels, Destin Vacation Deals, and Do It In Destin. These sites are not completed but they are up and running. Feel free to give us some ideas. We live in the local area and we decided we wanted to offer a FREE Concierge program as a supplement to our sites. Our idea is to use this blog to give insight into the local area. We plan to update weekly with important content to the Destin area. We want to highlight Destin events, attractions, and deals to start with. If you are a traveler to our area and you have a question about anything feel free to send it our way and we can get it addressed.