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When it comes to booking your perfect vacation getaway, Destin Getaways Vacation Rentals is the place to call.

As Owner John Paulsen puts it, “we are a boutique store and are very hands-on, keeping both the property owners and guests very happy.  We are not just a number in the bin. We find that vacationers are looking for something they don’t have at home, for nice accommodations and amenities and things  to do,  we deliver on all accounts.”

Elmo’s Grill has been in business in SoWal for almost 30 years now and owners Brad and Amanda Josten plan to keep serving great food for 30 more.

“We took over in May 2016 and have done a lot of tweaking to the original menu,” says Brad.

Exquisite end to end, top to bottom.  Imagery and words attempt to describe the beauty & character that is 11 Moongate Court in Alys Beach, overlooking Scenic 30A. 

Caliza Restaurant at Alys Beach, now open for the season, has received the Diners’ Choice Award as a result of being voted by diners as a top-rated restaurant experience.

The unique open-air restaurant and bar has received top honors in several categories for the Northwest Florida region: best overall dining experience, best food, best service, best ambiance, best outdoor dining, romantic atmosphere, and other top foodie ratings. The OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award lists are a celebration of top-rated restaurants.

Last week, I joined the SoWal team for lunch at La Cocina. The restaurant has been open in its Seacrest Beach spot for over ten years and is well known for its Latin-inspired cuisine and great margaritas in a festive atmosphere. It's been high on my list of SoWal restaurants to experience, all of my expectations were fulfilled and more.

The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for January 2020, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.

Single family homes closed sales were up 2.1% for January 2020 compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was up 14.3%. Inventory was down .9%. Median sales price was up 11.4%. Dollar volume was up 54.8% over last year at $162 Million.

Come enjoy the beach in SoWal as you soak up the sunshine — and savings — at Hilton Sandestin Beach!

We have a lot of great spots to catch live music in SoWal, but it's hard to match the atmosphere and intimacy of the REP Theatre main stage in Seaside. Every seat in the house is a good one, there's only 75, which almost gives it a living room atmosphere. Exceptional artists in an intimate setting, with beer & wine served! Be sure to catch a show at The REP before or after dining at one of Seaside's excellent restaurants.

Visitors to SoWal spend a lot of time along Scenic 30A, and a MUST visit to Alys Beach is always in order. Located on the east end of South Walton (just west of Rosemary Beach), locals and out-of-towners are always amazed at the unique architecture, courtyards, green spaces, gardens and parks found within the Alys Beach community.

The Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show takes place February 28 - March 1, 2020 at Aaron Bessant Park in Panama City Beach.  This land-based show will feature boat displays from all major manufacturers and the top dealers representing the latest in boats, high tech engines, electronics and marine accessories. Boats ranging from entry level bow riders and center consoles all the way up to the next generation 42' center consoles with quad outboards that have become so popular. Buyers will find everything in-between. REAL. FUN. BOATS.