May 20, 2013 by admin
Right on the main square in Seaside is a kick of a little store we love. Stacy and Brian Pritchett have a great place to shop where West meets Beach for stylish clothing, accessories, jewelry, footwear, and unique gifts and items for your ranch.
April 10, 2013 by SoWal Staff
Walk into Duckies in Seaside and if you don't break out in a smile then you better check your pulse. Known as the "silliest place in Seaside", Duckies Shop of Fun is a whimsical wonderland full of toys, kids' clothing, beach hats & bags, and much more.
Shelves overflow with plush pals, retro and eco-friendly playthings, joke boxes, beach toys, die cast vehicles and other things to make kids of all ages smile. Giving back to individuals in need, the community and area charities is a core mission of the store.
Everybody loves Duckies!
You no longer have to be a real estate tycoon to own an entire exclusive beach town like Seaside, Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach. Just roll the dice and buy your favorite SoWal beach town with fake money, then charge everybody rent. Roll again, pass Go AND collect $200!
Beginning this month, beach lovers will have the opportunity to become South Walton’s next sand baron with the launch of the official MONOPOLY® game from Hasbro and 30A Games.
Local Catch Bar & Grill has been going strong and gaining popularity since opening nine months ago and there are no signs of slowing down. The restaurant's coastal cuisine with a southern twist was an instant hit here in SoWal and they continue to gather faithful followers even over the off season. Known for using quality, fresh ingredients in all of their unique dishes, it's easy to see why Local Catch has already become a must-eat destination.
Getting hitched like a local is effortless in the Backyard of Love, behind Hibiscus Coffee and Guest House. Located in the heart of Grayton Beach, this whimsical little gem embodies the very spirit of the area. There are many places in SoWal to tie the knot, but if you want a more intimate setting, look no further than the Backyard of Love. With seating for 80 people, this is the perfect place to host your wedding events.
The Souh Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) has named MC and Stella Davis as its 2012 Van Ness Butler Hospitality Award recipients. This award was first presented to Van Ness Butler Jr. in honor of his visionary leadership and the continuation of his family's legacy in making South Walton a premier tourist destination.
There’s a special category of cinematographer whose job is to bring a camera to bear in places the audience is unlikely to otherwise visit.
They pursue the inaccessible, and render the quiet workings of little-known worlds.
“I get in the water,” says Elam Stoltzfus. “That’s what you have to do to get your shot. And I love doing it.”
You’ve just re-connected with a high school classmate on Facebook. Unfortunately, your newly found former acquaintance has just invited herself and the entire family to the beach for the long holiday weekend. What to do?
First, thank your lucky stars the old Seagrove Villa Motel survived the real estate bubble. Next - tell the friend in Atlanta or Nashville or wherever she currently calls home to make better use of her time online and surf over to and get a room at the Seagrove Villas Motel.
SoWal is South Walton County in the Florida Panhandle between Destin and Panama City Beach. You'll see our area referred to as the Emerald Coast, Scenic 30A, 30A, and even the Redneck Riviera. Some just call it paradise, aka - the world's most beautiful beaches.
