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  • 18th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction
    May 2, 20235.8 min

    The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) is pleased to announce that the 18th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction presented by the Jumonville Family raised $3.5 million for children in need in Northwest Florida. Hosted April 28 and 29 to a sold-out crowd of more than 600 guests, proceeds from the auction benefit DCWAF’s 16 partner children’s charities in Northwest Florida.

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  • The Culinary Guide to 30Avenue
    April 26, 20232.8 min

    When the real estate developers at Corr Group created 30Avenue, its mission was to provide Northwest Florida locals and visitors with an upscale indoor-outdoor destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and office locations. 30Avenue has always been a go-to location for South Walton’s best restaurants, and over the past year they have continued to impress with their new additions in the culinary scene. From global cuisine to Southern comfort foods, 30Avenue boasts a generous selection of casual and fine dining options to enjoy.

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  • Dive Into Creativity with Cultural Arts Alliance
    April 26, 20237.6 min

    Art Month Walton County, an initiative led by the Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) of Walton County and sponsored in part by Visit South Walton, will provide a full month of creative offerings in May, including the “Under The Sea” fundraiser for the Underwater Museum of Art, 35th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival, Longleaf Writers Conference, Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach, The Sound of Music at Emerald Coast Theatre Company, Open Mic Night with Emerald Coast Storytellers, Sinfonia Goes Pop in Alys Beach, events at The Foster Gallery, and more. All happenings take place in Walton County and are part of the Art Month mission to bring together communities, organizations and businesses to present quality and diverse arts entertainment.

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  • THE SEASIDE SCHOOL FOUNDATION CELEBRATES A SUCCESSFUL 21ST ANNUAL SEASIDE SCHOOL HALF MARATHON + 5K
    March 8, 20234.1 min

    On a breathtakingly beautiful February day in Seaside, Florida, thousands of runners gathered on February 19th, 2023 to participate in the 21st Annual Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K. This triumphant event not only brought together racers from all over the country, but also created an incredible opportunity to support The Seaside School Inc.

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  • 5 Family-Friendly Vacation Rentals Perfect for Spring Break on 30A
    February 23, 20233.9 min

    With spring break right around the corner, you’re sure to be on the lookout for the best place to enjoy a beach getaway! Look no further than the vibrant beach communities that can be found along Scenic Highway 30A in Northwest Florida. With walkable beach towns and outdoor entertainment, 30A offers the perfect combination of Gulf front relaxation and family-friendly activities. Read on to learn more about why these 30A vacation rentals make the perfect spring break destination!

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  • Summer Haze Spring Fling is Coming March 19!
    January 30, 20231.5 min

    Southern Sound Music Alliance and North Beach Social are proud to present a new event in the Summer Haze Music Fest event series: Summer Haze Spring Fling!

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  • Emerald Coast Storytellers to Launch First Ever Story-Pairing Dinner Series
    January 30, 20232.5 min

    Emerald Coast Storytellers, a local creative writers group, is launching a series of Story-Pairing Dinners in 2023. The first event will be held on Tuesday, February 7 from 5-8 p.m. at Hotel Effie, located within Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

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  • Restaurant Paradis’ Seventh Annual Prohibition Repeal Dinner Raises $14,000 for Food for Thought Outreach
    January 19, 20233.1 min

    ROSEMARY BEACH, Fla. (January 16, 2023) – Restaurant Paradis is pleased to announce their seventh annual Prohibition Repeal Wine Dinner, presented by 30A Luxury Vacations, raised [...]

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  • Plan Your 2023 Beach Getaway with Royal Destinations
    January 6, 20233.5 min

    Start planning your 2023 visit to 30A today! Whether you desire a specific amenity like a private pool, golf cart, or Gulf front location or seek to stay in a specific 30A community, booking in advance ensures you reserve the best possible home-away-from-home for your beach vacation.

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  • Emerald Ball Benefiting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast
    January 5, 20232.3 min

    Tickets are now on sale for the Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation’s 2023 Emerald Ball to benefit Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast, the event is Saturday, February 4 at 6 p.m. at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort Golf and Spa and is presented by Howard Group, Grand Boulevard, and Silver Sands Premium Outlets.

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  • Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Celebrating 50 Years in 2023
    December 20, 20222.1 min

    For five decades, the resort set on the spectacular Emerald Coast has drawn visitors to its beautiful white-sand beaches, made from quartz carried from the Appalachian Mountains twenty thousand years ago. After fifty years, it's no surprise that the largest resort to be situated on Florida’s Gulf Coast remains the ultimate destination for generations of coastal adventurers, families, couples, reunions, winter vacationers, and getaways.

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  • New General Manager Appointed at Hilton Sandestin Beach
    December 7, 20223.1 min

    Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, the all-encompassing resort located along Northwest Florida’s Gulf coast, announces Angelina Covington as the newly appointed General Manager. Covington brings a strong knowledge of the hospitality industry and the local area to the role, in which she will focus on improving the overall guest experience, managing revenues, and overseeing the hotel’s daily operations.

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