A local and tourist favorite in Destin, Florida! #BadAssCoffee

Want kid-approved fun? Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is full of turtles, dolphins, penguins & more! 🐬🐧 #FamilyFun

Beach towel + book or paddleboard + adventure?

Night crab hunting on the beach. Bring a flashlight with a red lens and get ready to scuttle! #AfterDarkAdventures

Safety first! Learn what those beach flags mean before you dive in. 🏖️ #BeachSafety #FtWaltonTips

What is the ONE must-do item on your list when visiting Ft Walton Beach?

Sun’s out, grills out, emails off. Labor Day vibes only. 🌞🔥#HappyLaborDay

Calling all bird enthusiasts! Check out the Birding Platform near the Destin–Fort Walton Beach Convention Center.

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Visitors say Ft. Walton Beach feels peaceful, not chaotic. Highlighted by sugar-white sands and emerald waters that rival more crowded destinations.

Sink your claws into the coast! At The Crab Trap, perched right over the Gulf’s edge, you can indulge in wild Alaskan crab legs, award-winning gumbo, and seafood straight from local waters with unbeatable beach views as the backdrop!

Twenty-four years later, we still remember. #NeverForget911

Al’s Beach Club live music night 🎶 OR Sunset on the beach 🎬 which is your perfect evening?

The 5th Annual Burgers, Bourbon & Beer Festival returns to Destin, FL on Saturday, September 20, 2025! Not only will you indulge in mouth-watering burgers, sip on smooth bourbon, and enjoy ice-cold beer. You'll be supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast.

When are you planning to be back in the Ft Walton Beach area?

You’re going to the Back Porch for dinner. What are you getting to eat?

Ft. Walton Beach is a haven for sea turtles. You can help by keeping the beaches clean, using turtle-friendly lighting, and spreading awareness about the importance of protecting turtles.

The Destin Seafood Festival kicks off the Destin Fishing Rodeo that extends the entire month of October! Starting today through Sunday, you can enjoy live music and over 100 vendors with fresh seafood.

Did you know the waters off Ft. Walton are deep enough for short‑finned pilot whales to swim close to shore? Keep your distance and observe respectfully; they're protected species.

Morning: coffee + walk on the pier ☕🐚 Afternoon: paddleboarding 🏄‍♂️ Evening: seafood + live music 🎶. Perfect Fort Walton day?