As the cold weather is fading and summer days approach, most of us are gearing up for fun times in the sun. There are vacations to plan, kids to entertain, and fitness regimes to start. Now that we are a few months past the new year, some of our resolutions... [more]
If you’re one to venture out on the water often, you’ve likely noticed there is a peculiar mindset about how vast your surroundings seem to be. A feeling that makes you feel small in relation to where you are. Suddenly, the clamoring thoughts, swelling to-do lists and inevitable stresses of... [more]
Distillery 98 is completing one year in business on Saturday, May 22, and will mark the occasion with a full day of events and happenings. Celebrations include a paddleboard race on Eastern Lake followed by a crawfish boil, local live music, and a raffle at the local distillery to benefit... [more]
If you’ve ever come across a mysterious Blue Button creature, you might have wondered what they are and how they function. They are found on the beaches of 30A fairly regularly and people are always very puzzled by them. Here are seven facts about the Porpita Porpita, more commonly known... [more]
“Hope is the best motivator,” said Philippe Cousteau Jr., grandson of Jacques Cousteau, famed marine explorer and co-inventor of the Aqua-Lung. Philippe, a French-American dual citizen, lives in California where he and his wife, Ashlan, run their numerous marine conservation campaigns, television, broadcasting, and publishing interests. “We’re storytellers,” said Philippe.... [more]
By Susan Vallee WaterColor community offers a bit of everything for the 30A visitor. Nestled in-between Seaside and Western Lake, WaterColor’s 500-acres weaves luxe accommodations with elaborately planned parks, trails that lap the edges of 30A’s rare coastal dune lake and Gulf views that never fail to take your breath.... [more]
A taco might be the perfect food—a single, edible vessel holding any manner of proteins and vegetables topped with refreshing salsas, bright herbs, tangy onions, or whatever combination of those you desire. It is deceptively simple, ultimately portable, and draws on the regional influences of the food culture you find... [more]
While thousands of beachgoers share the beaches of 30A with each other every year, many may not know they are also sharing the beach with endangered sea turtles. For 20 years, Sharon Maxwell has looked out for these magnificent creatures. When she first arrived in the 30A area, people were... [more]
Asked to think of beach-related words or phrases, most people throw out things like ocean, saltwater, palm trees, boardwalks, seashells, possibly a cocktail or two. While these are definitely great ways to describe the beach, there are plenty of other interesting and important terms that all beach lovers should know.... [more]
Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach, the area's premier immersive art event, will be held as “A Drive-Thru Experience” for 2021, in accordance with the CDC’s guidelines for social safety. Presented by The Alys Foundation, the event is scheduled to take place May 12-15, 2021, with the May 15 event date... [more]
You’ve most likely seen a whelk even if you don’t recognize the name. These pretty spiral shells provide the portable home for the large marine snails of the Buccinidae family. But how much do you actually know about whelks? Four species of whelks can be found in Florida waters. The... [more]
On October 10, 2018, Hurricane Michael became the strongest tropical storm to hit the United States since Andrew in 1992. Brewing at sea for over a week, it slammed the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast as a Category 5 storm with sustained winds as high as 160 mph. To say the... [more]
As you plan your trip to 30A, which will inevitably be filled with gorgeous days on white-sand beaches and delicious meals at locally-owned restaurants, you may be wondering about the best places to stock your home away from home (whether it’s beach snacks, beer, and wine, or a week’s worth... [more]
When most people order a cup of coffee, there’s a good chance the only things on their mind are the day’s ever-growing “to-do” lists and crossing the caffeine-scented threshold between sleep and reality. But what if we told you a cup of coffee could go beyond that? Far beyond that.... [more]
The people of South Walton share many passions. The vibrancy of each neighborhood is characterized by a love of culture and art, and of course it’s hard to live down here if you’re not a beach fanatic. There’s one other thing that many people here can’t live without -- their... [more]
By Abigail Abesamis Summertime vacations will definitely look a bit different this year due to the global pandemic, but that doesn’t mean you need to stay cooped up in your house and miss it entirely. Camping (whether you’re taking an RV or packing up the family car) offers an opportunity... [more]
1. Going Overboard (capsizing or falling off a boat) • First, stay calm. • Remember your “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” training, and seek out a lifeline. • If you were not alone going overboard, do a quick headcount, and stay together. • If possible, re-board your boat. If not,... [more]
For such a small little beachside town, Seaside is teeming with things to do, places to shop and secret spots to discover. Consider this your Ultimate Guide to Seaside. The Little Town that Could Seaside was a dream of Town Founder Robert Davis’ grandfather J.S. Smolian. When Davis inherited the... [more]
"Leave sunscreen fingerprints on your manuscript pages. Analyze the telling detail with sand in your ears. The story 'actually starts' on page three? Nope. The story actually starts on 30A." – Snowden Wright, author of American Pop and Play Pretty Blues The time has come to spill the beans on... [more]
