Trees on the Coast: Destin Retiree Digs Deep to Beautify and Immortalize

Trees on the Coast: Destin Retiree Digs Deep to Beautify and Immortalize

Trees on the Coast is guided by three principles: preserving trees, planting trees, and education.

30A Local Renee Wesoloski on Finding Hidden Gems and Saving Lives

Bill Ullery Talks Favorite Dessert, Events & Life at the Beach

In this edition of 30A Q&A, we caught up with Bill Ullery to find out some of his favorite tips…

10 Best Tacos Near 30A, Florida

10 Best Tacos Near 30A, Florida

30A food lover Martin Liptrot reviews 10 of his favorite spots to grab a taco or two or three.

The Monarch Butterfly: South Walton’s Majestic Mascot

The Monarch Butterfly: South Walton’s Majestic Mascot

Every fall, locals and visitors alike delight in the return of our own migrating mascot: monarch butterflies. Monarch butterflies are…

Construction Starts on Latitude Margaritaville Watersound Town Center

Construction Starts on Latitude Margaritaville Watersound Town Center

The partners behind Latitude Margaritaville Watersound recently announced that construction has started on the Town Center. Latitude Margaritaville Watersound is…

World’s Best Beaches: Pebble Beach in Nice, France

World’s Best Beaches: Pebble Beach in Nice, France

Step back into the art, architecture, beachy elegance, and romantic side of Nice.

Progressive Dining: Food on the Move in Grayton Beach, Florida

Progressive Dining: Food on the Move in Grayton Beach, Florida

30A and South Walton have no shortage of great restaurants and eateries. Old favorites serve local produce and gulf-fresh seafood…

Best Coffee Shops Around 30A For Your Caffeine Fix

Best Coffee Shops Around 30A For Your Caffeine Fix

Whether you need background noise, free WiFi, an espresso, or a break, these beverage purveyors are ready to pour.

Nature’s Free-for-All Fish Fiesta in Mobile Bay, Alabama

Nature’s Free-for-All Fish Fiesta in Mobile Bay, Alabama

“At a good jubilee you can quickly fill a washtub with shrimp,” wrote Archie Carr in his book A Celebration…

Harbor Dock’s Mission To Keep Seafood Fresh and Local

Harbor Dock’s Mission To Keep Seafood Fresh and Local

Since opening in 1979, Harbor Docks has offered the freshest seafood in the area.

Budget-friendly Vacation Rentals Near 30A, Florida

Budget-friendly Vacation Rentals Near 30A, Florida

We have you covered with three 30A vacation rentals that won’t break the bank.

The Panhandle by Sean Dietrich

The Panhandle by Sean Dietrich

Sean of the South celebrates and chronicles life in the American South.

Best Cheese Burgers Near 30A, Florida

Best Cheese Burgers Near 30A, Florida

Follow our list and you'll never settle for a boring burger again.

WaterColor Welcomes 30A’s Beach Happy Cafe

WaterColor Welcomes 30A’s Beach Happy Cafe

“It’s pretty cool to be able to ride my bike to work,” smiled Chris Kramolis. “When your commute starts by…

30A Weather & Travel Guide: Florida Weather Fluctuates. Be Prepared!

30A Weather & Travel Guide: Florida Weather Fluctuates. Be Prepared!

If it’s picture-perfect white sand and crystal-clear water you desire, come to the 30A area in South Walton. We have…

All the World’s a Wave: The Vibrant, Mysterious History of Surfing

All the World’s a Wave: The Vibrant, Mysterious History of Surfing

The answer to who surfed the first wave will forever remain a mystery. Islanders rode crashing waves many generations before…

Large-Group Vacation Rental Homes Near 30A, Florida

Large-Group Vacation Rental Homes Near 30A, Florida

Consider these 30A vacation homes for rent for your next family reunion, wedding or work retreat.

Nude Beach Etiquette: What To Do and What To Avoid

Nude Beach Etiquette: What To Do and What To Avoid

Two East Germans are talking at the nudist beach. “Have you read Marx?” one asks. “Yes. I think it’s from…

How 5 Fishermen Changed Destin Forever

How 5 Fishermen Changed Destin Forever

Five guys and some oars are responsible for that big, wide entryway into the Gulf of Mexico from Choctawhatchee Bay.

Jake Meyer On Designing A Gulf Coast Legacy

Jake Meyer On Designing A Gulf Coast Legacy

A self-proclaimed "visual thinker", he finds joy in giving form to abstract concepts.

8 Cool Facts About Whale Sharks

8 Cool Facts About Whale Sharks

Whale sharks are literally one of the great fishes of the world’s oceans. They may have a lot in common…

Best Sushi Places Near 30A, Florida

Best Sushi Places Near 30A, Florida

Here’s a look at some favorite spots that are changing the sushi game along scenic highway 30A.

Alaqua Founder Laurie Hood Unveils New Project

Alaqua Founder Laurie Hood Unveils New Project

Laurie Hood, Founder, and President of Alaqua Animal Refuge, recently announced a new venture in her fight for animal rights:…

One Ocean Film Tour Returns to Watersound Origins: Sep 17 – 18

One Ocean Film Tour Returns to Watersound Origins: Sep 17 – 18

The Watersound Origins community will host the fourth annual One Ocean Film Tour from 7 – 9:30 p.m. on September…

Beach Volleyball Serves Up Fun in the Sun

Beach Volleyball Serves Up Fun in the Sun

If you find yourself on the beach, a beach volleyball league is most likely somewhere close by.

7 Places Near 30A to Enjoy in (Almost) Total Isolation

7 Places Near 30A to Enjoy in (Almost) Total Isolation

When you want to go off the beaten path, here are some places to find seclusion around 30A.

Beach Cocktail Spotlight: House Special Margarita at North Beach Social

Beach Cocktail Spotlight: House Special Margarita at North Beach Social

Mixologist Debbie Rentfrow Flynn showed us how to recreate their signature House Special Margarita at home.

Cape San Blas: The Road To Recovery

Cape San Blas: The Road To Recovery

Cape San Blas' journey towads recovery after Hurricane Michael ripped through the Gulf Coast as a Category 5 behemoth.

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