Lola’s Guidebook

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Lola’s Guidebook

Food scene

Stunning view of the Gulf! Great food and service! Try the blue crab claws! Less than 5 minute walk from our home.
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Captain Dave's On the Gulf
3796 Scenic Hwy 98
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Stunning view of the Gulf! Great food and service! Try the blue crab claws! Less than 5 minute walk from our home.
Ever popular. 10+ minute walk. Beach front dinning and entertainment. It is a very popular spot...go just before or right after rush meal times for the best experience and the least wait time.
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Pompano Joe's
2237 Scenic Gulf Dr
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Ever popular. 10+ minute walk. Beach front dinning and entertainment. It is a very popular spot...go just before or right after rush meal times for the best experience and the least wait time.
Upscale food in a relaxed beach atmosphere. Quick drive to the West of the condo.
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Crab Trap Destin
3500 Scenic Hwy 98
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Upscale food in a relaxed beach atmosphere. Quick drive to the West of the condo.
Laid back cajun beach vibes. Live music and Karaoke. Only a two minute walk to the West.
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Kenny D's
2964 Scenic Gulf Dr
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Laid back cajun beach vibes. Live music and Karaoke. Only a two minute walk to the West.
At Bay Towne Wharf. Great food and a piano bar. The shopping and kids zip line is good too!
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Rum Runners
130 Fisherman's Cove
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At Bay Towne Wharf. Great food and a piano bar. The shopping and kids zip line is good too!
Fun spot with great drinks, food and beach scene!
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The Surf Hut
551 Scenic Gulf Dr
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Fun spot with great drinks, food and beach scene!
Breakfast, lunch & dinner...good food, good prices, good scene. 15 - 20 walk from our home.
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The Whale's Tail Beach Bar & Grill
1373 Scenic Gulf Dr
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Breakfast, lunch & dinner...good food, good prices, good scene. 15 - 20 walk from our home.
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Publix Super Market at Paradise Key
4425 Commons Dr E
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Dewey Destin's Harborside
202 Harbor Blvd
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Quite possibly the best steak you will every have!
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McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98
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Quite possibly the best steak you will every have!
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The Back Porch
1740 Scenic Hwy 98
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Winn-Dixie
65 Poinciana Blvd
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The rooftop bar at Effie has an amazing view!
Hotel Effie Sandestin
1 Grand Sandestin Blvd
The rooftop bar at Effie has an amazing view!
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Surfing Deer
2743 E County Hwy 30A
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Sightseeing

FREE wine tastings...FREE! This shop with locally grown grapes is our favorite. They have clothes, seasonings, glasses, linens and lotions too.
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Emerald Coast Wine Cellars
1708 Scenic Gulf Dr
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FREE wine tastings...FREE! This shop with locally grown grapes is our favorite. They have clothes, seasonings, glasses, linens and lotions too.
It's even for big kids. A great family experience.
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Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park
1007 US-98
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It's even for big kids. A great family experience.
Dining, shopping and so much more on the Destin Harbor front.
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HarborWalk Village
34 Harbor Blvd
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Dining, shopping and so much more on the Destin Harbor front.
Premium Factory Outlets right around the corner!
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Silver Sands Premium Outlets
10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy W
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Premium Factory Outlets right around the corner!
Right across the street in front of Pompano Joes. One of our artificial reefs you can snorkel to off the beach. And yes, we do get sea turtle visitors!
Dolphin Reef
2440 Scenic Hwy 98
Right across the street in front of Pompano Joes. One of our artificial reefs you can snorkel to off the beach. And yes, we do get sea turtle visitors!
A locals favorite sand bar hangout. Take a pontoon boat tour. Music, food, drinks and an experience that will make you want to become our neighbor!
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Crab Island
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A locals favorite sand bar hangout. Take a pontoon boat tour. Music, food, drinks and an experience that will make you want to become our neighbor!
Championship courses.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
9300 Emerald Coast Parkway
Championship courses.
Kids {of all ages} love seeing and learning about the turtles and their quest for survival from the time they hatch to the long journey they make to the ocean.
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Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center
8740 Gulf Blvd
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Kids {of all ages} love seeing and learning about the turtles and their quest for survival from the time they hatch to the long journey they make to the ocean.
Look up their shop directory....it's a great place for day or evening outside shopping...and eating too!
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Destin Commons
4100 Legendary Dr
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Look up their shop directory....it's a great place for day or evening outside shopping...and eating too!
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Timberview Helicopters
34859 Airport Rd
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Locals consignment - Ava's has some really cool stuff in from old that has been refurbished to new mixed in. You may find a treasure to take home in your suitcase or one so big that you'll just have to come back, stay with us again, and bring a truck!
Ava's Attic
12889 Emerald Coast Parkway
Locals consignment - Ava's has some really cool stuff in from old that has been refurbished to new mixed in. You may find a treasure to take home in your suitcase or one so big that you'll just have to come back, stay with us again, and bring a truck!
Destin Water Fun Pontoon & Jet Ski Rental
214 Harbor Boulevard
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Destin Beach Parasail
214 Harbor Blvd
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In the center of the shops at Grand Blvd. Support the locals and pick up some cool art, homemade bread, honey, pies and dog treats too!
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Grand Boulevard Farmer's Market
600 Grand Blvd
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In the center of the shops at Grand Blvd. Support the locals and pick up some cool art, homemade bread, honey, pies and dog treats too!
If you like markets and shopping from locals...this is the place to be! *Confirm drive time and hours of operation before heading out there.
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Seaside Farmers Market
2235 E County Hwy 30A
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If you like markets and shopping from locals...this is the place to be! *Confirm drive time and hours of operation before heading out there.

City/town information

Henderson Beach State Park and tons of activities. Water Parks, golf, fishing and oh so much more!
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Destin
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Henderson Beach State Park and tons of activities. Water Parks, golf, fishing and oh so much more!

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Imikhuba namasiko

Follow the rules for colored beach flags.

These are for your safety and recommendations should be adhered to. Details about what each color flag means is provided in our in house guidebook and are also posted at various spots along the beaches.
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Dinner Reservations

The Destin and Miramar Beach areas are extremely popular. It is always advisable to call ahead first for reservations or call-ahead seating when dining out.
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Our sunsets and sunrises

Take the time to make sure you see the sunsets and sunrises from the beach. Not everyone is an early riser but it is worth it.
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Rainy Days

While everyone wants to visit us for fun in the sun, don't miss out if the weather does not cooperate. Watching a storm roll in over the beach is one of our beautiful experiences. After a storm is a great time to explore the beach. You will be amazed at what can wash up.