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Inside Background
Culture 
Destin, a young city with a full-time population of approximately 11,000, is...
Last edited: 12 March 2008
Health & Safety 
As on all vacations, you should take some time to review with your family or...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
History 
Even though Destin was only incorporated as a city in 1984, its history goes...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Neighborhoods 
Destin's neighborhoods are very different from one another in terms of...
Last edited: 12 August 2008
Tourist Board Info 
For visitor information, maps and brochures  while in Destin, you can contact...
Last edited: 24 January 2008
Weather & When to Go 
The average yearly temperature in Destin is 78 degrees with an average high of...
Last edited: 21 July 2008
Introduction 
In Destin it's all about water. And why not?  With sugar white sand beaches and...
Last edited: 06 December 2005
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
If you are flying to Destin, you will arrive and depart from Okaloosa Regional...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Getting Around 
You won't get lost in Destin if you're here for the beach! But if you're trying...
Last edited: 12 February 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
 Rental Cars If you are planning on traveling outside of Destin while on...
Last edited: 22 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
A great place to take kids for dinner is Fud Puckers.  They let you draw or...
Last edited: 29 May 2008
Nightlife 
In the summer, you'll find plenty to do in Destin after dark. From martini bars...
Last edited: 24 September 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Destin has an abundence of hidden treasures to explore. There are many...
Last edited: 05 January 2009
Shopping 
Destin has one of the top rated outlet malls in America.  In fact, it is the...
Last edited: 09 August 2006
Sports & Activities 
Whatever your preferences are while on vacation, you will surely find numerous...
Last edited: 15 October 2008
Antique Shops  
ANTIQUES IN DESTIN & FT. WALTON BEACH  You don't normally associate antique...
Last edited: 17 December 2009
Charter Boat Fishing in Destin 
Destin is home to some of the best fishing in the country.  Picking the right...
Last edited: 16 October 2009
Outdoor activities and Eco tourism 
Paddle or hike in the Florida Panhandle Find great places to hike, bike, kayak...
Last edited: 21 October 2009
Gator Beach 
What a great attraction!  Eat in the restaurant first and enjoy the alligators...
Last edited: 15 May 2008
Just Chute Me Parasail 
This is one of the best parasail companies in Destin. Very professional and...
Last edited: 17 July 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
There are over 200 restaurants to choose from in Destin. From very casual and...
Last edited: 06 May 2007
Breakfast 
Breakfast--Emerald Coast style can take on many different faces and places.  A...
Last edited: 30 June 2006
Dining with a View 
The ultimate view and beach front experience is Beach Walk Crystal Beach...
Last edited: 17 August 2008
Backporch 
The Back Porch is a locally owned and operated seafood restaurant in Destin...
Last edited: 26 June 2009
Landshark's Pizza 
With their motto "Where the locals feed", Landshark's Pizza is a small, hidden...
Last edited: 02 August 2009
Lighthouse Restaurant 
Tthe Lighthouse Restaurant is a family owned seafood restaurant that has...
Last edited: 13 June 2009
Louisiana Lagniappe 
Louisiana Lagniappe serves Louisiana-style cuisine with an emphasis on seafood...
Last edited: 01 September 2008
Marlin Grill 
The Marlin Grill in The Sandestin Resort is an excellent place to dine. You...
Last edited: 23 April 2008
Pompano Joe's 
Probably the busiest and most visited restaurant in Destin. Most locals will...
Last edited: 06 July 2009
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: 06 March 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: 31 July 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: 26 May 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: 22 July 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: 08 August 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: 07 March 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: 24 October 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: 27 April 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: 06 December 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
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Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: 04 April 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
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