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STAY, PLAY AND SAVE WITH THE EMERALD COAST SPRING STIMULUS PACKAGE
March 25, 2009
DESTIN • FORT WALTON BEACH • OKALOOSA ISLAND, Fla. – Florida’s Emerald Coast, always known for great value vacations, invites families to a “so close, yet so far” beach getaway this spring. The charming southern sea towns of Destin • Fort Walton Beach • Okaloosa Island present easily accessible and affordable accommodations and events, with many area attractions at little to no cost. From building sandcastles on the powdery-white shores and watching dolphins dance at Florida’s Gulfarium to casting fishing lines off the Okaloosa Pier and splashing around at Big Kahuna’s Water Park, the Emerald Coast, voted the “Best Beach Town in the South” for 14 consecutive years by the readers of Southern Living, remains one of the South’s best values (www.destin-fwb.com).Florida’s Emerald Coast promises plenty of wallet-friendly adventures for “kids” of all ages. The 24 miles of sugar-white sands and emerald-green waters offer families the perfect backdrop for lasting memories at local attractions under $20, including:
Building Sandcastles in the Sand (FREE)
Air Force Armament Museum (FREE)
Gator Beach Alligator Exhibit (FREE)
Destin History & Fishing Museum (Adults $5.00/Children $3.00)
Emerald Coast Science Center (Adults $5.00/Children $3.50)
Fishing Off the Okaloosa Pier (Adults $7.00/Children $4.00)
Florida’s Gulfarium (Adults $19.25/Children $11.50)
The Emerald Coast encourages visitors to experience the culture of the coast with affordable, family-friendly events. From boats lighting up the waters and kites soaring overhead to pirates invading the beaches and springtime serenading, families indulge in simple seaside charm while giving purses a break.
APRIL
• 13TH ANNUAL HARBORWALK MARINA DESTIN COBIA TOURNAMENT – APRIL 2009
• OKALOOSA ISLAND KITE FESTIVAL – APRIL 4-5, 2009
• 6TH ANNUAL DESTIN COMMONS SPRING BOAT SHOW – APRIL 24-26, 2009
MAY
• “CUBE-IT” JURIED ART FESTIVAL – MAY 8-29, 2009
• NORTHWEST FLORIDA SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT – MAY 9, 2009
• 2009 CATALINA 22 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS – MAY 23-28, 2009
JUNE
• BILLY BOWLEGS FESTIVAL – JUNE 4-8, 2009
• “WAIT UNTIL DARK” PERFORMANCE – JUNE 5-7, 2009
Along with a wide range of attractions and events, Florida’s Emerald Coast offers year-round affordable accommodations options, from beachfront hotels and a bed and breakfast to condominiums and vacation homes.
A small sampling of high-value accommodations and rates good through June 21 includes:
SeaCrest Condominium - from $85 per night
Comfort Inn Destin - from $99 per night, free continental breakfast
Southern Resorts - from $100 per night
Four Points by Sheraton - from $125 per night, children free with parent
To experience the Emerald Coast’s Spring Stimulus Package, visit www.destin-fwb.com or contact the Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. at 800-322-3319.
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