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ESCAPE THE GRINCH WITH HOLIDAY STEALS AT FLORIDA’S EMERALD COAST
October 7, 2009
DESTIN • FORT WALTON BEACH • OKALOOSA ISLAND, Fla. – This holiday season, Florida’s Emerald Coast provides an affordable escape from cold temperatures and ornery relatives, with accommodations savings of more than 40 percent. This laid-back slice of Florida’s upper Gulf Coast enjoys a “value season” from December to March, offering plenty of time for sun and sand before these “holiday steals” melt away (www.destin-fwb.com).
From teeing off on 1,080 holes of challenging golf and fishing at the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” to setting sail along the emerald-flecked surf and celebrating an array of seaside festivals, the “Best Beach in the South,” as voted by readers of Southern Living for 14 consecutive years, is a true escape for couples and families alike this winter.
The “All Gravy” Thanksgiving special at Sterling Resorts boasts vacation condominiums for $99/night and a $20 grocery gift card to give guests a hand with their Turkey Day shopping list.
Four Points by Sheraton of Destin-Ft. Walton Beach presents the “Winter Wonderland Package,” enticing guests to enjoy the powder-white sands of the Emerald Coast with deals not even the Grinch could hate. Current offerings include beachfront or courtyard accommodations, a sweet treat upon arrival, daily buffet breakfast for two and a gift upon departure, starting at $92/night, Nov. 1, 2009 – Feb. 28, 2010.
Southern Resorts offers “Winter Dolphin Days” Nov. 1, 2009 - Feb. 28, 2010, providing families a $60 savings on four nights in a beachfront room and adult and child passes to the Gulfarium--the country’s oldest marine park.
Henderson Park Inn welcomes returning guests with rates as low as $179/night as well as a bonus $50 off any stay two nights or more Nov. 1, 2009 – Feb. 28, 2010.
Beyond the stunning beaches and emerald jeweled waters, there is a collection of area attractions to create a festive holiday stay. “Holiday on the Harbor Boat Parade,” can be seen from anywhere along the Destin harbor offering a horizon of seasonally decorated boats for miles. Jazz festivals, vocal concerts and orchestra performances provide whimsical entertainment for arts lovers, while holiday cheerleading competitions and the “Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis” keep more energetic visitors merrily occupied.
To visit Florida’s Emerald Coast this winter, visit www.destin-fwb.com or call the Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) 322-3319.
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