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Destin Florida Living-The Start Of Tourist Season

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Destin Florida Living-The Start Of Tourist Season

As February turns to March, here in Destin Florida we mark the start of tourist season. With a late Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) we are noticing an early season. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your time on the Emerald Coast...

1) Plan your trip-- Time goes by FAST on the Emerald Coast. A Saturday afternoon checkin will quickly turn into a following Saturday departure. Make a list of key places you want to visit or activities. 

2) Pencil In AT LEAST one do nothing but play on the beach day-- You will thank me, leave your watch in the condo! I have friends that will park their van on arrival and not leave again until checkout. 

3) Watch the weather-- Complete rain out days are rare. But if the sun is out you want to be in the water or on the beach. Make the iffy weather days time to do indoor stuff. 

4) Merge your activities-- Peak season Destin Florida traffic is a thing. Go to The Commons and then hit the restaurant while you are out. Why fight traffic for two separate trips. 

5) Adjust your eating schedule-- Insist on supper at 7pm? Expect to wait, sometimes for a while. Even during July peak a 2pm meal normally happens wait free! Just make it a late (and heavy) lunch then keep snacks in the condo. 

6) Don't get in a hurry-- Unless you have movie tickets or a tee-time just let the day happen at its own pace. 

Cheap Things To Do In Destin Florida 

Does a visit to Destin Florida make you want to own real estate here? Don't worry, it happens to the best of us! Call Doug Rogers (318) 613-1994 with RE/MAX Coastal Properties. Want to see homes for sale right now? Go to Destin Florida Homes For Sale to review properties posted on the local MLS. 

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Doug Rogers

Real Estate Agent 

RE/MAX Coastal Properties 

Destin Florida 32541

 

 

(318) 613-1994

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Hi Doug, love the idea of economical things to do in Destin. Meantime, while Charlotte is not seasonal from a tourist standpoint, if you don't have a reservation you could wait a while to be seated at a restaurant at 7pm.

Feb 28, 2025 08:26 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Doug, what a great list for those planning a trip to Destin.   It has been a while since I was there, so probably should come again.

Feb 28, 2025 09:20 AM
Barbara Michaluk
Weichert Realtors | Phone Direct 240-506-2434 | 301-681-0550 office - Silver Spring, MD
Leisure World Specialist / Full Service REALTOR

Hi Doug, These are all good tips for anyone vacationing in Destin, Fl. I like the idea to do nothing and just play on the beach day!

Mar 03, 2025 11:36 AM