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Silver Sands Celebrates an "Event-Full" October

The autumn season marks the beginning of a special time of year for our area with cooler, sunny days and an abundance of community and cultural events. With a crisp feel in the air, residents and visitors take to the outdoors and discover fun ways to shop, dine and entertain themselves. The nation’s largest designer outlet center, Silver Sands Factory... Continue reading

Published on Thursday, September 30, 2010

Destin's Beachfront Gem

My wife and I have been visiting Jade East Towers in Destin for nearly a decade now and we'll keep coming back at every opportunity. After staying at different places along Destin, we find the value of Jade East to be the best. What we enjoy most is its location. First of all, its beachfront is wonderful, with plenty of white sand and beach chairs and Continue reading

Published on Monday, September 27, 2010

Designer Brands at Basement Prices

While the Silver Sands Factory Outlet is generally known for its huge collection of individual-brand factory stores, it also includes a designer department store "staple" in Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. At Off 5th you'll find a selection of mid to high-end designer clothing, shoes, jewelry and luggage at discounted prices. For men, Saks Off 5th is a great Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Boutiques on the Beach

Pier Park is Panama City Beach’s new shopping central. The great thing about Pier Park is you can enjoy all it has to offer without giving up the beach. This is what a beach vacation is about. Shopping, eating, and even catching a show while still enjoying the ocean breeze. Situated on the beach, this open-air shopping center allows you to do all of... Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Shopping on the Strip

Miracle Strip Parkway, also known as Main Street in Fort Walton Beach Florida is a small strip of eclectic shops and restaurants. It runs alongside The Landing, a waterfront park complete with a playground and picnic tables. The Landing is host to a variety of festivals throughout the year. Miracle Strip is a great place for vacationers to grab last Continue reading

Published on Monday, September 13, 2010

32nd Annual Destin Seafood Festival

Since 1979 the Destin Seafood Festival has been an event that never gets old or loses its charm. Each year thousands of hungry locals and visitors alike look forward to listening to popular musical acts, dining on the tastiest seafood around and enjoying the refreshing autumn weather. The festivals location on the harbor only adds to the allure. Each... Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, September 7, 2010

BP Oil Spill Dollars Flow into Destin

There’s a flow coming into Destin from the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. But it’s not oil sheen or tar balls, it’s a flow of money coming from BP’s relief fund. In an effort to resurrect a tourist season cut short by the disaster, Okaloosa County is giving away a $200 Visa® Gift Card to anyone who books and stays between September 17 and October 31, 2010 Continue reading

Published on Saturday, September 4, 2010