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O’Quigley’s Harbor Location Opens

Johnny O’Quigley’s has been a longtime favorite restaurant in the area to watch sports, have great drinks, and play pool. A new location has opened in Destin, Florida on the Harbor next to Galati Yachts. The three story building is now home to Johnny O’Quigley’s Ale House with Captain Moody’s Oyster Bar on the first floor and  Tailfins entertainment Continue reading

Published on Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Help Save Our Sea Turtles

Marine life sightings can be the highlight of your beach vacation. Among the many exciting things you might come across are sea turtles. Nesting season began in May and continues through October so it’s a good time to go over some reminders. The South Walton Turtle Watch is a group of volunteers who locate endangered and threatened sea turtle nests Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Andi Scurto Wins MKAF Festival of the Arts Poster Contest

Destin, Florida resident Andrea Scurto ( AndiArt ) is the 2015 winner of the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) festival poster contest. Each year, an art contest is held to promote the Festival of the Arts. The winning design is showcased on the official festival poster, festival guide, website, and more. Scurto’s quirky design of a colorful giraffe Continue reading

Published on Wednesday, July 15, 2015

New 30A Gear Location Opens

Did you know 30A has its own official store for gear and memorabilia? The 30A flagship retail store is located at Seagrove Plaza just down the road from Destin beaches . Along with a large selection of the entire 30A Gear line, the new store is the meeting place for 30A Surf Camp. Camp will be held each week throughout summer with qualified instructors Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, July 7, 2015