The only place I love like Atlanta is Destin! An easy 5 hour drive from the A takes you straight to the beautiful blue waters of the Emerald Coast! Nothing comes closer to heaven than this!
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We repeatedly book this AirBnB for the great price and gorgeous pool. It comes fully furnished and is always clean. We book at least 3 times per year. The hosts are amazing and very accommodating and affordable!
Home in Mary Esther · ★4.89 · 3 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2 baths
We eat here every trip! The donuts are a must and the Gulf coast Omlete is my favorite. Literally is super fresh.
Donut Hole Bakery and Cafe
Heading to Crab Island in Destin? I have two suggestions: go on a weekday (not Friday) and rent a pontoon boat from Island Water Sports. They make it super easy and were able to take 14 people plus paddle boards and coolers with plenty of room. Also,...
Island Watersports Company
The Commons has a nice selection of stores and restaurants to satisfy every shopping need. We tend to do back to school shopping here since the kids like to have things that they don't find in Atlanta. I go because I have a habit and I like the crocs...
Destin Commons
If the AirBNB is booked, this is our next favorite place to stay. It's clean and independently owned condos. Great pool and a restaurant on property though that is pretty pricey. The Walmart is near by for a quick grocery run. I love this place.
The Palms of Destin Resort
Korean wings and onion rings please! This hidden gem is great for. Quick bite or for watching the Olympics (that's what we did).
Wings and Rings
We can't leave Destin without a stop at the track. The kids lov this place and it's a lot of fun to get on the go carts too!