Capsule: Famous for its miles of pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, Destin has made the transformation from sleepy fishing village to seaside resort without losing its charm.

Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village," the 100 fathom curve draws closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida, providing the speediest deep-water access on the Gulf. That may explain why Destin is home to one of the country's largest deep sea charter boat fleets.

Waterfront Homes: Grand estates are rapidly joining the luxury condos the line Destin's magnificent beach, as well as along the barrier island's bays and bayous.

Destiny-by-the-Sea, located in Destin's Crystal Beach area, offers premier estates with sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico and the dazzling white dunes.

Golf and Tennis: Set in the beautiful woods and wetlands, some 20 scenic courses in Destin make the area a golf Mecca. An elite gated golf community on Choctawhatchee Bay, Kelly Plantation features fine residential estates on a Fred Couples golf course, an equestrian center, and much more. Regatta Bay,another gated golf community on Choctawhatchee Bay, features fine residential estates and home sites. Magnificient estates also line the fairways of the beautiful Burnt Pine Golf Course in Sandestin.

Weather: The Destin-Fort Walton Beach area enjoys a subtropical climate with mild southern winds and very few weather extremes. The average high temperature in August is 90 degress Fahrenheit and the average Janjuary high is 61.

Culture: While Destin is not a major arts center, a wide range of artists and artistic expression can be found in the area. The Art & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach sponsors three judged art shows every year. The Fort Walton Beach Art Museum hosts permanent watercolor and photography collections. The Emerald Coast Chorus, Ft. Walton Beach Community Chorus and Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra are among those providing enjoyment for music lovers.

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