Summer is ending and Fall is coming. But I have this urge of going to the beach. Eventhough we went to the Carribean in the beginning of Summer but that was 4 months ago. I need my beach-fix.
I have my short list of where I want to go within driving distance. Of course, if I have unlimited resources I would love to go to Hawaii or somewhere else in the Pacific. But for now, the beach on the East coast or the Gulf will suffice. After reading and thinking and thinking and thinking, we have settled on Destin area in FL. With the white sand and family-friendly resort, we think it will be a nice break we are looking for.
But Destin is one of the popular beach destination so the choices are endless.. Where do we want to stay? There are thousands of units available on VRBO. Which one is the right one for us?
I have to make a decision first on what type of accommodation we want. I know I don't want to stay in a hotel. I want to have full kitchen. So it will be condominium, townhome or beach houses. Well, we are not printing money so we probably will have to settle for the condo. Even that we still left with hundred of options. Destin area spans from West of Panama City which includes the South Walton beaches area to Fort Walton area. We need to narrow down into a particular area so I can make my decision.
At first I want to stay in a slow pace, out of the beaten parth area. But knowing our family, we might not enjoy it as much as staying in the center of the activities. Plus this will be our first time there, we might not want to get out of our comfort zone too much.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a huge resort area (or shall I call 'town'). It has everything you will ever need for a vacation. It might not be for everyone. But I think it will be great for us. A gym for Mr. Rojo to work out, swimming pool for me and the kids to enjoy, bike ride, golf course, shopping and more shopping.. So for now, I think this is where we will start our search for the perfect place to stay.
How about you? Have you been to Destin, FL? If so, do you have any suggestion on where to stay?
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I've been to the east of Destin. (Well, been to Destin and Ft. Walton for spring break in high school but we can't relate that to this post). About 8 years ago rented a house in Seaside for a girls' weekend, rented another house in Seagrove for another girls' weekend 2 years later, and my husband and I rented a 1 bedroom apt (above retail stores) in Santa Rosa 4 years ago (wow, it's been that long?). Loved being at Seaside the best because we could walk to the little town w/ the amphitheater, art galleries, and other cool shops. It's quaint and relaxing if that's what you are looking for but doesn't sound like it. Santa Rosa was a short drive to Seaside so I liked that location, too. We haven't been there w/ our 3 year old so I'll be curious to hear where you decide to stay and how it goes. I'm jealous, I love that area!
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