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13 Family-Friendly 30A Beach Homes
November 30, 2022
We can’t think of a better place to enjoy the splendor of South Walton than in a stunning family-friendly …
14 Destin Vacation Rentals for Your Next Getaway
November 16, 2022
From one-bedroom condos overlooking the Gulf of Mexico to six-bedroom homes with private pools, Scenic Stays …
5 Reasons to Visit Northwest Florida this Holiday Season
November 11, 2022
The holidays are fast approaching, and where better to enjoy the festivities than Northwest Florida? …
Vacation Itinerary: 3 Days at SunDestin (Couples Edition)
November 1, 2022
So you’ve finally carved out some time for a couples getaway and booked a stay at …
Your Fall and Winter Event Round-Up
October 27, 2022
Sweater weather may not be what you think of when planning your beach vacation, but South Walton is …
Vacation Itinerary: 7 Days in Destin (Group Getaway Edition)
October 13, 2022
With everything going on in our busy lives, we could all use a week-long beach …
Everything You Need to Know About the Destin Fishing Rodeo
September 29, 2022
You don’t have to be a fishing aficionado to take advantage of all the …
5 Reasons Families Love Fall in Northwest Florida
September 2022
Fall typically sees the kids returning to school and maybe a shift in your workload after that …
Vacation Itinerary: 7 Days on 30A (Family Edition)
September 21, 2022
When planning a week-long vacation to 30A, one of the most relaxing places in Northwest Florida, …
Vacation Itinerary: 3 Days at SunDestin (Family Edition)
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The sun is shining along the Gulf Coast, and it’s finally time for your trip to …
Vacation Itinerary: One Month at the Beach
September 8, 2022
So you’re planning a month-long trip along Destin or 30A, and we’re guessing you couldn’t be happier. …
Fall Events in Destin and 30A
August 22, 2022
It’s that time of year when the summer heat starts to mellow, and the Gulf Coast weather reaches …
The Ultimate Guys Trip to Destin and 30A
August 17, 2022
Destin is a great place to visit for a guy’s trip. There’s plenty to see and …
Destin & 30A Travel Planner: 5 Vacation Home Features for an Unforgettable Trip
July 11, 2022
When planning a group or multi-family vacation in Destin or 30A, …
30A’s Artificial Reefs – Everything You Need to Know
July 8, 2022
If you thought 30A was all on-shore beach activities and off-shore charter fishing, think again. …
Where and When to Catch Live Music in Northwest Florida
July 6, 2022
Destin and 30A in Northwest Florida may be known for their sugar-white sand and …
Off-Beach Activities – Destin
July 5, 2022
Let’s face it, one of the biggest draws of Destin is the beach. The crystal clear turquoise waters and sugar-sand …
Summer Cocktails for a Vacation State of Mind
June 28, 2022
There’s nothing quite like sipping on an ice-cold summer cocktail with your toes in the sand. …
Shop Till You Drop – Northwest Florida’s Hidden Shopping Secrets
June 27, 2022
Coming to the Emerald Coast and not hitting the beaches would be like a …
First Time Visitors to 30A – Your Trip Guide From Start to Finish
May 27, 2022
So, you’ve arrived in 30A for the very first time. Can …
Top 8 Things To Do This Summer in Destin and 30A
May 24, 2022
Summer is almost here, but is your bucket list ready for your 2022 …
Why Destin is the Luckiest Fishing Village
April 26, 2022
What’s in a name? Or, rather, what’s in a nickname? In the case of Destin’s moniker as …
Our Top 30A Activities Beyond the Beach
April 25, 2022
We all know the best part about a vacation on 30A is basking in the Florida sunshine; …
A Beach Vacation Through a Kids Lens
April 25, 2022
No matter who—or how old—you are, you were once a kid. True, that’s not the most groundbreaking …
A Long Stay Vacation is the Best Vacation
April 23, 2022
At Scenic Stays, we believe there’s no such thing as too much beach time. Sure, you …
April 20, 2022
Scenic Stays and BeHome247 have joined forces again, offering continued support with matched donations to the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) Advocacy Fund. …
Celebrate Mom Beach Style
April 8 2022
Every day, the moms in our lives do everything from making sure we’re fed to driving us around and anything …
10 Ways to Recreate Childhood Beach Memories
April 6, 2022
The year is 1997, the air is warm and salty, your mom just slathered sunscreen all over …
Plan Your Beach Trip Like a Pro
April 5, 2022
Thinking about a getaway to someplace sunny and warm? Lazy days under a clear blue sky listening …
The Easter Bunny Delivers to the Beach
March 14, 2022
It seems that once the festivities of Christmas and New Year’s pass, winter tends to drag on, …
Do As the Locals Do
February 25, 2022
As a local property management company in Northwest Florida, Scenic Stays takes the mission of “locals supporting locals” seriously. …
Top 5 Reasons to Vacation at SunDestin This Spring
February 23, 2022
When spring is in the air, the Emerald Coast is where you want to be. …
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Beach
January 24, 2022
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, love is in the (salty) air along the Emerald Coast. All across …
How to Find the Perfect Destin or 30A Vacation Rental
January 17, 2022
Finding the perfect vacation rental for your annual family vacation or even a long …
Top 5 Reasons to Love Spring in Destin
January 13, 2022
Thousands of tourists flock annually to Destin every summer to enjoy the powder white sand and …
Celebrate New Year’s on the Coast
December 15, 2021
It’s that time of year again when we say “farewell” to the old year and “hello” to the …
5 Reasons to Book an Extended Stay Vacation in Destin or 30A
November 24, 2021
We love a quick getaway, but it can be challenging when trying …
5 Reasons Why Northwest Florida Beaches Should Be Your Holiday Destination
November 4, 2021
For many travelers, Northwest Florida beaches are the #1 summer travel destination. What …
Destin Golf Courses
September 15, 2021
Discover the Destin Golf Scene
If you’re not a golfer, it might be difficult to understand the allure, but for those who …
Races in Northwest Florida
September 10, 2021
Run. Swim. Cycle. Repeat
Maybe you come to Northwest Florida beaches for some seriously needed time away. Lounging on the crystal …
Destin and 30A in the Fall
September 2, 2021
8 Reasons to Visit Destin and 30A in the Fall
If you’ve ever visited Destin or 30A during the summer months, you know …
Virtual Learning on Vacation
August 24, 2021
You know what they say: “Learning is a lifelong process.” So, whether you’re making the most of your child’s online-only …
Eat Like a Local on 30A
August 3, 2021
Visitors have been flocking to Northwest Florida for decades, returning year after year to the quaint seaside towns …
Eat Like a Local in Destin
July 31, 2021
Destin may be best-known for sugar-white sands and emerald-green waters, but peppered throughout this peninsula is a tantalizing …
Top Must-Do’s at WaterColor on 30A
July 20, 2021
Scenic Highway 30A, or as the locals call it, ‘30A’, is a 26-mile stretch running parallel to the …
Where to Stay on 30A: High Pointe Beach Resort
September 15, 2021
Located at the exclusive east end of Northwest Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A, High Pointe Beach …
Where to Catch the Best Sunsets in Destin Year Round
June 30, 2021
People come to Destin for all sorts of reasons, whether for the many local attractions, numerous …
Events Along Destin and 30A You Won’t Want To Miss
June 21, 2021
The sun, sand, and emerald waters along Destin and 30A are undoubtedly great reasons …
How to Vacation Like a Local on Holiday Isle
June 14, 2021
There are few places more picturesque than Holiday Isle in Destin, FL. This three-mile peninsula is flanked …
Seagrove Beach: Your 30A Launchpad
June 1, 2021
Seagrove Beach on Scenic Highway 30A is a place where worlds collide in the best (and breeziest) way possible. …
The Best-Kept Secret on 30A: Seacrest Beach
May 20, 2021
Perfectly situated on Scenic Highway 30A between Watersound Resort and Rosemary Beach, Seacrest Beach is one of the Florida …
15 Can’t-Miss Activities in Destin and 30A
May 10, 2021
At Scenic Stays, we hear it all the time from our first-time visitors to the Destin and …
Top 5 Must-Do’s at Prominence, a Watersound Community
May 7, 2021
There are 16 distinct beach towns on Scenic Highway 30A, spanning just 26 miles along the …
5 Reasons Why SunDestin is our Favorite Family-Friendly Resort
June 1, 2021
Dreaming of a Destin beach vacation? Picture yourself at SunDestin Beach Resort, located in the heart …