Awards

We think that the beaches and waters of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island are some of the best around. But don’t take our word for it. Below are some of the many awards that the Emerald Coast has received from recognized travel publications.

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"Best Family Beach in the U.S." Travelocity

"The Best Beach In The South Is Closer Than You Think." Southern Living Magazine readers

"Top Beach in the Southeast" Family Fun Magazine

Voted "Top 10 Snowbird Beach," "Top 10 Family Beach" and "Top 10 Best Value Beach" Florida Beaches Guide

"Best Place to Hit the Beach" ajc.com

"Best Family Vacation Destination in America for three years in a row" Nashville Parent Magazine

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"The Best Beach In The South Is Closer Than You Think." Southern Living Magazine readers

"Selected as 2009 Reader's Choice Award Winner" Readers of Convention South Magazine

"One of the 'Top Twenty Beaches in the World for Seashore Romance'" You & Your Wedding (U.K.)

"Best Beach Vacation Destination" Nashville, Williamson, and Rutherford Magazines

"Best Place to Hit The Beach" AJC.com's Best of The Big Winner

"Number One Beach Town in the South" for thirteen years in a row Southern Living