Haute Finds South Walton Beaches // Summer Issue

HAUTE FINDS South Walton Beaches

YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST OF LOCAL IN SOUTH WALTON // SUMMER 2019

INLET BEACH

Freshii 30Avenue: 12805 US Highway 98 East, Inlet Beach / 850.213.2313 Pier Park: 101 Bluefish Drive, Panama City Beach / 850.708.3239 freshii.com / @freshii.pcb

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EAT. ENERGIZE. Healthy, fresh food designed to energize people on the go. Join us for a completely customizable menu of breakfast, soups, salads, wraps, bowls, burritos, frozen yogurt, juices and smoothies. Visit www.freshii.com to view our full menus and to place your order which will be ready for pick up.

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GRAYTON BEACH

The Grove Salon Welcome to 30A’s premier hair salon!

Recently renovated, The Grove Salon is a glamorous, intimate, modern space located in Uptown Grayton - right off beautiful scenic highway 30A. Our mission is to always go above and beyond industry expectations to provide professional and high quality services to our clients.

EXPERTISE ON TRENDS AND TECHNIQUES

Our owner, Amy Hall, brought 14 years of industry experience prior to opening The Grove Salon in 2014. Our stylists also regularly have the most sought-after educational opportunities at their fingertips. We stay up on the latest hair trends and techniques.

Through chair education we share our passion and knowledge to take home with you.

We rely on the energy in our space, the relationships that we build and inspiration all around us to create customization in your overall look.

PERSONALIZED SERVICE

The Grove Salon brings connection between your personality and your look. Whether you are a blonde who has more fun or a sassy redhead, we are excited to be a part of your hair styling experience and will always help you feel your best.

TOP HAIR PRODUCTS

We use world-class products such as Kuene color and, Bumble & Bumble, Oribe, Oway, R+CO, OLAPLEX and Brazilian Blowout. With these tools, along with the skills of our amazing stylists, we will exceed your expectations!

We welcome you to enjoy a restful and relaxing experience with us. You’ll walk out feeling more refreshed and beautiful than ever.

Oribe | Bumble and bumble | Olaplex | organic way | R+co | Arcona | Farmhouse fresh | Melinda Maria Jewelry

thegrovesalon30a.com @thegrovesalon30a summer 2019

850.231.0905 50 Uptown Grayton Circle Ste 2, Grayton Beach

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Miramar Beach

Clean Juice cleanjuice.com / @cleanjuicemarketshops 850.650.2394 / 9375 Emerald Coast Pkwy W #15B

Cruise along Scenic Gulf Drive to find fabulous restaurants and beachfront mansions & condos, or head inland for one of the nation’s largest designer outlet malls.

Sirens Lingerie & Swim summer 2019

@sirensatthebeach / 9375 Emerald Coast Parkway

With their curated collection of bra sized swimwear and the finest silks, lounge & resort wear, Sirens prides itself on having something for every woman.

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Clean Juice is the perfect choice for any time of day with its nutrient-packed, USDA-Certified Organic, whole food options such as the all new Greenoä™ Bowls (think greens and grains), 4 specialty toasts and a wide variety of cold-pressed juices, açai bowls and smoothies. Fuel your ‘vacay’ with organic goodness!

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The Jewel

Located in Grand Boulevard, The Jewel is a special place to shop – but more importantly, it’s a place to celebrate anniversaries, weddings, engagements, and just because occasions! The name alone makes a statement that this is the definitive place to shop for fine jewelry, offering contemporary designs handcrafted by artisans to be treasured forever!

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Shopthejewel.com / @thejewelgrandblvd / 850.837.8822 / 495 Grand Blvd., Suite J-108

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Formula Fresh

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Frill Seekers Gifts™

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Be On The Coast™

SANDESTIN The Jewel

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Billabong

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Growler Garage Grayton Beer Company Lola’s on 30A Sunrise Coffee Co. Justin Gaffrey Gallery Bungalow Home & Life Kickbike 30A

BLUE MOUNTAIN

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WATERCOLOR

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Blue Mabel

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Indigo

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Optikk 30A

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Pedego & Eventure Tour Co.

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Red Fish Taco

GRAYTON BEACH

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Beach Ready Spa

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Chanticleer Eatery

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Cabana | The Seaside Style

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The Grove Salon

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Great Southern Cafe

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Summer House Lifestyle

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Sundog Books

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Black Bear Bread Co.

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Amavida Coffee Roasters

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Sirens

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Tribe Kelley Surf Post

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Five Daughters Bakery

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Clean Juice

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30A Wellness Studio

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Bud & Alley’s

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Sweet Henrietta’s Treats

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A. Wickey Gallery

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Otium Studios

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Pish Posh Patchouli's

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Abode Beach Interiors

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Adaro Art

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Shimmering Seas

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The Pearl Hotel

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Optimal Health by Doc Smiley’s

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Polished 30A Nail Bar

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Freshii

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Cowgirl Kitchen

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Bungalow Home & Life

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DRIFT 30A

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Amavida Coffee Roasters

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Coastal Dune Co.

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The Pointe

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The Hidden Lantern

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Art & Soul

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Cowgirl Kitchen

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Raw & Juicy

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NEAT Tasting Room

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Charlie’s Donuts 30A

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YOUR HAUTE MAP FOR SOUTH WALTON

SANDESTIN

Billabong at Grand Boulevard @billabong_destin / billabongdestin.com / 850.424.3553 / 500 Grand Blvd Suite K102

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MON-SAT 10am – 9am | SUN 11am – 7pm

We are locally owned and operated by lifelong surfers and beach lovers. We offer the latest in beach apparel, swimwear and surf gear for the family from Billabong & RVCA. Footwear from Olukai, Reef & Rainbow along with sunglasses & accessories from Maui Jim, Costa, Native, Suncloud, Nixon & Freestyle. We offer surf lessons and rentals as well as new surfboards, body boards and skateboards too.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

H e ll o Re a d ers!

We have a feeling it’s going to be a haute summer!

Founder/Publisher Misty Gibbs Managing Editor Jamie Kamber @jamiekamber

Design/Production Erin Jackson @theerinelizabeth

Photographers Taste Social Media @tastesocialmedia

Jami Ray @jamiray

Haute Finds / South Walton is published three times a year and loves to show off what’s haute and unique in print and online.

For advertising rates and details:

‘Tis the season for beach days, ice cream, swimsuits and fun in the sun! In our summer guide you’ll find the best places to cool down with a refreshing cocktail or juice, shop for stylish beach wear, find the perfect gifts & souvenirs, and more!

All of the businesses featured in Haute Finds are carefully curated, recommended by readers, and have rave reviews. We know you’ll have a great experience when you visit them. Remember to let them know that Haute Finds sent you!

We are incredibly grateful for all of the love, support, and positive feedback we receive from advertisings partners and readers. Thank you for making this guide possible!

jamie@hautefindssouthwalton.com

Top: Art by Debortina Studio at Adaro Art @debortinastudio @adaroart Left Bottom: Drift 30A @drift30a Middle: Billabong @billabong_destin Bottom Right: Blue Mabel @bluemabel30a

Website: HauteFindsSouthWalton.com Instagram: @hautefinds_southwalton Facebook: HauteFindsSouthWalton

If you want to see more Haute Finds, follow us online.

We are constantly sharing haute spots, events and new openings on our Instagram and Facebook page. Our website and email newsletter will also help you plan the ultimate beach vacation (or staycation) on the Emerald Coast!

Enjoy!

Jamie Kamber Managing Editor

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On The Cover

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Destin

Formula Fresh formulafreshjuice.com / @formulafresh 850.837.1801 / 4307 Legendary Dr

Known as The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village, Destin offers a variety of water activities, great shopping destinations and delicious restaurants.

Frill Seekers Gifts™ summer 2019

4495 Furling Lane / FrillSeekersGifts.com

Voted “Best Gift Shop” in the Destin-30A area, offering personalized fabulous finds, unique gifts, coastal treasures, fine stationery, elegant invitations, and wedding goods.

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Destin’s hotspot for healthy alternatives and fresh superfoods! Our unique formulas are aimed to make you feel fit, healthy and energized. Formula Fresh specializes in delicious açaí bowls, cold-pressed juice and superfood snacks. We offer an extensive list of healthy options for vegans, rawtarians and gluten-free followers alike. Your Formula to live Fresh!

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Be On The Coast™ Real Estate Group

Haute Happy Hours & Specials

@BeOnTheCoast / BeOnTheCoast.com

Andrew LoCicero

Brian LoCicero

REALTOR®

REALTOR®

La Paz | $2 tacos and $5 margaritas on Tuesdays

Are you ready to “Be on the Coast?” Let us help you find your place in the sun…from Destin to 30A. Ready to Sell?

Call us at 850.739.3800. We have an established network of buyers and investors looking for properties in Northwest Florida. Voted Best in Destin Top REALTOR®.

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The Craft Bar | Select $5 bites and drinks Monday through Friday from 2-6pm Marina Cafe | Buy one entrée, get one free from 5–6pm Brotula’s | $5 Drink specials and select apps from 2-5pm Monday through Friday

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Bijoux | Food & drink specials daily from 5-7pm

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Santa Rosa Beach

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A laid back beach neighborhood with unique shops, art galleries, popular spots for dining and drinks including Gulf Place, a gathering spot for weekly concerts and local artisans.

Lola’s on 30A lolason30a.com / @lolason30a 850.660.1662 / MON-SAT: 10–5 3788 W. Co Hwy 30A

Lola’s on 30A is owned and operated by mother/daughter team, Lee and Lauren. They are focused on creating an upbeat and energetic atmosphere for their customers to enjoy.

Their bright and inviting boutique offers a blend of home decor, original art, clothing, accessories and consignment furniture. Visit Lola’s on 30A for a beautifully curated collection of coastal inspired pieces to complete your beachside home.

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Blue Mountain

Optikk 30A optikk30a.com / @optikk30a 850.608.3135 / 2050 W Hwy 30A, Ste 119

Red Fish Taco @redfishtaco / 2052 W County Hwy 30A

Mexico meets the beach at this casual, vibrant eatery.

Enjoy tacos, tequila, and local live music.

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Located in Redfish Village, Optikk 30A is the Emerald Coast’s premier optical boutique providing comprehensive eyecare for the whole family. We believe in supporting independent companies from around the globe that produce boutique, handcrafted and innovative eye wear. We enjoy bringing these exclusively designed innovations to you, along with the latest & greatest technology. We look forward to serving you and your family for all of your optical needs.

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This easygoing beach community is filled with eclectic eateries, locally owned boutiques, and signature blue lupine flowers.

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This funky beach town has a laid-back vibe and boasts unique art, delicious restaurants, and stylish boutiques. Nature lovers will enjoy Grayton Beach State Park where there are campgrounds, winding trails, the beautiful Western Lake and unspoiled beaches.

30A Wellness Studio summer 2019

57E Uptown Grayton Circle / @30AWellnessStudio

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The best kept secret on 30A! Offering Acupuncture, Massage and Alternative Medicine for pain, women’s health, stress, anxiety and more. Book online at 30AWellnessStudio.com.

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GRAYTON BEACH

Tribe Kelley Surf Post tribekelleysurfpost.com / @tribekelleysurfpost / 850.533.4019 / 99 Hotz Ave MON-THURS: 10-6 | FRI-SAT: 10-7 | SUN: 12-6

Tribe Kelley is a USA made clothing brand founded and operated by wife-husband duo, Brittney and Brian Kelley. The brand is a collection of transitional fashion pieces that are intended to keep you feeling comfortable and stylin’ from the plane to the party (or business meeting). Creating jobs domestically and ethically producing our clothing is important to the brand. Each piece is designed with love, carefully sourced and proudly produced right here in the United States. We can’t wait to meet and each and every one of you as we grow our 30A tribe!

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30A’s one stop shop for Tribe Kelley clothing and wellness, with handpicked vintage and ethically sourced brands.

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Blue Mabel

Blue Mountain Beach | @bluemabel30A

Sunset Bay Cafe

Sandestin | @sunsetbaycafe

Freshii

Inlet Beach | @freshii.pcb

Haute Sips & Dishes for Summer Chanticleer

Sweet Henrietta’s

Gratyon Beach | @chanticleereatery

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Seagrove | @sweethenrietta

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Clean Juice

Miramar Beach | @cleanjuicemarketshops

George’s

Alys Beach | @georgesatalys

Formula Fresh

Destin | @formulafresh

Watercolor

This cheerful family-friendly community is filled with charming homes, tree-shaded trails and beautiful parks. There are plenty of outdoor activities, shopping and dining to keep everyone entertained.

Haute Experiences

Foodie Tour with Eventure Tour Co. Watercolor | @eventuretourco Enjoy a leisurely bike ride on Pedego Electric Bikes and visit several of South Walton’s top restaurants. Each stop features food samples paired with small “flights” of beers and wines.

Escapology Miramar Beach | @escapologydestin During the 60-minute experience you are immersed into a real-life adventure where you must find hidden clues, crack codes and solve challenging puzzles to escape.

Cruise in a Pontoon Boat La Dolce Vita, Destin & Sandestin | @ldv_beach_service Head out on the water by renting pontoon boats from La

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Dolce Vita on the Destin Harbor near Crab Island or at their bayside location at Sandestin Beach Resort.

Go Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Indigo is a lifestyle boutique offering gorgeous clothing, art, and decor from around the globe. Owner Catherine Walega carefully curates her unique, and often one-of-a-kind, inventory.

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YOLO, Sandestin & Gulf Place | @yoloboard Whether you want to paddle in the gulf or the bay, you can rent SUP boards and paddles from YOLO.

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@indigowatercolor / 6 Watercolor Blvd S, #101

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Snapshots of Seaside

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Seagrove Seagrove is a quaint beach town with Old Florida charm. Enjoy the natural beauty of the beach, Eastern Lake, and Deer Lake State Park, or explore the local shops and restaurants along Scenic Highway 30A.

Coastal Dune Co. @coastal.dune.co / 5221 E County Hwy 30A

The perfect place to enjoy fine wine, discover the best craft beers, shop for the latest coastal apparel and finish the night with locally made gelato.

Photo credit: @aceatthebeach / Alden Caroline Easter

Art & Soul

Abode Beach Interiors

@artandsoul30a / 5399 E County Hwy 30A, Suite 4

@abodebeachinteriors / 4281 E County Hwy 30A

Welcome to the newest boutique on 30A! Featuring local art, jewelry and great gifts, we hope to quickly become your favorite shopping destination.

Abode is a beachside lifestyle boutique that offers furnishings, lighting, artwork, bedding, accessories, gifts, apparel and interior design services.

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SEAGROVE

Stephanie Evans @stephanieevanspaintings / 513.505.4435 stephanieevanspaintings.com

Optimal Health by Doc Smiley’s optimalhealth30a.com / @optimalhealth30a 850.231.2999 / 4935 E Co Highway 30a

5 Benefits of IV Vitamin Therapy

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1. Improves your immune system 2. Slows aging by decreasing oxidative stress 3. Increased energy 4. Improves detoxification pathways 5. Improves mood and cognitive function

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Stephanie Evans is an Impressionistic and Abstract Artist working in oil and acrylic mediums. Known for her vivid colors and her creative use of textures, she can be commissioned to create works of art using an array of your favorite colors to highlight any room. Contact her today to discuss your custom piece!

After years of practicing Emergency and Urgent Care medicine, Drs. J.T. & Christine Smiley wanted to help people achieve Optimal Health. They found IV Vitamin Therapy was a safe, fast and effective way to prevent the acute and chronic disease processes they see every day. Try it today and feel your best!

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Bungalow Home & Life @bungalowhomeandlife / MON-SAT: 10-5 | SUN: 12-5

Come see our new second location in Seagrove! At Bungalow Home & Life, we are a select group of seasoned decorators, artists, craftsmen, jewelry makers, and fashion-minded individuals who have joined together to create a beautiful vendor boutique. We offer design services and are happy to help you create your dream space!

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Santa Rosa Beach: 3906 Hwy 98 W Ste. 28-32 | 850.267.7711 / Seagrove Plaza: 3723 E. Hwy. 30A | 850.534.0040

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Billabong

Frill Seekers Gifts™

Sandestin @billabong_destin

Destin @frillseekersgifts

Haute Styles for the Beach Pish Posh Patchouli’s Rosemary Beach @pishposhpatchoulis

Optikk 30A

Blue Mountain Beach @optikk30a

Tribe Kelley Surf Post Grayton Beach @tribekelleysurfpost

Indigo

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Watercolor @indigowatercolor

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Watersound

Adaro Art adaroart.com / @adaroart / 561.985.5767 21 Hub Lane / TUES-SUN 10-6

Polished 30A @polished30a / 33 Hub Lane

Polished 30A is a boutique nail bar located at The Hub on 30A. They specialize in natural nail services and will give you the best looking hands and feet while you are at the beach.

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Fine art, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry and gifts are all available at Adaro Art. South Walton’s 2015 Artist of the Year, Francisco Adaro, uses a free-form style to utilize a variety of mediums. The gallery also carries treasures from artists from all over the world. All the contemporary artists represented at Adaro are widely acclaimed for their work and the selection of pieces changes frequently.

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A quiet coastal village with uncrowded white sand beaches, rolling dunes, boardwalks and Deer Lake State Park to explore.

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Rosemary Beach Signature products now crafted in house with so much love

With beautiful architecture, a weekly farmers market, and the Town Square filled with shops and restaurants, Rosemary Beach is a charming community just steps away from the gulf.

30A Farmers Market summer 2019

@30a_farmersmarkets / 28 North Barrett Square

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Every Sunday from 9am – 1pm, you’ll find farm fresh produce, homemade dips, artisan breads, natural bath & body products, pet treats and more!

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Inlet Beach Enjoy the natural beauty of nearby Camp Helen State Park and Lake Powell, or take a beach break at the elegant shops and restaurants off of Highway 98.

Photo credit: Resting Beach Face Rentals

Haute List Get Your Caffeine Fix

Sweet Henrietta’s Amavida Sunrise Coffee Cafe Aroma JumpinGoat Coffee

Drift 30A @drift30a / 13123 E Emerald Coast Pkwy

Inspired by the calming, coastal beauty of South Walton, Drift 30A helps customers create spaces that inspire and delight with their selection of beautiful furnishings and unique gifts.

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30A Wellness Studio 30A Medical Spa Salamander Spa at The Henderson Vivo Spa Salon Beach Ready Spa

#hautelistsouthwalton

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Relax & Unwind with a Massage

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1. Stephanie Evans @stephanieevanspaintings 2. Drift 30A Inlet Beach | @drift30a 3. Adaro Art Watersound | @adaroart 4. Abode Seagrove | @abodebeachinteriors 5. Bungalow Home & Life Santa Rosa Beach, Seagrove | @bungalowhomeandlife 6. Lola’s on 30A Santa Rosa Beach | @lolason30a 7. Art & Soul Seagrove | @artandsoul30a

Coastal Dune Co.

South Walton’s Artifical Reefs

Haute Things To Do This Summer!

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Treat yourself to a relaxing massage at 30A Wellness Studio 30awellnessstudio.com Take a dolphin cruise in Destin olinmarlercharterboats.com

Shop at the Grand Boulevard Farmers Market every Saturday from 9am – 1pm facebook.com/grandboulevardfarmersmarket Idyll Hounds Brewery

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Have a bonfire and s’mores on the beach rentgearhere.com Take a RUN/SUP fitness class runsup.com

Sample unique craft beers at Idyll Hounds Brewery idyllhoundsbrewingcompany.com

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Olin Marler’s Dolphin Cruise

Try an IV treatment at Optimal Health optimalhealth30a.com Snorkel at one of South Walton’s artificial reefs swarareefs.org Hang out, shop, take in the view and enjoy craft beer & fine wine at Coastal Dune Co. coastaldune.com

Rent Gear Here Beach S’mores