The Scout Guide 30A & Destin, Volume 3

30A & DESTIN FLORIDA

3 CITY GUIDE

WELCOME TO AJA 30A, WHERE ASIAN FUSION COMES ALIVE! Located in Inlet Beach, we offer a flavorful journey through Sushi and Asian cuisine.

Enjoy fresh ingredients, innovative dishes, and a unique atmosphere.

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience.

12805 Highway 98 · Suite TT-101 · Inlet Beach, Florida · 850.493.6437 · aja30.com · if@aja30a

DAVID RICHARD FOUNDER

TOM CATHERALL FOUNDER & CERTIFIED MASTER CHEF

T HE S C OU T GUI D E

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ANOTHER DAY IN !

When you think of 30A & Destin, sugar-white sands and the glorious Gulf waters, beach days and bonfire nights, watching dolphins at daybreak and chasing sand crabs by flashlight, a round of golf or a game of pickleball may come to mind. But for us, it’s the communities, traditions, and the deep love for our little piece of paradise that shines the brightest.

Volume 3 of The Scout Guide 30A & Destin is a celebration of the local entrepreneurs and leaders whose businesses and brands have helped shape our community and continue to influence the dynamic landscape of Florida’s Emerald Coast.

We are passionate about highlighting the visionaries behind cherished family businesses, legacy brands, innovative start-ups, and skilled artisans, as well as the movers, shakers, and changemakers. Their passion, determination, and Southern hospitality reflect the “joie de vivre” that defines life here at the beach.

As you explore our coastal towns, we hope you feel inspired to connect with these exceptional businesses and experience their brands firsthand.

Let The Scout Guide 30A & Destin be your guide to discovering the heart of our community, one local gem at a time. And when you visit, please tell them, “The Scout Guide sent you!”

Live. Love. Local. Enjoy!

T H E S C O U T G U I D E .C O M / 3 0 A - D E S T I N @TSG30Adestin The Scout Guide 30A & Destin 850.931.2323

DESTIN 3

ANOTHER LITTLE SCOUT Arriving September 2025

PEYTON TRIST Co -Editor . Owner HEIDI Lo L o CICERO Co -Editor . Owner

435 G R AN D BOU LE VARD | MIR AMAR B E ACH , FLORIDA

850.60 8 .7040 | EM ERILSRESTAU R ANTS .COM | i f @ EM ERILSCOASTAL

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Located at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin, Emeril’s Coastal is the first of Emeril’s Restaurants in Northwest Florida.

The cuisine of Emeril’s Coastal is symbolic of Emeril’s deep appreciation and connection to the water. Combined with the bountiful variety of nearby fresh Gulf seafood and the freshest local ingredients available, Emeril’s Coastal strives to embark you on a seafood experience like no other.

Emeril Lagasse Chef + Restaurateur

Savi Flooring & Tile

Elevating Spaces, Inside & Out

For over 15 years, our locally and family-owned business has been the premier destination for luxury flooring and tile along 30A. Catering to discerning homeowners, designers, builders, and architects, we transform visions into reality with unparalleled craftsmanship. From stunning indoor surfaces to high-end outdoor tile and pavers, we provide the perfect foundation for elevated living.

Beyond residential projects, Savi is also a trusted partner in commercial design, delivering highperformance, aesthetically refined solutions for luxury retail, hospitality, and office spaces.

Come visit our beautiful showroom to discover how Savi Flooring & Tile can bring timeless elegance to your home or business—inside and out.

Richard Savi Owner

2668 US Highway 98 West | Suite 1103 | Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 850.622.3022 | saviflooringandtile.com | if@saviflooringandtile

Jeani Savi Owner

850.963.4946 | marisolgullointeriors.com i@nottooshabbybymarisolgullo

F L AG S H I P LO C AT I O N

9755 US Highway 98 West Miramar Beach, Florida 850.419.3976 30A DESIGN STUDIO

12805 US Highway 98 East Suite P101 | Inlet Beach, Florida 850.520.2390

M ARIS O L G UL LO Owner & Lead Designer

Experienced. Reliable. Authentic.

Attorney-Run Title & Escrow Company Attorneyserving the Emerald Coast since 1983

Destin . Santa Rosa Beach Fort Walton Beach . Freeport ECTS.com | i@emeraldcoasttitle f y Emerald Coast Title Services l Emerald Coast Title Services, LLC

Find Let’s Talk Title With ECTS Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more

ALISON ETHEREDGE, ESQ. Closing Attorney

ASHLEY BOWEN Director of Operations, Licensed Title Agent, and Licensed Instructor

DION MONIZ, ESQ. President

CREATING COZY BEACH BONFIRE MOMENTS THAT TURN INTO

lifetime memories

DAVIN & LY NDSEY H AND OW NERS

INLET BEACH | SEAGR OVE | GR AY TO N B E ACH | G U LF P L AC E | DU N E A LLE N | M I R A M A R B E AC H 8 50 . 73 3 .03 02 | 3 0 A B L A Z E .C O M | i f @ 30 A B L A Z E

BEACH BONFIRES | BEACH EVENTS | BEACH CHAIR SETS

LINDSAY FRETINA LOAN OFFICER

709 Eglin Parkway Fort Walton Beach, Florida 850.797.8881 movement.com/lo/lindsay-fretina i@linds_knows_loans

AL-Temporary Authority, FLALFL-LO36800 | Movement Mortgage, LLC supports Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS ID #39179 (For licensing information, go to: nmlsconsumeraccess.org) | 877 877..314 314..1499 Movement Mortgage, LLC is licensed by FL #LD1360. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or locklock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits. “Movement Mortgage” is a registered trademark of the Movement Mortgage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. 8024 Calvin Hall Rd, Indian Land, SC 29707.

COASTAL LIFEST YLE BOUTIQUE

Lee Hensley Owner · Artist

Lauren Robinson Owner

3788 WEST COUNTY HIGHWAY 30A . SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA 850.660.1662 . LOLASON30A.COM . i@LOLASON30A

Reconnect . Discover . Unwind 200 Henderson Resort Way | Destin, Florida | 850.424.4400 hendersonbeachresort.com

Shaping Memories Embracing the harmony of coastal elegence and nature’s beauty with luxurious accomodations, gulf-to-table cuisine, and a serene, ocean-inspired spa.

Cotton Candy & Sweet Treats Visit us online to view our locations! hellosugar30a.com . i@hellosugar30a

Alisabeth Wilkerson Owner

Murphey Taste Tester

Available for events, parties, and markets

The Hart Family Proprietors

DESTIN GRAYTON BEACH PANAMA CITY BEACH NAVARRE

4688 US-98 . Santa Rosa Beach, Florida beignetsandbrew.com . i@beignetsandbrew f Beignets & Brew

UPSCALE ITEMS FOR BABIES AND CHILDREN BORN WITH A REFINED SENSE OF STYLE.

600 Grand Boulevard | Suite M-103 | Miramar Beach, Florida | 850.343.5920 thebeaufortbonnetcompany.com | i@beaufortbonnet beaufortbonnet__ miramar Present code SCOUTGUIDE in store for 20% off your purchase. One-time use. Valid through May 31, 2026.

DESTIN | SANTA ROSA BEACH SEAGROVE | 30A

Leda Broxson 850.516.3618 leda @ scenicsir.com

Brad Dahler 850.842.8800 brad @ scenicsir.com

3305 West County Highway 30A Santa Rosa Beach, Florida i @ dahlerandco

S T R AT E G Y D I G I TA L DESIGN MEDIA

i f @ F R A N C E S R O YA G E N C Y

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HELLO FRANCES PODCAST

SHANTELLE DEDICKE Founder

F R A N C E S R O Y. C O M

The Gold Standard of Property Management and Luxury Vacation Rentals Along 30A 866.460.3195 | sandersbeachrentals.com if@SandersBeachRentals30A

SWIMWEAR COVER UPS Swimwear Apparel for Sun, Sand, and Surf

CLOTHING ACCESSORIES

SEASIDE

Tori Von Hoene Owner . Founder

THE HUB GRAND BOULEVARD 850.213.0676 | opheliaswimwear.com | if@opheliaswimwear

SHOPPING & THINGS TO DO 30A Olive Oil Co. BECASA Bohlert Massey Not Too Shabby Oko Lifestyle Rolland’s Beauty Bar Myst 30A Attycat’s Arcade

DINING Aja 30A Elevated Asian Amici 30A Italian Kitchen Amigos 30A Mexican Kitchen Canopy Road Cafe Cuvee 30A Goatfeathers Idyll Hound Proper Great American Cookies Marble Slab Creamery

Located at the intersection of 98E and 30A | 12805 US Highway 98 East Inlet Beach, Florida | thirtyavenue.com | i @30ave | f 30Avenue

THE SCOUT GUIDE 30A & DESTIN

RISE & GRIND FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET G O O D V I B E S, G R E AT C O F F E E , S U N R I S E S I P S, A N D C O A S TA L C H I L L .

Enjoy Beachside Brews, Healthy Smoothies, and Yummy Bites 3185 West County Highway 30a • Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 850.460.4790 • sunrisecoffee30a.com • if@sunrisecoffee30a

THE PLACE WHERE LOCALS MEET AND VISITORS FEEL AT HOME.

LYNN KING DUGAS Proprietress

Celebrating 31 + years on 30A 82 South Barrett Square Rosemary Beach, Florida 850.231.2005 patchoulis.com if @ p i s h p o s h p a t c h o u l i s

A F I N E A P O T H E C A RY B O U T I Q U E

All-exclusive Patchouli’s products are made in-house A P O T H E C A RY . G I F T S CUSTOM SCENTING BATH + BODY . BEAUTY SKINCARE . FRAGRANCE A P PA R E L . C A N D L E S

SHARING OUR

SINCE 1992

THE EMERALD COAST’S ONLY

AAA FOUR - DIAMOND STEAKHOUSE

SINCE 1998

Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood has set the standard for fine dining along Florida’s Gulf Coast since 1998.

As Destin’s only AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse, Seagar’s offers 100% USDA Prime steaks, fresh Gulf-totable seafood, and tableside classics like Bananas Foster.

An award-winning wine list with 600+ labels and live piano music create an ambiance of sophistication and indulgence, making every visit an unforgettable experience.

4000 Sandestin Boulevard South Miramar Beach, Florida 850.622.1500 · seagars.com i@seagarsprimesteaks · f Seagar’s

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ACRES OF HOPE! Alaqua Animal Refuge is a sanctuary and adoption center dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing refuge for animals in need. We believe in the healing power of animals on the human spirit and strive to create a better world for both people and animals through education, advocacy, and hands-on care.

R ES C U E . R E H A B I L I TATI O N . SA NCTUA RY . P E R MA N E N T HO ME NATU R E TRAI L S . E D U CATI O NA L E XP E R IE N C E S . E VE N TS

Laurie Hood Founder

NOTABLE MILESTONES: Expanding to include a sanctuary for non-releasable native species.

Hosting unique experiences for visitors, connecting people with animals through education and advocacy.

Offering visitors the chance to experience hundreds of animals of all kinds while exploring scenic nature trails.

A P L AC E O F H O P E F O R A N I M A L S A N D P E O P L E 15 5 DUGAS WAY | F R E E P ORT, FLOR I DA | 85 0.

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Scouted 30A & D E S T IN

P L A C E S to VISIT

ALYS BEACH An architectural masterpiece and iconic luxury beach community on Florida’s Gulf Coast

PADDLE BOARD A RARE COASTAL DUNE LAKE bigfishbikerentals.com

DESTIN’S HISTORY & FISHING MUSEUM 108 Stahlman Avenue . Destin

DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP 306 Harbor Boulevard . Destin

E.O. WILSON BIOPHILIA CENTER

DESTIN FISHING RODEO

Environmental Education Center 4956 State Highway 20 East . Freeport eowilsoncenter.org

Every day each October in Destin destinfishingrodeo.org

EDEN GARDENS STATE PARK 181 Eden Gardens Road . Santa Rosa Beach

Most photographed post office in the USA 99 Central Square . Santa Rosa Beach

destinhistoryandfishingmuseum.org

friendsofedengardens.com

HENDERSON BEACH STATE PARK 17000 Emerald Coast Parkway . Destin floridastateparks.org

NATURE WALK AT TOPSAIL HILL PRESERVE STATE PARK 7525 West County Highway 30A . Santa Rosa Beach floridastateparks.org

UNDERWATER MUSEUM OF ART Offshore Grayton Beach State Park umafl.org

bigjohnfishing.com

SEASIDE POST OFFICE

BIKE SCENIC HIGHWAY 30A South Walton County bigfishbikerentals.com JUSTIN GAFFREY ART GALLERY 21 Blue Gulf Drive . Santa Rosa Beach justingaffrey.com

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ALAQUA ANIMAL REFUGE

155 Dugas Way . Freeport, Florida alaqua.org

Pho t o c ou r t e s y of : A l y s Be ac h

SNORKEL SWARA REEFS

16 reef locations along Walton County’s coastline swarareefs.org GO DOLPHIN WATCHING

Cruise Destin’s Harbor & Crab Island Waterfront . Destin

By the Sea, Beyond the Ordinary

Live, Shop, dine, & bask in the salt air.

Pet Friendly • Lake & Pool • Garages & EV Charging 24 hour Fitness & Saltaire Market

More than a residence, Saltaire is a community community an invitation to effortless coastal living, where thoughtful design meets the rhythm of the sea. Perfectly positioned along Florida’s Emerald Coast and just moments from Seaside, Saltaire is a sanctuary of balance, connection, and belonging.

Mornings unfold with the hush of lake breezes and golden sunlight, best savored from a private terrace or poolside with a treat from the Saltaire Coffee Bar. A leisurely bike ride along Lake Saltaire, a quiet moment by the water, or the energy of a sunrise workout in the lakefront 24/7 fitness studio studioeach day is yours to shape.

Afternoons are effortless effortlesslounge by the tranquil pool, gather for a thoughtfully curated event, or set out to explore local boutiques, eateries, and the sugar-white sands of the 30A seashore, just moments away.

169 Ocean Walk Lane · Santa Rosa Beach, Florida · 844.620.6637 saltaire30a.com · i f @saltaire30a

T wo sa lo n s . O n e pu r ely luxu ri o u s exp eri en c e.

CITY MARKET 850.424.3935 i @pureandcouture

P ho t os c our t e s y of : Pu re 7

GRAND BOULEVARD 850.460.4965 i @purecollectivesalon

Adrianne Brackett owner

30A | DESTIN | HOUSTON | DALLAS | AUSTIN

A full-service interior design firm specializing in projects from new construction and remodeling of high-end residential properties to hotel renovations and corporate design.

713.515.0380 | owengroupinteriors.com i @ owengroupinteriors

Brelan Owen Pearson Partner & Principal Designer

Tami Owen, Owen, Founder & Creative Director

Private plane experience for the general public.

Travis Hill Chief Pilot

SAFETY . CONVENIENCE . COMFORT BOOK A FLIGHT NOW!

850.635.2919 | emeraldcoastaircharters.com

f Emerald Coast Aviation at Bob Sikes / Crestview Airport

Ashley & Brandon Youngs

Owners & Managing Partners

LUXURY VACATION RENTAL MANAGEMENT FIRM Delivering Unforgettable Guest Experiences while Maximizing Owners’ Returns EXCLUSIVELY ON 30A 17 PINE LAKE DRIVE ∙ SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA 850.739.1667 ∙ SOUTHERNHOLIDAYHOMES.COM ∙ if @SOUTHERNHOLIDAYHOMES

“Entertaining friends and family is our way of life. Growing up in the kitchen and having access to fresh, organic, and sustainable sources is what fueled my passion, which I turned into a business.

At Market 30A, you’ll always find fresh fish, seafood, meats, specialty items, and fine wines.”

– Pam Wellborn, Proprietor

13063 Highway 98 East . Inlet Beach, Florida . 850.502.4100 market30a.com . if@market30a

Chef Alan Baltazar Managing Partner

Zsa Zsa The Boss

Pam Wellborn Owner, Certified Sommelier, Certified Specialist of Wine

Life in Alys Beach is a balance of luxury in simplicity and grace, a harmony between the natural environment and the designed, a movement of legacy built as much on time well-spent together as it is on the investment in a beautifully, sustainably built town.

Alys Beach fosters an elevated community experience through an extensive and exquisitely crafted events program, a gracious amenity collection, and through an expansive list of bespoke experiences and partnerships coordinated for homeowners and Alys Beach Vacation guests by our exclusive, dedicated Concierge Program. From private air transportation partners to private in-home chef experiences and beach bonfires, life in Alys Beach is defined by the details that bring us together.

A broader community of guests is embraced through public Signature Events such as Digital Graffiti, Alys Beach Crafted, and expansive seasonal events, as well as by the Merchants of Alys Beach who invite guests to shop and dine while enjoying the architecture, design, and functional beauty of Town Center, the Alys Beach Amphitheatre, and our captivating stretch of the Scenic Highway 30A corridor.

New homeownership opportunities continue to unveil in limited, phased releases, and the Alys Beach Sales Team are the preeminent authorities on new and resale residences and homesites.

Scan to view the shops and restaurants of Alys Beach Town Center.

VACATION | REAL ESTATE | EVENTS | ALYSBEACH.COM

L E T U S M A K E YO U R D R E A M O F L I V I N G O N T H E C OA S T. . .

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Reality!

Buying and Selling commercial and residential properties along Florida’s Emerald Coast for decades.

Brian K. LoCicero Founder & Luxury REALTOR®

Andrew LoCicero REALTOR®

850.739.3800 BeOnTheCoast.com i f l @ BeOnTheCoast

30A . ALYS BEACH . ROSEMARY BEACH . DESTIN SEASIDE . WATERCOLOR . SANDESTIN . KAIYA SEAGROVE . NAVARRE . WATERSOUND PANAMA CITY BEACH

“ S EA” AVA I L A BL E P ROP E RT I E S :

EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH REMAINS AT THE FOREFRONT OF SINFONIA’S MISSON. Since it was established in 2006, Sinfonia Gulf Coast has introduced music to nearly 250,000 children in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.

8 5 0 . 4 6 0 . 8 8 0 0 | S I N F O N I AG U L F C OA S T.O R G | i f @ S I N F O N I AG U L F COA S T

Demetrius Fuller Founder, Music & Artistic Director

E N T E R TA I N | E D U C A T E

| INSPIRE

J O I N U S F O R O U R S T E L L A R 2 0 2 5 – 2 0 2 6 CO N C E R T S E A S O N

Your support is instrumental to our success!

McCaskill & Company is the toast of the Emerald Coast and one of America’s Finest Jewelers.

DAV I D Y U R M A N | E R I C A C O U RT N E Y | K W I AT MARCO BICEGO | JUDEFRANCES | OMI PRIVE S I M O N G . | S Y LV I E | O S C A R H E Y M A N | P I C C H I O T T I K I M B E R LY C O L L I N S | K O N S TA N T I N O | L A U R E N K G U M U C H I A N | H U L C H I B E L L U N I | PA U L M O R E L L I ALEX SEPKUS | KIRK KARA | ANNAMARIA CAMMILLI

You deserve nothing less.

Elizabeth Campbell Owner

Carolyn Brigman Owner

13390 US Highway 98 West Destin, Florida | 850.650.2262 mccaskillandcompany.com if@mccaskillandcompany

Brian Walsh Owner

MAKING HOME BUILDING ENJOYABLE 850.687.0993 keylimeconstruction.com i@keylimeconstructionfl

Complimentary Design Consultations . Realtor Gift Card Program Customer Loyalty Rewards . Competitive Trade Program

A L E XA N D E R C I T Y . MI RA M A R BEACH . SPANISH FORT 850.460.2474 | jesandgray.com | i @ jesandgray

Michael Carey Co--owner Co

Rebekah Osborn Co--owner Co

Braden Gray Owner in training Maslyn Jes Owner in training

LIFESTYLE DESIGN, WATERSCAPE INSPIRED...

WITH A FRESH AND SALTY POINT OF VIEW!

BEAUTY & WELLNESS

TRAVEL & LODGING

Aqua Vitae IV Drip Bar

Alys Beach

Avantgarde Salons

Besté Travel

Cryo850

Cobia Coast Vacation Rentals

Destin Plastic Surgery Center

Emerald Coast Air Charters

Emerald Coast Chiropractic

Henderson Beach Resort

GameDay Men’s Health

Saltaire Apartment Homes

HotWorx Destin

Sanders Beach Rentals

Legacy Dental

Southern Holiday Homes

Pure & Couture Pure Collective Salons

LOCAL FARE

Evolve Aesthetics & Wellness 30A

Aja 30A AJ’s Destin & Grayton

BUILDING & DESIGN Jes & Gray Living Key Lime Construction

Beignets & Brew Bijoux Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House Emeril’s Coastal

Owen Group Interiors

Papa Surf Burger Bar

Phoenix Surfaces MG Interiors by Marisol Gullo Savi Tile & Flooring

Market 30A Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood Sunrise Coffee Co.

Specialty Roofers

OUTDOOR LIVING

REAL ESTATE

Big Fish Bike and Beach Rentals

Be On The Coast Real Estate

Big John Fishing Charters

Kromer Collective

Galati Yachts

Dahler & Co.

30A Blaze

Homes by Kersten Bowman

Directory

VOL. 3

PERSONAL & BUSINESS SERVICES

Frill Seekers Gifts LuxExchange Designer Boutique

Aqua RK Title Services

Lola’s on 30A

Bellamore Photography

McCaskill & Company

Emerald Coast Title Services

Ophelia Swimwear

Frances Roy Agency

Pish Posh Patchouli’s

HF Home Maintenance

Stallworth

Jim Liufau / State Farm

The Beaufort Bonnet Company

Kiana Tate Photography

The District

Lindsay Fretina Movement Mortgage

The Hidden Lantern Bookstore Tribe Kelley Surf Post 30Avenue

ARTS & CULTURE Alaqua Animal Refuge Casey Creates

Liufau McCall Insurance Group The Sitter Society

WEDDING & PARTY All Smiles Photo Booth Blue Magnolia Catering

Justin Gaffrey Gallery

ColorCrush Balloons

by Cindy White

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation

Hello Sugar 30A

Sinfonia Gulf Coast

Sunquest The Event Company

A r twor k : “ Wes t er n L ake S t at e Par k ” by L e e He ns ley

SHOP LOCAL

PA I N T Y O UR PA RT Y T H E P ER F E C T PA L E T T E .

Cindy Adams White Owner

Cindy White Balloon Design is now Colorcrush Balloon Co! Same energy with a fresh new look!

850.687.9992 | colorcrushballoonco.com | i@colorcrushballoonco

Fine Art, Live Event Painting, Brand Illustration, and Design S P E C I A L I Z I N G I N WAT E R C O L O R

caseycreatesart.com i @ caseyccreates

CASEY C U L B E RTS O N A RT I ST

All-Inclusive Weddings & Events

850.830.9359 | sunquesttheeventcompany.com

Rhonda Murray Vice President of Business Development

James Murray Owner

WEDDINGS EVENT PLANNING FLORAL DESIGN RENTALS CATERING

FRESH SEAFOOD | WATERFRONT DINING | LIVE MUSIC | CASUAL COASTAL VIBES OYSTERS & GU LF - TO - TABLE CU ISINE | SIGNATU RE COCKTAILS FAMILY - FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE | BOATING ACCESS & DOCKSIDE DINING

AUTHENTI C G U LF FLAVOR. U NF ORG ET TABLE HARBOR VIEWS. 4 1 4 HAR B O R B O U L E VAR D | D E S T I N , F LO RI DA | 8 5 0 . 4 2 4 . 7 4 0 6 B OS HA M P S . CO M | i @ B OS HA M P S

Chef Andi Bell

CONCIERGE HEALTH CLINIC . TESTOSTERONE THERAPY . WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PEPTIDES + VITAMINS . GAINSWAVE . MUSCULOSKELETAL THERAPY

OPTIMIZE YOUR

H E A LT H .

E L E V AT E Y O U R

GAME.

We treat every man who walks through our door as a teammate, and we are relentless in helping him feel his best.

4477 Legendary Drive | Suite 201 | Destin, Florida | 850.250.1201 | gamedaymenshealth.com/destin i @gameday _ destin | f Gameday Destin | l Gameday Men’s Health Destin

Coming soon to Panama City Beach

Time to take off and travel!

KIM ESTÉ CAMPBELL LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR

504.547.2199 . KIM @ BESTETRAVEL.COM . BESTETRAVEL.COM . i @ BESTE _ TRAVEL

Injectables . Lasers . Facials . Hydrafacials . Microneedling Laser & Permanent Makeup . Chemical Peels . Hair Rejuvenation . Weight Loss Body Contouring . IV Therapy . Peptides . Red Light Therapy . Oxygen Therapy Human Tecar . Lashes . Men & Women’s Sexual Health . Laser Hair Removal Laser Teeth Whitening . and much more CONCIERGE SERVI CES AVAILABLE. Schedule Your Appointment Now! Katie Hirschinger, Partner & Lead Injector | i@ KH_M EDCO

Beauty is our business. Health is our priority!

Mark Wagner Franchise Owner

Santa Rosa Beach Freeport 850.598.0681

34 Heritage | AG Jeans | ALÉMAIS | Barefoot Dreams | Brochu Walker | Bugatchi Citizens of Humanity | ENewton | Frank & Eileen | Freefly | GOODR | GenTeal | Halsey 44 Holderness & Bourne | Janessa Leoné | Mizzen+Main | Marie Oliver | REDVANLY | Rhoback Rodd & Gunn | Trovata Birds of Paradis | Varley | Vince

495 Grand Boulevard | Miramar Beach, Florida | 850.389.5038 | i@shopstallworth

Will Levy Owner

E XC E P T I O N A L M E N ’ S A N D WO M E N ’ S A P PA R E L

MORE WORKOUT, LESS TIME! HOTWORX offers members unlimited, 24-hour access to a variety of virtually instructed, infrared sauna workouts. Our members achieve their fitness goals with 3D Training—our powerful combination of heat, infrared energy, and exercise.

Kathy Whidden Franchise Owner

4489-C Commons Drive West | Destin, Florida | 850.468.9679 hotworx.net/studio/destin | if@hotworxdestin

655 Grand Boulevard | D-103 | Miramar Beach, Florida | 850.654.1850 destinchiropractor.com | if @destinchiro

Ken Whidden, DC J.D. Whidden, DC

Jessica Whidden, DC

CHIROPRACTIC CARE, ANIMAL CHIROPRACTIC, ACUPUNCTURE, DEEP TISSUE L ASER THERAPY, NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING Multiple year award - winning family healthcare business serving Destin and Miramar Beach for over 20 years.

Joseph Rogers Owner & Senior Stylist

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AVA N TGAR D E AVE DA .COM . i f @ AVA NTGA R D E SA LO NFLO R I DA

Personalized Fabulous Finds

Heidi LoCicero Founder + Owner

Peyton Trist Owner

4495 Furling Lane | Destin, Florida | 850.460.2700 | frillseekersgifts.com | ifPl@FrillSeekersGifts

S MA LL B U S I N E SS O W N ERS DOIN G BI G TH I N G S Helping you discover and connect with local businesses on 30A and in Destin, and across the country.

Visit our website to learn more.

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS

FRIENDS COOKING FOR FRIENDS SINCE 1984

Every venue reflects the neighborhood vibe and has a personality all its own while sharing the philosophy of serving up the greatest live music, the freshest seafood, the best raw oysters, the coldest beer, and the coolest libations along Florida’s Emerald Coast!

AJ’s Destin · AJ’s Grayton Beach · AJ’s on the Bayou · AJ’s Oyster Shanty · AJ’s Seafood Oyster Bar 850.837.1913 · AJsDestin.com · i@AJsDestin · @AJsGrayton · @AJsOysterShanty

JAMES Mc M c CALL OWNER & AGENCY PRINCIPAL

DOTTIE LIUFAU OWNER & CFO

BRAD DAVIES COO & AGENT

WE ARE A LOCALLY OWNED, INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY SERVING THE DESTIN, FLORIDA AREA, INCLUDING MIRAMAR BEACH, SANTA ROSA BEACH, NICEVILLE, SCENIC 30A, AND BEYOND. HOME | BOAT | FLOOD | RENTERS | CONDO | AUTO 850.460.7490 | destininsuranceagent.com

Explore the world of Justin Gaffrey at JustinGaffrey.com @ justingaffrey.com Gallery Manager, Maxine Orange | maxine@ 21 Blue Gulf Drive | Santa Rosa Beach, Florida | 850.267.2022

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Justin Gaffrey Art House is an immersive art experience and a center of community on 30A. The gallery exclusively features the artwork of founder Justin Gaffrey, along with a curated storefront of Gaffrey Art Material supplies.

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30TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS October 24-26, 2025 2026 CONCERTS IN THE VILLAGE April 9-June 11, 2026

PAINTING THE PICTURE ArtsReach is a creatively curated array of performing and visual arts inspiring K-12 students, children and adults with special needs, and the military community along the Emerald Coast.

Teaming up with community partners, ArtsReach produces dynamic learning opportunities through the arts.

Championing CULTURAL ARTS by fostering access to creative experiences FOR ALL ABILITIES.

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