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A Holiday on South Walton Beaches!!

Garrett Realty Services — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 01:01:27 +0000

There is no better place to be this holiday season than at the beach! This Florida girl’s idea of a white Christmas includes walking in the snow-like sand of South Walton Beaches with my bare feet — where the temperatures are in the mid-to-high 60’s and wearing a scarf and boots never cross my mind!

Along with beautiful beaches that can be enjoyed all year round comes a calendar full of holiday happenings. On specific evenings throughout the week you can find lots of great events and activities going. For instance, try visiting the Seaside Amphitheatre for an outdoor concert under the stars. These concerts feature performances from talented, local musicians. They are free and open to the public. Included in the festivities are outside holiday movies on the big screen, visits with Santa, Art-Walks, and New Year’s Celebrations.

For those who don’t mind the cold, WaterColor presents The Polar Bear Dip. Take the plunge into 2012, on January 1^st at 8:00AM. Meet at the WaterColor Beach Club as you join the other daring dippers into the brisk waters of the Gulf of Mexico — guaranteed to wake you up no matter how hard you partied on New Year’s Eve!

The Beaches of South Walton are made up of 15 beach neighborhoods. Each one with its own unique flare and famous celebrations that call me home for the holidays. Why not make it yours this year?

20th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival

Garrett Realty Services — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:34:31 +0000

DATE: 11/04/2010

TOWN: Seaside

Set during one of the prettiest seasons on the Emerald Coast, the 20th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival will feature hundreds of wines from around the world November 4-7, 2010.

In conjunction with Taste of The Beach, the main tasting on Saturday is often described as the perfect afternoon. Wine enthusiasts stroll through tasting areas, sampling a wonderful selection of wines.

Each setting also features world-class music. Intimate lectures and tastings with featured guest winemakers, dinners, and reserve wine tastings are all part of the festivities. Special packages are available in the award-winning town of Seaside for accommodations during the festival.

Thursday, Nov. 4: Winemaker Dinner
Bud & Alley’s 7PM

Friday, Nov. 5: Al Fresco Wine Walkabout
Ruskin Place 6-8PM
$145/person (866) 976-7990

Saturday, Nov. 6: Seeing Red Grand Tasting
Seaside 1-5PM
$120/person (866) 976-7990

Sunday, Nov. 7: Champagne Brunch
Great Southern Cafe 11AM

AMY GRANT on Beaches of South Walton

Garrett Realty Services — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 01:26:12 +0000

PIER PARK – Perfect Shopping Excursions!

Garrett Realty Services — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:56:01 +0000

Pier Park in Panama City Beach

Whether you are on vacation with the family for a Spring break or in town with some friends for a quick weekend, be sure to visit the newest shopping extravaganza on the Emerald Coast – Pier Park in Panama City Beach. Just a scenic jaunt down 30A, then a few more miles east on highway 98 … Pier Park is a beach shopping experience with all of your favorite outlet shops from Destin, as well as boutiques, your favorite luxury chains and more!

Great dining is available as well, from casual beach dining to cuisine from all over the world you can keep up the energy with a quick bite or a relaxing meal. Margaritaville offers an outdoor dining deck with a perfect view of the gulf and a great spot for people watching! Cuisine is beach casual with an extensive list of mixed drinks and beers on tap. Prices are fairly reasonable for the view. The Cheeseburger was sensational as was the Caribbean Chicken Salad!

Pier Park is located on Front Beach road in Panama City Beach and is about fifteen minutes from any of the fabulous Santa Rosa Beach rentals by Garrett Realty Services.