Emerald Coast Tourism

Emerald Coast Tourism

Emerald Coast Tourism

Florida's reputation as a vacation place is one where there's a party all night every night. This party' aura of Florida stems from the reputation of such vacation spots as Miami and Fort Lauderdale. But there remain places in Florida where one can vacation in relative tranquility, where the pace is a lot slower and one can bask in the sunshine and enjoy peaceful days.

Emerald Coast in Florida stretches through the coast of the three municipalities of Destin, Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton. Before, it was largely fishing communities, but the Emerald Coast has transformed into a vacationers' paradise, where there are a lot of water activities to enjoy. Investments are pouring into Emerald Coast. In Destin, the high-rise construction boom of the 70's has attracted investments in other areas such as the retirement home industry as well as investments in the development of golfing communities.

Tourism remains a big draw in the area. Destin, whose population is somewhere around 12,000, can expect its daytime population to increase to 40,000 from the influx of tourists. It is estimated that 80% of the 4.5 million visitors that flock to the Emerald Coast visit Destin. The area has really been developed to accommodate tourism. Anything and everything a tourist wants, from creature comforts in their accommodations to discounts and sales, they can find in the Emerald Coast.

It might be an exaggeration to say that it means shopping when an address has an FL. Mall and other shopping destinations abound in the Emerald Coast. Tourists nowadays expect to do a lot of shopping when they visit a place, and the Emerald Coast has an abundance of shopping experience to offer.

There is no shortage of Florida factory outlets in the Emerald Coast. In Destin, there are a lot of factory outlets. The shopping there is good because most of the outlet stores are directly managed by the brand manufacturer. Those looking for quality branded merchandise will surely delight in the shopping offers of the Emerald Coast.

And after a day of shopping, the best of Florida dining can also be found in the Emerald Coast. There is obviously a predominance of seafood dining establishments in the area. And for sure, there will be a restaurant or dining establishment that can cater to any taste.

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