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		<title>Be The Superhero Of Your Beach Vacation—Take The Family To Tropic Falls at OWA</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/tropic-falls-at-owa/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here at BeachGuide we’re always on the hunt for fun family activities to spice up visits to the beach and we’ve hit the jack pot with this recommendation! A day (or two) spent at Tropic Falls at OWA Parks &#38; Resort in Foley, Ala., promises to be a highlight of your vacation and it will [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/tropic-falls-at-owa/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Plan A Beach Vacation With A Campy Twist</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-rv-parks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast RV Parks]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[RV Parks]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[When you’re looking to amp up the adventure quotient on your beach vacation, look no further than renting an RV! Imagine waking up to the sound of the surf literally outside your window and stepping outside the RV door to an ocean view. A beach vacation spent in an RV is ideal for those seeking [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-rv-parks/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Unleash the Fun! Dog-Friendly Beaches and Vacation Rentals Await You and Your Pup!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/dog-friendly-beaches/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dog-friendly beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dog-friendly beaches florida]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[He or she may be your family’s best friend, but when it comes to including Fifi or Fido on your next beach excursion, knowing where your pooch will be welcome can take extra planning. There are plenty of dog-friendly beaches in Florida and Alabama, including the ones highlighted below. We’ve also featured several pet-friendly vacation [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/dog-friendly-beaches/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Winter Heats Up at The Sandestin Gumbo &#038; Bloody Mary Festival</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/sandestin-gumbo-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:27:12 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Baytowne Wharf]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gumbo festival]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sandestin Beach Resort]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Alert your taste buds! Cajun flavors are flooding the Emerald Coast at the 37th Annual Sandestin Gumbo and Bloody Mary Festival on Friday and Saturday, February 20-21, 2026. Since 1989, this beloved festival held in the Village of Baytowne Wharf has been drawing crowds in search of the best tasting gumbo and Bloody Marys on [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/sandestin-gumbo-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Make a Splash!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/best-resort-pools/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Will Estell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8324</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to some of the best resort pools on the Gulf Coast! When it comes to relaxation and fun under the sun, the Gulf Coast boasts some of the most magnificent resort pools you can find. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly atmosphere or a tranquil spot to unwind, these pools offer the perfect escape. Check [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/best-resort-pools/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Find Adventure Worth Flipping Over At Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/the-gulfarium-fort-walton-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:49:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=12964</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Vacationing on the Gulf Coast is the ultimate getaway for many of us. I’ll speak for the team here at BeachGuide emphatically stating that we can’t get enough of the Gulf’s crystal clear water gently rolling along the sugar white shoreline. It’s absolute heaven! But inevitably at some point during the vacation, don’t we all [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/the-gulfarium-fort-walton-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Island Resort Fort Walton Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/the-island-resort-fort-walton-beach-fl/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Laura Hussey Estell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:54:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida Beach Vacations]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8346</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[What makes a magical beach getaway? Well, for starters how about sugary sun-drenched sand, just steps away from your resort room? Then add picture-postcard views of emerald water and beach umbrellas, and a lush garden courtyard nestling a jewel of a pool. How about a waterfall-cloaked grotto, where you can swim up to the bar [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/the-island-resort-fort-walton-beach-fl/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Plan-Ahead Tips for Taking Your Dog to the Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/taking-your-dog-to-the-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[tips for taking your dog to the beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your dog is excited to see you each and every day. His or her enthusiasm lifts you when you’re down. Your dog is your best friend. And now you want to thank your pet for such love and loyalty with a BFF beach vacation. But what are the realities of taking your dog to the [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/taking-your-dog-to-the-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>2025 Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pensacola-beach-songwriters-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Songwriters Festival]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Songwriters Festival]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[songwriters festivals in Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=9186</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The 2025 Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival celebrates the art of songwriting, bringing together talented songwriters, musicians, and music lovers from all over. See over 100 songwriters across 19 venues.
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pensacola-beach-songwriters-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>10 Fun Things To Do in Fort Walton Beach, Florida</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/things-to-do-in-fort-walton-beach-fl/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 10:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach attractions]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[There’s no doubt that a stay in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, can be great for recharging the batteries. However, while spending a few days relaxing in a beach chair with the world-famous sugar-white sands between your toes is a great way to pass your time, there are many other family-friendly and couples’ activities to be [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/things-to-do-in-fort-walton-beach-fl/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The 18th Annual Digital Graffiti Festival in Alys Beach Will Light up the Nights</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/digital-graffiti-alys-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 01:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Experience a Sensory Extravaganza of Digital Art, Architecture, and Sound at the 2025 Digital Graffiti Festival in Alys Beach If you’re a fan of art, architecture, and the beach you’re certain to enjoy Digital Graffiti &#8212; one of the Beaches of South Walton&#8216;s most-popular events. This year’s 18th Annual Digital Graffiti Festival at Alys Beach [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/digital-graffiti-alys-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Revive &#038; Thrive at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/revive-thrive-at-sandestin-golf-and-beach-resort/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:58:08 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida Beach Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacations]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=13220</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves, the sun rising over sugar-white sands, and a day filled with unforgettable moments ahead. At Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, the Emerald Coast’s premier destination for relaxation and adventure, 2025 is all about Revive &#38; Thrive—a commitment to crafting experiences that refresh the soul and create [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/revive-thrive-at-sandestin-golf-and-beach-resort/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Easter Happenings Will Soon Be Hopping on the Gulf Coast!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/easter-happenings/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Orange Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Easter on the Gulf]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1950</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[All along the Destin, Sandestin and 30A coasts, communities are getting ready to celebrate Easter with live music, egg hunts, bunny visits, and more — and visitors of all ages are welcome to join in. Following is a list of several Destin, Sandestin and 30A Easter events. Easter Celebrations in Destin and 30A — Sunday, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/easter-happenings/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Escape to Luxury: The Ultimate Guide to Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection  &#8211; A Getaway Like No Other</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/escape-to-luxury-at-hotel-effie-sandestin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 07:54:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=13183</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Tucked within the renowned Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection is where modern elegance meets classic Southern hospitality. Whether you&#8217;re planning a romantic retreat, midweek reset, spring break adventure, or a long-overdue vacation, this is the perfect destination for relaxation, indulgence, and unforgettable experiences. From spa serenity and rooftop cocktails to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/escape-to-luxury-at-hotel-effie-sandestin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Birds of the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/birds-of-the-gulf-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores attractions]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8583</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Discover the hidden gem of birdwatching along the Gulf Coast — where turquoise waters and diverse wildlife provide the ideal setting for your next outdoor excursion! Learn more about some of the Gulf Coast birds you&#8217;ll see on your next vacation. The Gulf Coast’s emerald-blue surf, sparkling beaches, sunny skies, balmy temperatures, gentle ocean breezes, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/birds-of-the-gulf-coast/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Forgotten Coast en Plein Air Paint-Out Draws Acclaimed Artists to Several Local Coastal Communities</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/forgotten-coast-en-plein-air/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Apalachicola]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cape San Blas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Carrabells]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Eastpoint]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Forgotten Coast en Plein Air art show]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mexico Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Port St. Joe]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[St. George Island]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Artists from Across the Globe to Gather Along the Forgotten Coast Internationally acclaimed artists will flock to Cape San Blas and nearby coastal towns for 10 days beginning March 14th, for the Forgotten Coast en Plein Air Paint-Out. The Paint-Out is hailed as among the most-prestigious events of its kind and will feature 19 professional [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/forgotten-coast-en-plein-air/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Dreams Come True When You Swim With Dolphins At Gulf World Marine Park</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-world-marine-park/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:30:03 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=13036</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[We’ve all been transfixed by the graceful beauty of a school of dolphins swimming in the Gulf ofMexico. As they arch above the rolling tides and dive back into the Emerald green depths, many of uslong to take the journey with these majestic mammals. Forget about chasing wild dolphins down for afrolic in the water-it’s [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-world-marine-park/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>She Sells Seashells But What Is a Seashell Anyway?</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/what-is-a-seashell/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Charlie Peay]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 08:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[seashells]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=266</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Did you know that seashells belong to the kingdom known as Mollusca? Most Mollusca are soft, slug-like creatures with a hard external shell that helps protect them in their ocean environment. It’s this outer shell that is more commonly known as a seashell. The shell itself is primarily composed of calcium carbonate, which is secreted over time [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/what-is-a-seashell/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Top Things to Do Along Highway 30A</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/top-things-to-do-on-30a/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 11:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[30A Attractions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Things To Do Along 30A]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=3323</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[While most visitors are naturally drawn to the beautiful beaches when booking a stay on Highway 30A, they realize there is much more fun and adventure available than a simple day at the beach. This renowned location is bursting with natural beauty, serene scenery, and a playful nature. And vacationers quickly realize there are many [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/top-things-to-do-on-30a/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Crab Island: Submerged Sandbar Is Destin Hot Spot</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/crab-island-destin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1623</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Have you visited Crab Island yet? If so, you know it&#8217;s the hot spot locals go to when craving a breezy, fun day on the water. Not really an island at all, this popular Destin gathering spot is actually a submerged sandbar. Located on the bay side of Marler Bridge, the sand bar is covered [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/crab-island-destin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Fun Outdoor Beach Activities for Kids and Adults</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/fun-outdoor-beach-activities-for-kids-and-adults/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julia Sayers Gokhale]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:11:52 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[beach activities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cocktail cruise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fishing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast biking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sandcastle lessons]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[stand-up paddleboarding]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=7561</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Lots of Beach Activities Choices A trip to the Gulf Coast is the perfect vacation for families who love fun outdoor beach activities for kids and adults. But not everyone is content to lie on the beach or romp in the Gulf all day – especially if traveling with kids. For families who want to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/fun-outdoor-beach-activities-for-kids-and-adults/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Pensacola Seafood Festival Lining Up to be a Great Time!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pensacola-seafood-festival-lining-up-to-be-a-great-time/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8879</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Scrumptious food, fantastic live music, arts and crafts galore and much much more are on the menu at this year’s Pensacola Seafood Festival in downtown Pensacola, Florida. Schedule Friday, September 29 &#124; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, September 30 &#124; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, October 1 &#124; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pensacola-seafood-festival-lining-up-to-be-a-great-time/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Emerald Coast Poker Run: Playing Cards for a Cause</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/emerald-coast-poker-run/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[emerald coast poker run]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=2167</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Annual Event Making a Difference for a Quarter Century You don’t have to own a boat to have plenty of fun during the Emerald Coast Poker Run. Participants and party-goers alike are sure to have a blast at the annual boating and fundraising event, presented by the Emerald Coast Foundation as part of Boat Week. [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/emerald-coast-poker-run/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Elevate Your Beach Trip</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/luxury-beach-services/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Darcie Plowden]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 18:24:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8559</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Infuse your beach trip with luxury indulgences for incredible memories, less hassle and more time spent with family and friends. We can all agree a vacation to the Gulf Coast is a luxury in and of itself with time spent relaxing with family and friends surrounded by dazzling white sand and sparkling emerald waters. Vacations [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/luxury-beach-services/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Find the Best Beer at the Beach at these Gulf Coast Breweries</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-breweries/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Will Estell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 14:51:06 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=8493</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[If you’re a fan of great craft beer and beautiful beaches you’re definitely in luck when deciding to hit this strip of white sand and emerald waters, looking for either.  In addition to the remarkable views, hot summer nights, and great food and fun, this immensely popular destination is also home to an array of Gulf [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-breweries/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Best Beach Bars on the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/best-beach-bars/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julia Sayers Gokhale]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2022 00:58:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=7927</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Grab a cocktail or cold beer at one of these iconic and trendy beach bars on the Gulf Coast. Sun, sand, and a cocktail in hand&#8230;there’s a reason this phrase is on every beach tote and koozie. Nothing goes better together than the beach and a tropical cocktail. So, it only makes sense that the [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/best-beach-bars/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Gulf Coast 4th of July  Fireworks Schedules</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-july-4-fireworks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2021 19:56:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[july 4 fireworks]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[july 4 gulf coast fireworks]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1724</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[All along the Gulf Coast, resorts and communities are gearing up to celebrate July 4th fireworks celebrations with food, music, and more. And since the fun starts on Friday, July 2, and continues through the weekend, we’ve compiled a list so you won’t miss a thing. (Unless otherwise stated, admission to all events is free.) [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-coast-july-4-fireworks/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Giddy for Graffiti</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/digital-graffiti-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:39:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=674</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[One of the  most popular events on 30A is right around the corner, Digital Graffiti Festival: A Drive-Thru Experience at Alys Beach. Alys Beach gives artists from all over the world the opportunity to display their original work while competing for prize money in a juried art competition. This one-of-a-kind visual and immersive event features [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/digital-graffiti-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Work Remotely from the Beach with These Vacation Rentals</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/work-remotely-from-the-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julia Sayers Gokhale]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:26:59 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[long-term vacation rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Russell Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sandpiper Cove]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[work remotely]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=7647</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live, play, vacation, and, more than anything, how we work. As more and more people began working remotely, they&#8211;and their companies&#8211;realized that many jobs can be performed from anywhere. So why not work remotely from the beach?&#160; As vacation rental companies had to adapt to a new [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/work-remotely-from-the-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Find Your Peace at the Best Secluded Beaches Along the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/find-your-peace-at-the-best-secluded-beaches-along-the-gulf-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julia Sayers Gokhale]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2020 20:50:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Apalachicola]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bahia Honda State Park]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cayo Costa Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Navarre Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[secluded beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[St. George Island]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://blog.beachguide.com/?p=7491</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[More and more people are flocking to the beach as domestic and outdoor tourism rises, which means several coastal areas are seeing an increase in visitors. While the benefit of a beach vacation during the COVID-19 pandemic is that it allows for relatively safe travel, you still don’t want to be around large crowds, even [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/find-your-peace-at-the-best-secluded-beaches-along-the-gulf-coast/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Discover Underwater Wonders at Navarre Beach Diving Reefs</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/navarre-beach-diving-reefs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2020 10:47:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Navarre Beach artificial reef]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Navarre Beach diving]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=3628</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[(Reef photos courtesy of Navarre Beach Marine Sanctuary and Navarre Beach Marine Science Station.) Take a look from the balcony of your Navarre beachfront condo&#160;or from a beach chair on the sugar-white sands, and there’s no denying that Navarre Beach boasts a natural beauty that stands above most other Northwest Florida vacation destinations. But there [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/navarre-beach-diving-reefs/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Thrilling Yet Relaxing, a Destin Dolphin Cruise Delivers on Family Fun!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin-dolphin-cruise/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin dolphin cruise]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=4991</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[On your next trip to Destin, why restrict all your fun to the beach? The Gulf of Mexico is home to thousands of marine creatures, and they offer plenty to explore beyond the water’s edge. But few inhabitants of the Gulf capture the imagination as well as dolphins. With their mouths curved into permanent smiles, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin-dolphin-cruise/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Jellyfish Facts: Safety Tips, Sting First Aid, and Fun Things To Know</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/jellyfish-facts/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 08:30:39 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jellyfish facts]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6393</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Safely exhibited behind the glass of an aquarium, jellyfish, with their fluorescent colors, spots, stripes, and other markings, can be real crowd pleasers. However, a close encounter with a jellyfish in the ocean or on the beach can have painful consequences for vacationers. The good news is that these stinging nuisances, which are found abundantly [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/jellyfish-facts/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Beach Vacation Rentals Vs Hotels: Pros and Cons of Each</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/vacation-rentals-vs-hotels/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 08:30:49 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hotels versus vacation rentals]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=5392</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Where you stay on vacation truly can make or break your experience. Booking a hotel room has been the traditional vacation practice for decades, and it’s an economical choice for a short stay. But vacation rentals – private homes and condominiums, typically located in residential areas – offer a different experience. Rentals not only feel [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/vacation-rentals-vs-hotels/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>5 Tips for Knowing When To Buy Travel Insurance</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/travel-insurance-buying-tips/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Merritt]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 08:30:10 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=5117</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ve picked your dream beach destination, found a vacation rental, and you&#8217;re booking your stay, but inevitably you&#8217;ve got one more decision to make: Should you or shouldn&#8217;t you buy travel insurance. What would happen to your beach vacation investment in the event of a tropical storm or an unforeseen illness? What if you have [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/travel-insurance-buying-tips/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show: Exciting 2019 Season Closes in Style</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/blue-angels-homecoming-air-show/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:30:46 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blue angels]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach Air Show]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=5042</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[On November 8 and 9, Naval Air Station Pensacola will welcome the Blue Angels back to the base&#160;for their homecoming air shows. The Friday and Saturday shows will mark the Angels’ 73rd anniversary. Since 1946, they have been traveling the country, wowing audiences with their precision flight formations (sometimes bringing them as close to each [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/blue-angels-homecoming-air-show/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Boardwalk Beach Resort Weddings: Say &#8220;I Do&#8221; on the White Sands in Panama City</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort-weddings/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2019 11:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[beach weddings]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Boardwalk Beach resort weddings]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=4563</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Whoever said life is all about the journey rather than the destination clearly did not have a Boardwalk Beach Resort wedding in Panama City. Close your eyes and picture you and your partner, the bridal party, and the groomsmen having fun taking photos while the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico. Think of how [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort-weddings/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Gulf Coast Fishing in Northwest Florida and Alabama – A Year-Round Affair</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/gulf-coast-fishing/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2018 09:52:26 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Orange Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Fishing]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=4509</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[It’s a fact that the sugar-white sands and blue-green waters of the Northwest Florida and Alabama Gulf coasts attract millions of visitors each year. But did you know that these locations also offer some of the best fishing in the world? In fact, the fishing fun is just as bountiful as sunshine here. And you [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/gulf-coast-fishing/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Parasailing in Gulf Shores — Take Your Senses for a Ride</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/parasailing-in-gulf-shores-take-your-senses-for-a-ride/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 13:30:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Orange Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Parasailing in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6699</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Imagine you’re a bird soaring above the sparkling Gulf of Mexico, just where the waters meet the white-sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. What would you see? Maybe schools of fish swimming below, or a pod of dolphins playing a few hundred feet under your toes. Perhaps you’d catch a glimpse of sea turtles nesting [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/parasailing-in-gulf-shores-take-your-senses-for-a-ride/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Siesta Fiesta Art Festival Offers Unique Creations of Artists from Across the Nation</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/siesta-fiesta-art-festival-celebrates-40-years/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2018 20:12:28 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Siesta Fiesta]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Siesta Key art festival]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6581</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Immerse yourself in a delightful array of handmade arts and crafts during this year&#8217;s Siesta Fiesta Art Festival. The annual block party is scheduled for May 4-5 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in beautiful downtown Sarasota, Florida. The Street Fair setting will be in 5 Points Park and will showcase the unique creations of artists and [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/siesta-fiesta-art-festival-celebrates-40-years/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival: Ready, Set, Build Sand Sculptures!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/pier-60-sugar-sand-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2018 19:10:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pier 60 sand sculpture contest]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6534</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The sugar-white sands of Clearwater Beach will soon become raw material for works of art during the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival. Sixteen of the world’s best sand sculptors are lined up to participate in this year’s 10th annual festival. It&#8217;s scheduled for March 29th &#8211; April 14th and themed “Sands of Time.” These incredible [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/pier-60-sugar-sand-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Visit Tampa Bay Blues Festival, Banish the Lingering Winter Blahs</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/visit-tampa-bay-blues-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2018 19:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida blues festivals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Blues Festival]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6481</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[St. Petersburg, Florida, comes alive with the blues at Vinoy Waterfront Park during the highly acclaimed Tampa Bay Blues Festival. Hailed as one of the world’s finest blues music events, the festival, scheduled this year for April 6-8, packs out the house with three days of legendary sounds from some of the biggest names in [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/visit-tampa-bay-blues-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Celebrate Art at Springfest Festival of Fine Arts and Fine Crafts</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/springfest-festival-of-fine-arts-and-fine-crafts/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 21:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida art festivals]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Head to the Anna Maria Island Art League’s 30th Annual Springfest Festival of Fine Arts and Fine Crafts and dive into art of all colors, textures, and mediums. Held each year in Holmes Beach, the biggest community on this beautiful barrier island, Springfest brings people of all ages together to share its three biggest attractions [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/springfest-festival-of-fine-arts-and-fine-crafts/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Make a Run for It in the Boca Grande 5K Run and Fun Walk</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/boca-grande-5k-run-and-fun-walk/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2017 18:43:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[5k fun runs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Boca Grande]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[You know you love to run. And you know you love the beach. So, what are you waiting for? Join the folks at Boca Grande Community Center for an island 5K Run and Fun Walk through the historic town, one of Southwest Florida’s premier spots to take in the sun. Not only is the event [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/boca-grande-5k-run-and-fun-walk/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Happy Tasting at Apalachicola’s Annual Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/apalachicolas-forgotten-coast-chefs-sampler/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2017 16:46:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Apalachicola]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Because it’s hosted by a city with the memorable name of Apalachicola, you should expect the 22nd annual Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler to be uniquely fun. Presented by the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce, the event features chefs from all over the Forgotten Coast, preparing and serving their most creative dishes. It&#8217;s scheduled for Sunday, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/apalachicolas-forgotten-coast-chefs-sampler/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Festive Naples, Florida, Cocktail Party Raises Funds &#8220;For the Love of Art&#8221;</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/naples-for-the-love-of-art/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2017 18:55:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[For the Love of Art]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Naples (FL) Art Association fundraiser]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://checkout.beachguide.com/blog/?p=6243</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Art connoisseurs know that the love of art comes from the heart, bringing joy and visual engagement. So it’s no wonder that “For the Love of Art,”  a festive cocktail party/gala organized by the Naples Art Association, is a highly anticipated event that has become as unique as the artistic creativity and artists it showcases. [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/naples-for-the-love-of-art/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>ArtFest Fort Myers  – Waterfront Event Is Southwest Florida’s Premier Art Festival</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/artfest-fort-myers-is-southwest-floridas-premier-art-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2017 18:10:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ArtFest Fort Myers]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida art festivals]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you ever need a reason to head to the beach, ArtFest Fort Myers is destined to be one of them. The popular event gives you all the fun and sun you need wrapped in one sweet weekend. Held each February on the city’s beautiful waterfront, ArtFest features original artwork from more than 200 experienced [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/artfest-fort-myers-is-southwest-floridas-premier-art-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Venice, Florida Christmas Boat Parade Dazzles Visitors</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/venice-florida-christmas-boat-parade/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2017 19:42:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Christmas boat parades]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Intracoastal Waterway will become a sea of floating holiday-light displays on December 2nd during the 35th annual Venice, Florida Christmas Boat Parade. Seasoned boating enthusiasts and novices alike will take to the water for the magical evening and a chance to claim top spot for the best-decorated holiday boat. The parade is set to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/venice-florida-christmas-boat-parade/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Eat Your Way Through Mardi Gras at the Mexico Beach Gumbo Cook-Off</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/mexico-beach-gumbo-cook-off/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Milberger Moore]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 21:30:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gumbo festival]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mexico Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nothing says celebrate like a Mardi Gras event coupled with a great batch of fresh, spicy gumbo, especially when you’re talking about the 20th Annual Mexico Beach Gumbo Cook-Off scheduled for February 17, 2018. Held during a season of smaller beach crowds and ideal Florida temperatures, this popular event features the best gumbo and Brunswick [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/mexico-beach-gumbo-cook-off/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>5 Reasons for Booking Vacation Rentals from the Pros</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/booking-vacation-rentals/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2017 22:35:41 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[booking vacation rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[reasons to book with a property management company]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Finding the perfect beach vacation rental to book for a reasonable price can be difficult. So, we suggest that rather than struggle with uncertainty, you go through an experienced and reputable property management company when booking vacation rentals. In addition to making the booking process easier, the advantages of using a pro may include discounts, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/booking-vacation-rentals/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>“Papa” Enthusiasts Pour Into Key West for 2017 Hemingway Days</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/hemingway-days-key-west/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2017 14:37:39 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Ernest Hemingway in Key West]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Key West Hemingway Days]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come one! Come all! Whether you’re a devoted Hemingway fan, a Key West lover, a white-bearded “Papa” Hemingway look alike, a fisherman, a paddleboard pro, a 5K enthusiast, a big-time partier, or all of the above, you’re in for six days of unrivaled fun at 2017 Hemingway Days. The 37th annual celebration of the life [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/hemingway-days-key-west/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Highway 30-A Arts: The Heart and Soul of South Walton</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/highway-30-a-art-and-soul/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2017 10:47:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Highway 30-A arts]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[South Walton arts]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#160; While scenic Highway 30-A might be best known for its lush landscapes and tropical tranquillity, this renowned stretch of Gulfside road is also dotted with galleries displaying local and regional artwork. From beach paintings to driftwood furniture and seashell picture frames, these South Walton communities offer something just about everyone will love. Plan some time [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/highway-30-a-art-and-soul/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Fort Myers Hosts Fifth Annual Fort Rock Festival, April 29 – 30</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/fort-rock-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alison Large Ketcham]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Apr 2017 20:12:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Rock]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southwest Florida Rock Festivals]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Music and beach lovers will experience rock-and-roll heaven on earth at the Monster Energy fifth annual Fort Rock Festival, Saturday, April 29, and Sunday, April 30, at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. South Florida’s biggest rock festival will feature two stages with a lineup of artists that is sure to appeal to rock-and-roll [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/fort-rock-festival/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Budget-friendly Beach Games and Activities</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/beach-games-and-activities/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[All too often, guests plan a beach vacation and forget about the key component when planning activities for the trip — the BEACH.  Water parks, excursions and dining can run up vacation expenses in a hurry, especially for families. But there are dozens of beach games and activities that come with little to no cost [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/beach-games-and-activities/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Ten Easy Day Trips From Gulf Shores, Alabama</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/ten-easy-day-trips-gulf-shores-alabama/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2016 20:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Orange Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[When it’s chilly, raining, or you just want a break from the beach, these destinations offer fun-packed options the whole family will enjoy. All 10 are easy day trips from Gulf Shores, AL. – BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME, Theodore, Alabama, near Mobile. The former country estate of Mobile Coca-Cola bottler Walter Bellingrath and his wife, Bessie, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/ten-easy-day-trips-gulf-shores-alabama/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Beach Safety Tips for an Amazing Vacation</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beach-safety-tips/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2016 20:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[BE SAFE SWIMMING Make sure everyone in the family knows how to swim. Swim where there’s a lifeguard, and don’t swim alone. When swimming in the ocean, avoid getting into water that is more than waist-deep. Young and/or inexperienced swimmers should wear U. S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. If you&#8217;re planning on going boating, canoeing, kayaking, or [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beach-safety-tips/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Blue Angels Air Show: Keeping Your Cool in Pensacola&#8217;s July Heat</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/blue-angels-air-show-keeping-cool-pensacolas-july-heat/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2016 20:21:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pensacola Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Blue Angels air show in Pensacola]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[There’s nothing quite like watching the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration team, perform aerial acrobatics near its home base at Naval Air Station Pensacola. Most everyone enjoys watching fast planes, and if the sight of their vapor trails doesn’t send you daydreaming, then the sounds of the screaming jets roaring overhead is sure [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/blue-angels-air-show-keeping-cool-pensacolas-july-heat/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Five Reasons Guests Love Boardwalk Beach Resort in Panama City</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2015 15:01:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Boardwalk Beach Resort amenities]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of the most popular destinations in Northwest Florida, Panama City Beach is flush with accommodating hotels and condos eager to be your home base for a memorable getaway. Choosing the right one is important, too, because where you stay can make or break your vacation experience. Boardwalk Beach Resort offers the views and service, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Days and Nights of Holiday Cheer in Destin and Fort Walton Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/holiday-things-to-do-in-destin-and-fort-walton-beach-florida/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2015 19:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[holiday things to do on the Emerald Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[With mild temperatures and a sunny disposition, winter on Florida&#8217;s Emerald Coast is delightful. And if trading your shovel and snow boots for a bathing suit and flip-flops doesn’t seem festive enough, there are plenty of holiday things to do in Destin and Fort Walton Beach for visitors of all ages. Following are some of the most popular. 12 [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/holiday-things-to-do-in-destin-and-fort-walton-beach-florida/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Let Sparkling Wine and Holiday Lights Put You in a Festive Mood</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sandestin-sparkling-wine-tasting-event/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2015 20:24:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Sandestin wine tastings]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[What better way to kick off the holiday season than with a glass or two of bubbly? And wine lovers will have a great opportunity to sample some of the best at the upcoming Sparkling Wine and Holiday Lights tasting, hosted by the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. This festive [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sandestin-sparkling-wine-tasting-event/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Boardwalk Beach Resort Free-for-All Fall Special Leaves More Cash for Fun</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort-fall-special-rates/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2015 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Boardwalk Beach Resort fall specials]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.beachguide.com/blog/?p=3792</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Missed getting down to the Florida Gulf Coast for a beach vacation this summer? No worries, because Boardwalk Beach Resort in Panama City Beach has the perfect fallback plan! Summer is great, but fall is even better here because visitors can enjoy uncrowded beaches, mild temperatures, and some serious savings on a stay at a [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/boardwalk-beach-resort-fall-special-rates/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>It&#8217;s Not Too Late to Book Your July 4th Vacation</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/july-4th-beach-vacation/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2015 20:56:52 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Great news for anyone looking for a last-minute vacation rental for the week of July 4th. You can still find a fine selection of rentals with Counts-Oakes Resort Properties. Their rentals include beach houses, resorts, and condos in Panama City Beach, Destin, and Highway 30-A. Call 888-210-3201 soon, because just about every vacation rental in [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/july-4th-beach-vacation/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Gulf Shores Weather</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-shores-weather/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2015 23:29:58 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s not heaven…but it’s close. Gulf Shores is known as a fantastic spot for a beach vacation in Alabama, and the weather has a lot to do with that. Boasting sun-soaked summers and warm winters, Gulf Shores is a cool coastal community that offers vacation fun virtually year-round. Warm season Nobody takes a vacation just [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/gulf-shores-weather/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Special Events Lure Visitors to Gulf Coast Year-Round</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/gulf-coast-events/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2015 20:35:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[gulf coast events]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Warm weather, emerald waters, and beaches so white that they dazzle the eyes are the major attractions for most visitors to the Florida and Alabama Gulf coasts. But the region also plays host to music festivals, wine tastings, fishing rodeos, and other special Gulf Coast events — some so big that folks regularly plan their [&#8230;]
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		<title>Trade in your snow shoes for flip flops!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/spring-break-beach-deals/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2015 15:17:11 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[spring break beach vacation deals]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=2509</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[With warmer temperatures just around the corner, now is the time to start getting into a Spring state-of-mind. And what better way to get into the spirit than with a spring break beach deal in Northwest Florida? Luckily, ResortQuest By Wyndham Vacation Rentals is currently offering hot deals like 15 percent off your vacation rentals, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/spring-break-beach-deals/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>How To Pack the Perfect Beach Bag</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/what-to-pack-in-a-beach-bag/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:54:39 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Shores]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[what to pack in a beach bag]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=2278</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The best way to ensure a relaxing day at the beach is to start with a little planning. Giving some thought to what to pack in a beach bag means you won’t get settled on the sand only to discover that your bottled water and sunscreen are back at your condo or hotel room. Following [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/what-to-pack-in-a-beach-bag/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>It’s a Great Time for Horsing Around on the Gulf</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/horseback-riding-on-the-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2014 07:30:13 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[cape san blas horseback riding]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gulfside trail rides]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[horseback riding fairhope al]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[horseback riding on the beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[horseback riding santa rosa beach]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1446</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The cool, sunny days of winter are perfect for enjoying a different kind of Gulf Coast vacation adventure  ­ &#8211; horseback riding on the beach. Trail riding is an exciting way to get up close and personal with the area’s natural beauty, from pine woodlands teeming with wildlife to coastal forests skirting the rare dune [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/horseback-riding-on-the-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Beach Plants and Sand Dunes Were Made for Each Other</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/beach-plants-and-sand-dunes-were-made-for-each-other/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Charlie Peay]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2014 11:28:59 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast plants and vegetation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sand Dune restoration]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=518</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[We all know how pretty sand dunes are, but did you know that sand dune systems on the Florida and Alabama beaches are formed by wave and wind action and help to protect mainland areas from tropical storms and hurricanes?  The sand dunes, which have evolved over millions of years, actually help to absorb the vast [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/southwest-florida/beach-plants-and-sand-dunes-were-made-for-each-other/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Have Fun and Get Fit with SUP (Stand Up Paddle-boards) in Destin, FL</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/sup-stand-up-paddleboards/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2014 19:24:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Recreation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Paddle-boarding]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sup]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=2126</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Have you tried stand-up paddle-boarding yet? It’s lots of fun and easy to learn, so it’s no wonder it’s one of the hottest new sports to hit the Gulf Coast. Paddle-boarding offers an exciting and different way to explore the area’s lakes, canals, harbors and bays, and — once you learn to balance — the [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/sup-stand-up-paddleboards/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Turn Your Sandcastle Creations Into Cash!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/facebook-photo-contest/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2014 15:05:20 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Facebook Photo Contest]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[sandcastle contest]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1996</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Enter our Sandcastle Facebook Photo Contest this summer, and you could win CASH and a FREE sandcastle-building lesson! The grand prize is $200 plus a two-hour lesson from beachsandsculptures.com, owned by professional sand sculptors Rick and Capri Mungeam. The lesson (good through the end of 2015) includes a demonstration of proper sand-sculpting tools and their [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/facebook-photo-contest/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Enter Our Gulf Coast Getaway Giveaway TODAY!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/enter-our-gulf-coast-getaway-giveaway-today/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2014 14:44:37 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Giveaway]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Win a Free Gulf Coast Getaway]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1965</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[During the month of May, we’re offering one of our lucky Facebook fans the chance to win a three-day, two-night stay in a deluxe two-bedroom condo on the beautiful Gulf Coast, from Gulf Shores to Panama City Beach. To enter, just visit us at https://www.facebook.com/Beachguideâ€Ž and click on the contest link. Be sure to ‘share’ [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/enter-our-gulf-coast-getaway-giveaway-today/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Happening in November in Destin</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/happening-in-november-in-destin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2013 16:29:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1832</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Saturday, November 9 Habitrot for Humanity Half Marathon and 5K Run Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, 6 a.m. to noon Course features spectacular scenery ranging from beach to bay. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. www.sandestin.com/events Saturday, November 16 Sandestin Wine Festival presents Sparkling Wine and Holiday Nights Village of Baytowne Wharf, 4 to 7 p.m. [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/happening-in-november-in-destin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Beer Fest This Weekend at Baytowne Wharf</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beer-fest-this-weekend-at-baytowne-wharf/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:28:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1817</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[More than 200 international and craft beers from 40-plus breweries are the stars at the sixth annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest in Sandestin. Known as “the Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast,” the celebration kicks off on Friday night, October 18, with a beer and barbecue pairing presented by Marlin Grill on the Village [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beer-fest-this-weekend-at-baytowne-wharf/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Pool Parties, Picnics, Fine Art, and More for Labor Day</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sandestin-labor-day-events/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2013 19:30:52 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1787</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is gearing up for its annual Labor Day Weekend Celebration, August 29 through September 4. This year’s lineup of special events includes an art show, live music, pool parties, picnics, beach volleyball, bonfires, fireworks, and more. Resort guests will also receive discounts on accommodations, plus complimentary bike and kayak rental [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sandestin-labor-day-events/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>New Music Festival Debuts in Panama City Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/gulf-coast-jam-debuts-in-panama-city-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:17:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1778</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Country music fans will have something to celebrate when the Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam debuts in Panama City Beach next month. Scheduled for September 26, 27, and 28, the event&#160;  features a stellar lineup that includes Toby Keith, Brantley Gilbert, Trace Adkins, Kip Moore, Darryl Worley, Blackberry Smoke, and the Charlie Daniels Band. Performances will [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/gulf-coast-jam-debuts-in-panama-city-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>What To Pack for the Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beach-vacation-packing-list/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 19:03:45 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[beach packing guide]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1744</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[While you don’t need a whole lot of stuff for a trip to the beach, it still pays to put a little thought into what you’re packing. Otherwise, you’ll either end up lugging too many pairs of shoes or discovering when you arrive that you’ve forgotten something basic like suntan lotion or your bathing suit. [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beach-vacation-packing-list/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Get Ready to Enjoy a Great New Sport &#8211; Paddleboarding</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/stand-up-paddleboarding-destin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:13:56 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1688</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[One of the most popular new sports to hit the Gulf Coast is stand-up paddleboarding. It’s fun, it’s safe, and it’s relatively simple to learn, so it’s a great activity the whole family can enjoy. Paddleboarding offers a whole new way to enjoy the water &#8211; lakes, canals, and other inland waterways as well as [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/stand-up-paddleboarding-destin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Enter the Pin To Win Contest by BeachGuide.com</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pin-to-win-contest/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 01:13:23 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pin To Win Contest]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1644</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Pinterest, the online social networking tool for collecting and sharing images, is an easy, fun way to plan your summer vacation. All you need to do to get started is make a Pinterest board such as &#8216;Beach,&#8217; &#8216;Vacation Ideas,&#8217; or even &#8216;Been There Done That&#8217; and then start pinning images from BeachGuide.com to your personal [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/pin-to-win-contest/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Contest-Winning Beach Photography Tips</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/contest-winning-beach-photography-tips/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:25:46 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Perdido Key]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[beach family portraits]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1535</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[If you think all shots of sand and surf have to look the same, think again. By following a few simple  beach photography tips from the pros, you’ll be able to create prize-winning photos that capture memorable moments you and your family will enjoy again and again. Following are some (nontechnical) suggestions for better beach [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/contest-winning-beach-photography-tips/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Enter BeachGuide.com&#8217;s Photo Contest</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/photo-contest/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:24:38 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Babies at the Beach Photo Contest]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[BeachGuide.com Photo Contest]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1522</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Find your favorite old photo or take a new one before April 15 &#8212; then click here to enter and vote:  http://woobox.com/nqfeat. Photo with the most votes by April 22 wins $100! Must &#8216;like&#8217; our page and be 18   years or older to enter your photo. Share some good memories of your family beach trip!
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/photo-contest/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Northwest Florida Celebrates Mardi Gras</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/northwest-florida-celebrates-mardi-gras/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:11:33 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1489</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[&#160; Saturday, February 9, is the date to mark on your calendar for the Cajun-accented Mardi Gras celebration in Perdido Key. The family-friendly fun starts at noon at Hub Stacey’s at the Point restaurant (5851 Galvez Road) with the “Magic of Mardi Gras” boat parade. It’s followed by a Cajun cookoff, live music, and a [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/northwest-florida-celebrates-mardi-gras/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Stroll Into the Past at Fort Pickens</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/stroll-into-the-past-at-fort-pickens/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:35:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Costumed interpreters and the lights of hundreds of candles will bring the past alive at Fort Pickens during “A Candlelight Tour of Fort Pickens” on Saturday, February 9. The largest of four forts built in the mid-1800s to defend Pensacola Bay and its navy yard, Fort Pickens was also one of only four bastions in [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/stroll-into-the-past-at-fort-pickens/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Mardi Gras on the Harbor</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/mardi-gras-on-the-harbor/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The good times just keep rolling at Destin’s HarborWalk Village with the fifth annual Mardi Gras Parade and Celebration. Parade time is 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 9, and guests should prepare to be dazzled by the spectacle — floats with costumed riders, street performers, live music, and plenty of beads and other souvenirs. All [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/mardi-gras-on-the-harbor/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>They’re Playing Their Songs</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/theyre-playing-their-songs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 19:32:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grammy Award-winning stars and soon-to-be stars are converging on the Gulf Coast this month for the 28th annual Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival. The 11-day event, scheduled for November 8 through 18, will showcase the talents of some 200 songwriters from around the world. They’ll be performing their original works in multiple venues around Gulf [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/theyre-playing-their-songs/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Fall Festival Has French Accent</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/fall-festival-has-french-accent/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:49:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unlike wines made to improve with age, Beaujolais Nouveau is meant to be drunk young. Bottled quickly to celebrate the end of the grape harvest, this light, fruity red debuts every year on the third Thursday in November, just in time for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. And its annual arrival makes a great excuse [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/fall-festival-has-french-accent/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Panama City Beach Welcomes World-Class Triathlon</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/panama-city-beach-welcomes-world-class-triathlon/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 19:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1312</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The glittering waters of the Gulf of Mexico are the setting for the 2.4-mile swimming leg of the 2012 Ironman Florida triathlon, to be held at Panama City Beach on Saturday, November 3. Also included in the competition are a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run through the streets of Panama City. The Ironman, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/panama-city-beach-welcomes-world-class-triathlon/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Coastal Living Cover Shot at Sandestin Beach Resort</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/coastal-living-cover-shot-at-sandestin-beach-resort/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:43:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=1201</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Destin gets a turn in the national spotlight when the October issue of Coastal Living hits the newsstands. October’s cover photo, staged and shot at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, features pumpkins carved in sea-inspired designs, resting on the sand with the Gulf of Mexico in the background. Inside the magazine is a two-page spread [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/coastal-living-cover-shot-at-sandestin-beach-resort/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Sandestin Sends Troops a Labor Day Salute</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/sandestin-sends-troops-a-labor-day-salute/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:10:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort salutes the U.S. armed forces this Labor Day weekend, offering both active and retired military personnel a special rate and complimentary greens fees with its “Picture Perfect Labor Day Getaway.” This discount package, good from August 31 through September 3, includes one night’s free lodging with the purchase of two [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/sandestin-sends-troops-a-labor-day-salute/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scalloping Puts Steinhatchee in the Spotlight</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/steinhatchee-scalloping/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 00:25:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Florida scallop season]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=986</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Most of the year, the tiny town of Steinhatchee (pronounced “steen,” not “stein,”) is a peaceful backwater, a remnant of Old Florida, visited mostly by anglers. But come July 1, it really starts hopping, and the action continues nonstop until September 10. That’s because these dates mark the start and end of scalloping season — [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/steinhatchee-scalloping/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Knowing the Rules Means Safer Water Fun</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/boating-safety/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:05:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=939</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[A little knowledge goes a long way toward making sure that fun on the water is also safe.&#160;  That’s why the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary in Fort Walton Beach is offering a boating safety course, to be held at the Fort Walton Yacht Club on Saturday, May 19. This is an approved boater safety course, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/boating-safety/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Enter the BeachGuide.com Spring Break 2012 Photo Contest!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/enter-the-beachguide-com-spring-break-photo-contest/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 01:59:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[BeachGuide is excited to announce our Spring Break 2012 Photo Contest. We want to give you cash for your Gulf Coast Spring Break photos! All photos must be family-friendly and must be taken along the Alabama or Florida Gulf Coast. One entry allowed per person.   And please make sure your photo is in .jpg or [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/enter-the-beachguide-com-spring-break-photo-contest/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Looks like the Early Birds Get The Rooms</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/looks-like-the-early-birds-get-the-rooms/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:42:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Procrastinators beware. If you don’t call and book your Gulf Shores, AL or Northwest Florida vacation soon, you may be out of luck.&#160;  So far, 2012 is shaping up to be a record year for resorts in these areas, which include Destin, Panama City Beach, and the towns along Highway 30A. Many resort are already [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/looks-like-the-early-birds-get-the-rooms/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>26th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival coming soon!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/26th-annual-sandestin-wine-festival-coming-soon/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[S. Lynne]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:38:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguide.keysyscorp.com/blog/?p=908</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Set against the backdrop of Floridaâ€&#x2122;s Emerald Coast, the festival is affectionately called the â€œKentucky Derby of Wine Festivals.â€
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hwy-30-abeaches-of-south-walton/26th-annual-sandestin-wine-festival-coming-soon/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Beach Vacation Giveaway</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/beach-vacation-giveaway/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:40:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Random drawing will be held at the end of March BeachGuide.com is giving away a free 2-night stay valued around $500 at your choice of hundreds of resorts along the Gulf Coast at the end of March. All you have to do is subscribe to our Gulf Coast Vacation Deals newsletter, if you haven&#8217;t already, [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/beach-vacation-giveaway/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>So When is Spring Break?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:15:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to know when students will be on the loose for Spring Break 2012? Here&#8217;s a list of spring break dates 2012 for colleges and universities across the South.&#160;  All of the beaches in Northwest Florida are popular Spring Break destinations for families and college students across the Southeast.&#160;  This year is no exception, as [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/so-when-is-spring-break/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Just a Little Beach Lovin&#8217;</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:57:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I welcome each month as if it were a new beginning and in particular, February.&#160;  Why, you ask?&#160;  Well, it&#8217;s the month of love!!&#160;  For those of you that criticize Valentine&#8217;s Day as being a Hallmark-holiday, steer clear of me because on this day, and pretty much for the next week and a half, I [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/just-a-little-beach-lovin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>BeachGuide&#8217;s Performing Arts Guide</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beachguides-performing-arts-guide/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:15:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College:&#160;  Broadway Series, Artist Series, and Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra.&#160;  A collection of professional and student productions.&#160;  You won&#8217;t believe this venue and the incredible works of art. Sinfonia Gulf Coast- Just celebrating it&#8217;s 5th season, Sinfonia Gulf Coast combines traditional orchestral with modern and imaginative techniques.&#160;  [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/beachguides-performing-arts-guide/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Labor{less} Days on the Emerald Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/laborless-days-on-the-emerald-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:36:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s about that time again.&#160;  One last day to say adios, sayonara, and adieu to another fantastic summer. &#160;  Time to fire up the grill after a long day at the beach and watch some fireworks.&#160;  I won&#8217;t be your hometown tourist this weekend as I&#8217;ll be spending my holiday with my favorite people, the [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/laborless-days-on-the-emerald-coast/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Goody Goody Gumdrops!  32 More Reasons to Visit Destin</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/goody-goody-gumdrops-32-more-reasons-to-visit-destin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:04:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=767</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[We always want what we can&#8217;t have.&#160;  We have curly hair, we want straight hair.&#160;  We don&#8217;t have enough time, we have too much time.&#160;  Is there ever a happy medium?&#160;  I may contemplate these thoughts til the end of time, but, on Saturday, I found my answer to the ongoing debate of whether it&#8217;s [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/goody-goody-gumdrops-32-more-reasons-to-visit-destin/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Eglin Welcomes F35</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/eglin-welcomes-f35/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:57:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[For those of you that may not be military savvy, Eglin Air Force Base is one of the largest Air Force&#8217;s bases in the world covering 724 square miles of reservation and 97,963 square miles of water ranges in the Gulf of Mexico.&#160;  Last year, Eglin AFB celebrated it&#8217;s 75th Anniversary.&#160;  It is a vital [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/eglin-welcomes-f35/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Run Tourist Run</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/run-tourist-run/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:30:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I have yet to write a post about this (although I may have mentioned it from time to time) that I enjoy a good run.&#160;  Last year, I ran my first half marathon and have 2 slated for 2012.&#160;  The other day, I jogged down hwy 30A exploring the scenery.&#160;  I glanced over to my [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/run-tourist-run/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Escape the Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/escape-the-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:39:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=735</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[I would be remiss if I did not mention one of my most favorite attractions for locals and tourists in Destin.&#160;  Why have I not mentioned this before? Is it because it has become such an interglacial part of my summer days that I have overlooked it due to it&#8217;s familiarity? If you&#8217;re looking for [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/escape-the-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>See our Shining Sea</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/see-our-shining-sea/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 21:05:45 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you&#8217;ve been reading this blog long enough, you know that I am a holiday junkie:&#160;  food, friends and family, and themed decorations.&#160;  It makes me want to find something to celebrate every single day.&#160;  I can&#8217;t think about the 4th without thinking of all the cookouts, watermelon eating, and sparklers that have become associated [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/see-our-shining-sea/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Essentials to Pack for the Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/essentials-to-pack-for-the-beach/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelly Troiano]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:37:48 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[packingn list for beach trips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[what to pack for a rental condo]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=712</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Rental condos and houses often only supply the bare essentials. Thankfully these days, you’ll almost always find a coffee maker and blender! To meet your needs during your vacation, consider packing or buying the following items to make your stay more comfortable. Coffee filters Salt, pepper, staples, and favorite condiments Dishwashing liquid and a sponge [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/essentials-to-pack-for-the-beach/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Heat Is On!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/the-heat-is-on/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 03:17:46 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=695</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Is it hot out here or is my credit card burning a hole in my pocket? I realize that for most, Spring Fever means getting that &#8220;itch&#8221; to blow off work and hit the beach.&#160;  To me, the itch is in the form of a little bite from the shopping bug.&#160;  I have found that [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/the-heat-is-on/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Hubba Hubba!  Vision Airlines Finds a New Home</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hubba-hubba-vision-airlines-finds-a-new-home/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 17:20:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=682</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Vision Airlines announced it&#8217;s new hub will be none other than&#8230;..{drum roll please}...Northwest Florida Regional Airport! Starting June 1, 2011, Vision Airlines will add 100 new flights to it&#8217;s roster.&#160;  Vision targets the leisure traveler and aims to connect more cities in the southeast.&#160;  Keep an eye out (get it?? vision&#8230;eye..?&#160;  I tried!) for promotional [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/hubba-hubba-vision-airlines-finds-a-new-home/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>TripAdvisor.com Names Destin in the Top 25 Destinations in the U.S.</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/tripadvisor-com-names-destin-in-the-top-25-destinations-in-the-u-s/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 21:28:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=668</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[TripAdvisor recently named Destin, FL in the top 25 destinations in the U.S.&#160;  The “beautiful, clear green water” and “extremely fine, soft sand” make Destin, FL a must-see beach destination.&#160;  No surprise to all the visitors who frequently visit the beaches of&#160;  Northwest Florida&#8217;s Gulf Coast!&#160;  And it&#8217;s certainly no surprise to locals!&#160;  Way to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/tripadvisor-com-names-destin-in-the-top-25-destinations-in-the-u-s/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Seabreeze Jazz Festival is back in Panama City Beach, FL!!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/seabreeze-jazz-festival-is-back-in-panama-city-beach-fl/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=638</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The Seabreeze Jazz Festival is back this weekend, April 14-17, at Pier Park in Panama City Beach, FL.   One of the biggest drawls to the beaches of Northwest Florida in the Spring, the Seabreeze Jazz Festival host an amazing line-up of artists, sure to please an array of musical pallets.   Get your tickets online or [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/seabreeze-jazz-festival-is-back-in-panama-city-beach-fl/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Not Just Another Beach Bunny</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/not-just-another-beach-bunny/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:26:41 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida Beach Vacations]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=633</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[In the next couple weeks, we&#8217;ll be seeing quite a few beach bunnies, and I&#8217;m not talking about the tourists!&#160;  Easter is right around the corner and Peter Cottontail has his swim trunks packed, his SPF 100 ready (he&#8217;s kind-of on the fair side, you know?!) and ready to visit all the kids along Northwest [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/not-just-another-beach-bunny/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/hangout-music-festival-in-gulf-shores/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2011 18:11:24 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf shores vacation rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hangout Music Festival]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=627</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[If you find yourself looking for a great beach-weekend getaway in Gulf Shores, AL, filled with fun folks and exciting music, get your tickets now (I mean, seriously, stop reading this and buy them right now) for the Hangout Music Festival May 20-22, 2011.&#160;  An action packed lineup including Widespread Panic, Foo Fighters, and Paul [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/hangout-music-festival-in-gulf-shores/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Vacationing on Holiday Isle in Destin, Florida</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/vacationing-on-holiday-isle-in-destin-florida/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelly Troiano]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2011 21:20:03 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[best family beach vacation in Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Condo Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Florida Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Holiday Isle in Destin Florida]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This has been the second year that our family has “celebrated” spring break&#8211;we have a 3rd grader and twins that are in kindergarten. Last year, we went to Atlanta for the first weekend of spring break and then to our family farm for the second weekend. This year my husband, Cory, surprised us with a [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/vacationing-on-holiday-isle-in-destin-florida/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Spring Break 2011 Schedules</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/spring-break-2011-schedules/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 19:25:44 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dates for spring break 2011]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[spring break 2011]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[spring break calendar]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[spring break schedules]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wondering when the busiest weeks for Spring Break will be this year? Here are the spring break 2011 dates for many K-12 schools, colleges and universities. ALABAMA March 14â€18: Auburn University, Birmingham Kâ€12, Montgomery Kâ€12, University of Alabama, University of South Alabama March 21â€25: Samford April 11â€15:&#160;  Dothan Kâ€12, Huntsville Kâ€12 April 18â€22: Mobile County [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/spring-break-2011-schedules/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Art in the Park</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/art-in-the-park/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:22:18 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=577</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[On Saturday, March 19, 2011, the WaterColor Community Association will be hosting their 6th Annual Art in the Park from 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. in WaterColor’s Cerulean Park and Town Center! This event is open to WaterColor residents, guests and the public and is free of charge.&#160;  Whether you&#8217;re staying in your 30-A Vacation [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/art-in-the-park/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Seaside Celebrates it&#8217;s 30th Anniverstory</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/seaside-celebrates-its-30th-anniverstory/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2011 04:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=571</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Seaside, Fl along Scenic Highway 30-A is celebrating thirty years of simple life, thirty years of&#160;  vacation memories, and thirty years of community.&#160;  As a salute to Seaside, you can post your very own stories and photos of Seaside, FL at MySeasideStory. As the Hometown Tourist, I&#8217;ve seen Seaside grow and have so many fond [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/seaside-celebrates-its-30th-anniverstory/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Spring Fever</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/561/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:26:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beach Vacation Deals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach hotels]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Spring Break Rentals 2011]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Spring Fever]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hot flashes?&#160;  Hallucinations?&#160;  Not to worry.&#160;  No need to pick up the phone and call the Doc.&#160;  It&#8217;s a mild case of Spring Fever but, be warned, it&#8217;s more contagious and severe with every day that goes by.&#160;  The cure?&#160;  Pack your bags and visit the beaches of Northwest Florida&#8217;s Gulf Coast.&#160;  From Fort Walton [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/561/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>February deals and steals!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/february-deals-and-steals/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2011 15:27:21 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Seaside FL rentals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Seaside FLorida deals]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=547</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Stay two nights and receive the third free in Seaside, FL!&#160;  Who&#8217;s ready for an early spring break?
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/february-deals-and-steals/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>No Way, $49 One Way?!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/no-way-49-one-way/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:15:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=539</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Vision Airlines announces introductory flight offers as low as $49 from the Beaches of Northwest Florida&#8217;s Gulf Coast (airport code VPS) to locations all over the Southeast and even to Niagara Falls, N.Y. Newest flight schedule is as follows: March 25: Destin/Fort Walton Beach to: Greenville/Spartanburg, S.C.; Knoxville, Tenn.; Atlanta; Louisville; Little Rock; Baton Rouge; [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/no-way-49-one-way/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Oh, the Places You&#8217;ll Go!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/527/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:45:34 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Beach Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Things to do in Gulf Shores]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Despite it being the second week of January, I have yet to make my New Year&#8217;s Resolution List (unless you count the never-accomplished, rollover resolutions from last year&#8217;s list)! I decided that there are so many things I want to do, see, and experience right in my own backyard.&#160;  Something more realistic to accomplish than [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/527/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Tour de&#8217; 30A</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/tour-de-30a/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 03:49:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Highway 30A restaurants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[La Crema Rosemary Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[places to stay on Highway 30A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Seaside FL restaurants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[The Red Bar]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I have an old friend who was a Florida transplant (military) and relocated to Germany.   A few weekends ago, the once flip-flop-wearing friend returned to the beach for a short visit.   As the Hometown Tourist, I felt it my obligation and delight to give my friend an official Tour de&#8217; 30A.   Our plan was to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/tour-de-30a/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Getting There is Half the Fun</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/getting-there-is-half-the-fun/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:30:30 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach airport transportation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach FL]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://beachguideblogs.com/?p=471</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[I consider myself a Solutions Girl.&#160;  I [halfway] joke and tell my friends if they have a problem, I will have the solution.&#160;  So when I ran across a news write-up on PCBDaily.com, I just knew I had to re-post. I should give you a little backup information about this post.&#160;  We have a new [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/getting-there-is-half-the-fun/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Santa&#8217;s Gettin&#8217; Sandy</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/santas-gettin-sandy/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:59:55 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fort Walton Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Commons]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Holiday Events]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Rosemary Beach Old Town Holiday]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Seaside FL Turn on the Town]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Holiday&#8217;s are back!&#160;  If it wasn&#8217;t for the calendar, I would have a hard time believing that to be true after sitting on the beach this past weekend.&#160;  I mean, really?&#160;  Thanksgiving is next weekend?!&#160;  I&#8217;ve probably gained 5 pounds just typing the word Thanksgiving!&#160;  Hopefully the ongoing list of local events will help [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/santas-gettin-sandy/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Sweet Treats</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sweet-treats/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:03:06 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Last minute vacation packages]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I just couldn&#8217;t believe my eyes this morning.&#160;  As if you need another reason to visit the beach during the most awe-mazing months of the year, check out this sweet deal from Southwest Airlines.&#160;  Flights between Dec 1-15 &#38; Jan 4-Feb 16, 72 hours only!! Stop reading this and start booking! Wish you were here~ [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/sweet-treats/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>A Real Pain-In-The-Neck</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/a-real-pain-in-the-neck/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 17:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Sandestin massage services]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fusion Spa and Salon Sandestin]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m a big believer that the right person is put into your path at the right time in life for a particular reason.&#160;  I have two such people that I&#8217;m referring to in this blog, both whom saved me from my big, pain-in-the-neck kinda month.&#160; &#160;  About a month ago, I literally had a huge pain [&#8230;]
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		<title>Sounds of the Beach</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/383/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:01:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I would be remiss if I didn&#8217;t tell you about one of my favorite series of events that takes place here at the beach.&#160;  All along the coast from October-May, the orchestral sounds of Sinfonia Gulf Coast ring through the air.&#160;  Kicking off the season is Mary Wilson of the Supremes followed by Orchestral Holiday [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/383/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Take a paid vacation!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/take-a-paid-vacation/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:39:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this economy, it&#8217;s tough to hang on to a job, let alone have a benefits package with a paid vacation.&#160;  We can&#8217;t change the economy and we&#8217;re not your HR department, but we can increase your vacation benefits package!&#160;  Now through September 30, 2010, Beaches of South Walton will reward you with a $250 [&#8230;]
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		<title>When the beaches are rockin&#8217;, please come a&#8217;knockin&#8217;</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/342/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[As if you need another reason to visit the beach, check out these amazing concerts coming to a beach near you. Amazing deals on accommodations are available in the Destin, FL, South Walton area, Fort Walton Beach, FL, or Panama City Beach, FL.&#160;  Free concerts and lodging deals?&#160;  Why aren&#8217;t you down here yet?! Seaside [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/342/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Feel Good Shopping!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/336/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:44:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Panama City Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Seaside FL]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I feel like I&#8217;ve been living under a giant, organic rock this summer!&#160;  For a few years now, I&#8217;ve heard of the Seaside Farmers Market where local vendors sell local goods, but, had yet to attend.&#160;  Last Saturday, I went and have been talking about it nonstop (to anyone who would listen) since. I brought [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/336/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Hometown Tourist to visit Gulf Shores, Alabama</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/the-hometown-tourist-to-visit-gulf-shores-alabama/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:47:21 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I received some amazing news last week that makes me feel like a very lucky girl.&#160;  Remember about a week ago, I blogged about the Jimmy Buffett benefit concert?&#160;  Well, it got reschedule and I got tickets!! Can you believe it?!&#160;  Someone pinch me please!&#160;  I&#8217;m excited to explore Gulf Shores, dine out, lay on [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/the-hometown-tourist-to-visit-gulf-shores-alabama/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Jimmy Buffett &#038; Friends- live from the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/jimmy-buffett-friends-live-from-the-gulf-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:11:14 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Alabama Beaches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve always loved Jimmy Buffett.&#160;  He wears flip flops around the clock, sings about margaritas, and loves the beach.&#160;  In fact, he was born and raised on the Gulf Coast of Alabama.&#160;  And recently I found another reason to love him: the Jimmy Buffett &#38; Friends benefit concert.&#160;  This free concert is scheduled on July [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/alabama-beaches/jimmy-buffett-friends-live-from-the-gulf-coast/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>It&#8217;s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/its-a-beautiful-day-in-the-neighborhood/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2010 18:27:43 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Destin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hwy 30-A/Beaches of South Walton]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northwest Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Florida vacation packages]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida Beach Vacations]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;d like to take some time to address an issue here on the Emerald Coast, or should I say a non-issue.&#160;  Since you are not here (and you should be) you wouldn&#8217;t know the beaches are unaffected by the oil spill.&#160; &#160;  You wouldn&#8217;t know that the beaches are just as pristine and clean as they [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/its-a-beautiful-day-in-the-neighborhood/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>A Beach Staycation on the Emerald Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/a-beach-staycation/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Hometown Tourist]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 01:58:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[FL]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida vacation deals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast Vacations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Rosemary Beach]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[I took myself on a beach vacation this weekend.&#160;  Yes, I live here on the beautiful beaches of Northwest Florida but how often does a local gal vacay like a tourist?&#160;  I contacted Sandcastle Escape Vacation Rentals and they suggested a two bedroom beach condo near the Sandestin area.&#160;  It&#8217;s tucked into a neighborhood right [&#8230;]
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		<title>Stretch your vacation dollars this year with some fabulous deals!</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/stretch-your-vacation-dollars-this-year-with-some-fabulous-deals/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:36:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida vacation deals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida vacation packages]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida Vacation Specials]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Vacation shopping is paying off big time for families looking to make the most of their vacation dollars. Many resorts are offering 10% to 25% or more off regular rates. Others offer fun packages, free nights, complimentary admissions to area attractions, free dinners, anything to entice beachgoers into making plans for a special trip to [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/stretch-your-vacation-dollars-this-year-with-some-fabulous-deals/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>January on the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/january-on-the-gulf-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Florida vacation]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This photo says it all! We love to go to the beach during the off-season. September and October are the best months for enjoying great weather, fishing and fun without the summer crowds and heat, but we also love to go just after Christmas. We spend so much of the holiday season indoors as the [&#8230;]
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		<title>Save big on your Beach Vacation</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/6/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Destin Florida vacation packages]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Discount hotel reservations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida vacation deals]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Save BIG on your Beach Vacation Getaway Savvy travelers know that www.BeachGuide.com is one of the net&#8217;s best sources for beach vacation planning. And now our site is better than ever, with an updated Vacation Specials section that offers info on hot deals all along the Florida and Alabama Gulf Coast. Just click on www.BeachGuide.com/Specials [&#8230;]
<p><a href="https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/6/">Source</a></p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>April at the Gulf Coast</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/gulf-coast/april-at-the-gulf-coast/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Taliaferro]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2008 02:28:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s mid-April and many of our friends and family members are in Destin, FL, enjoying the gorgeous weather, the un-crowded beaches and all the fun that the Gulf Coast has to offer. From the reports we’re hearing, this is a fabulous time to be at the Coast, especially for vacationers looking to get a great [&#8230;]
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		<title>Parasailing in Destin – Gravity-Defying Thrills and Bird&#8217;s-Eye Views</title>
		<link>https://blog.beachguide.com/northwest-florida/destin/parasailing-destin/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Chatelain]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 0024 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Coast]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[While Destin, Florida might be well known for the spectacular Gulf views from its sugar-white beaches, there’s another vantage point that provides even better views – and way more thrills as well. That’s the one from above via parasailing. A Unique Perspective Seeing this popular beach destination from 400 feet in the air provides the [&#8230;]
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