Mid-Destin, Florida

Wherever you rent in Destin, Florida, you'll feel the Floridian experience. Sub-tropical flora and fauna, powdery white sands (considered among the whitest in the world), emerald-colored waters (the reason this area is called the Emerald Coast), sports, leisure, and fun - all encompass the vacation of a lifetime. Rental property in Mid-Destin can be considered among the more sought-after property of Destin. Between Holiday Isle and Sandestin, Mid-Destin stretches along the Gulf of Mexico, with numerous beaches, accesses to beaches, and state parks. Geologists have shown that the white sands comes from the Appalachian Mountains. This residue washed down the Apalachicola River, depositing in the Gulf of Mexico. There is a tale-tale about the construction of East Pass. Supposedly there was no East Pass before 1926. And since the area was in danger of flooding, the Melvin, Marler, and Destin families had four men dig a two foot wide ditch across Okaloosa Island. That two foot wide ditch became a hundred or so yards in a matter of minutes. The facts, however, contradict the story. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the Spanish, French, and English explorers noted the East Pass. Before European explorers Native Americans lived in Destin. Their artifacts date as far back as the 7th century. In 1538, Spanish explorers surveyed Destin. Surveyor Don Francisco Tapia charted the Florida coast in 1639, and drew up the first known map of the East Pass. Connecticut fisherman Leonard Destin settled in 1845. Throughout the entire history of Destin, fishing has been supreme; hence, the city is dubbed, "World's Luckiest Fishing Village". Incorporated in 1984, according to the 2000 Census, 11,119 people reside in Destin. Follow the renowned Scenic Gulf Drive and you may find yourself being pulled and attracted forward. The clear blue waves crest and splinter into white foam along sugary sands. The yellow sun blinds. Heat rises in the distance. Choose a spot to relish these sublime sensations. You don't have to search hard, though. Along Mid-Destin are Calhoun, June White Decker Park, Silver Shells, Henderson Beach State Park, Shirah, the Stores at Crystal Beach, Crystal Beach Drive, Pompano Street, Barracuda Street, and James Lee Park Okaloosa County. The beaches are precious not only to a wonderful vacation but also in their intricate ecosystems. Strict rules prevent the beaches from destruction. Sea turtles are protected. The town of Destin is constantly nourishing and replenishing its beaches. Mid-Destin is exactly as it says and centers you in all of the places to go to in Destin. If you fish, think Destin. And if you like things fishing-related, think Destin�s History and Fishing Museum. There housed is a bamboo rod used by Ernest Hemingway. Learn about Destin at the Old Post Office Museum. Get up close to alligators at Gator Beach. Thrill kids at Big Kahuna Waterpark and Track Recreation Center, where everybody can enjoy water slides, waterfalls, lazy pools, go-karts, miniature golf, bumper cars, and more.In general, Destin events range from holiday festivals to charity drives. Art galleries open their doors year-round for exhibitions. Concert series fill the air with classical music and wafts of delectable foods. Greek and Italian festivals celebrate not only the heritage of their peoples but all the wonderful things that come with these ethnicities. Frequent plays show. So the visitor may bask in leisure, yet still enrich his or her mind. Destin doesn't forget children. There are events for kids, such as kite-making or eating gingerbread with Santa. Since Destin is known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village", you are sure to come upon boat shows, races, and fishing events. Whatever event you can't find in the town of Destin, just take a quick trip farther along the Emerald Coast, you'll find your type of event. When not at an event, not at the beach, and not relaxing at your vacation home, you might have that shopping itch that needs scratched. Mid-Destin centers you in where the big shopping malls and plazas are: Destin Commons, Destin's Harborwalk, Shoreline Village Mall, Shores Shopping Center, and Silver Sands Factory Stores. Silver Sands Factory Stores alone has at least 100 brand-name and eclectic stores. Vacation in Destin, Florida, and you are in the right place for seafood. Usually there are twenty different types of fish on local menus. Probably the most famous restaurant in Destin is Fudpuckers's Beachside Bar & Grill, where entertainment, food, and drink keep a lively atmosphere. Ethnic foods to try are Caribbean, Asian, Italian, and more. When you come to the Sunshine State, for a moment, you may just feel like the sun rises and sets on your vacation. Destin, Florida, is a place where that moment may occur. The sun goes hand in hand with the sports and leisure here: golf, tennis, boat, canoe, kayak, tube, fish, water ski, jet ski, parasail, surf, kite surf, dolphin watch, nature walk, scuba dive, snorkel, camp, bicycle, jog, and relax among the splashing waves and sun rays. To really experience Destin, Florida, a rental condo or home can tap into that experience. Oceanfront with views of the blue waters, white sands, and a seemingly eternal horizon - all vivify your vacation. For the fisher, this is the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village". Rent here and you'll see why they call it that and you'll see why it is an ideal, unforgettable vacation getaway.