The gorgeous sugar white beach, delicious barbecue, and a fish fry is one of the best descriptions for my perfect weekend.  On Sunday October 25th, a fish fry benefit will be held at Liza Jackson Park with food from the Crab Trap, Jim ‘N’ Nicks, Roger Porter’s Famous BBQ, Mary’s Kitchen and Chef Clay.  All proceeds will benefit the medical care of Bridget B. James. 

So, my Sunday is planned but be sure to make plans for Friday or Saturday to visit the Destin Festival of the Arts.  Plenty of food, entertainment and art will be available for a fantastic time along the coast.  Make your last minute plans and book a Destin vacation rental or Fort Walton Beach condo to have an amazing last minute getaway.

Stay current on all of the best events, happenings and specials along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast with our Beach  Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or friend us at www.facebook.com/SouthernResorts.  Come experience true Southern Hospitality with an escape to Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals.

Gather the kids and some friends for two fun evenings (Oct. 23 & 24) at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Haunted House.  Just over the Destin Bridge on Okaloosa Island, there will be station vessels on display along with a kids’ area.  They are requesting one item of non-perishable food per person or cash donations each to benefit Destin Harvest.  The holiday season is here so kick it off with a little fun fright for the kids and charity for the community. 

So, whether you live in Destin and Fort Walton Beach or you’re just enjoying a weekend getaway with Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals, don’t miss this community event sure to kickoff some holiday spirit. 

Stay up to date on all of the latest specials, news, and events along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast with our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me, Mark Owens, at mowens@southernresorts.com  Come experience true southern hospitality with Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals.

It’s official, Southwest Airlines will be coming to Northwest Florida along the Emerald Coast.  The new International Airport near Panama City will be the newest destination for Southwest customers beginning in May 2010.  Much of the credit should go to the St. Joe Company for their ongoing efforts to help bring Southwest to our area.  The details of specific flights have not been given, however more details will be released in December 2009. 

Southwest provides great low fares and will open up our area to countless new/returning visitors for years to come.  Port St. Joe (St. Joe Beach), Panama City Beach, Beaches of South Walton, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Pensacola Beach are just a few of the many areas that will be affected by this exciting development in the area.  Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals welcomes the addition of Southwest to our wonderful area and we look forward to more people being able to enjoy the powder white beaches and emerald water along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast.

For more news about the area follow our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me, Mark Owens at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come experience real southern hospitality with a vacation to Southern Resorts.

Need a hair cut?  It’s always difficult finding a good place to get your hair trimmed, whether or not you’re on vacation to Destin or the Beaches of South Walton.  How many times have you gotten home only to notice your sideburns are uneven, your neckline is crooked and periodic small chunks of hair were missed.  Ladies, don’t you love it when your bangs are uneven and the length of your hair goes up and down like the sharp end of a saw.  If you have had any of these experiences then you are reading a great article that your hair will thank you for.

Big Mama’s Barbershop is owned and operated by Pam Dodson, a Master Barber with over 30 years of experience.  Located just 2.5 miles east of Sacred Heart Hospital in Santa Rosa Village on the corner of Don Bishop Road and Hwy 98, their address is 5008 Hwy 98 East.  Perfectly located near Destin and Beaches of South Walton, this is a great place to get your hair trimmed with experience and style.   

Men & boys haircuts are $16 a piece along with women and girls priced at $21 each.  As the cold weather arrives and our snowbird friends descend on the area, Big Mama is offering a $1 off special for snowbirds. (mention this blog when you go there) 

Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals offers beach homes, cottages, and condos along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast spanning from Port St. Joe to Pensacola Beach.  Our Fall rates are in full effect so come check out the Emerald Coast during the Fall or Winter when the beaches are more beautiful than ever.  Keep up to date on all of the current specials, events, and happenings along the coast with our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me, Mark Owens at mowens@southernresorts.com with all of your questions related to the area.  Come and experience true southern hospitality with a stay at Southern Resorts.

The 14th Annual Destin Festival of the Arts will be held this weekend, October 24th & 25th, at Henderson Beach State Park.  Over 100 artists from across the nation will join together for this fun filled festival.  Performers will be among you as well as a bistro food court, continuous entertainment, and festival merchandise for sale. 

Experience a true depth of different artwork including acrylic, glass, clay, collage, jewelry, metals, oil, ink, photography, digital imagery, pastel, sculpture, pottery, watercolor, fiber, textile and wood. 

Festival hours are…

• Saturday October 24 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Sunday October 25 10:00am-5:00pm

Adults are expected to make a $3 donation and children under 12 are free. Parking is available across the street from Henderson Beach State Park at Beall’s.  Air conditioned motor coaches will transport you to the front entrance of the festival.   

Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals offer you fantastic rates to come and spend a weekend along the Emerald Coast.  The Destin Festival of the Arts is only one of the many fantastic reasons you should make plans to visit our shores.  Follow our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me with your questions about the area at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come and experience true southern hospitality in a Southern Resorts Vacation Rental.

This week, we’ve informed you of many events occuring in the various areas of our coast this weekend.  The weather has taken a slight dip in temperature making it even more comfortable to enjoy some weekend events. 

The Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival, Mexico Beach Art & Wine Festival,  Rootin Tootin Rodeo Round Up & the Baytowne Wharf Beerfest will each have plenty of people out and about as the holiday season inches closer.  Click the titles above as they’ll link you to the article and particular area. 

Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals has fantastic properties available for your weekend getaway to the beaches of the Emerald Coast.  Whether you are visiting Destin, Fort Walton Beach, 30-A, Beaches of South Walton, Port St. Joe, or anywhere along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast we will have a great beach home, cottage, or condo for you. 

Stay up to date on all of the latest news, events, and specials by following us on twitter at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts.  If you have questions about the Gulf Coast e-mail me, Mark at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Experience real southern hospitality with a vacation to Southern Resorts.

The Destin Fishing Rodeo kicked off at the beginning of October and lasts throughout the entire month.  Anglers from near and far come to Destin and compete to hook the best fish in each category.  But, how can the kids get involved? 

The Rootin Tootin Rodeo Round Up is taking place this Saturday October 17, 2009.  Bring your children ages 12 and under to the Okaloosa Island Pier for a fun filled morning of fishing.  The event begins at 9:00am and finishes up with lunch on the dock at 12:00pm.  It’s only $10 per kid and it includes the pier fee for the child and his/her parents, a t-shirt, bait, a rod and reel that they can keep and lunch.

Destin is definitely the place for families.  The Destin Fishing Rodeo and Rootin Tootin Rodeo Round Up is a perfect example of the spirit of Destin being passed on to the next generation.  Known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” Destin has made its way into millions of people’s hearts. 

What are your plans this weekend?  With so much to do including the Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival, Baytowne Wharf Beerfest and Mexico Beach Art & Wine Festival, now is a perfect time for a weekend getaway to Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals on the Emerald Coast!  The weather is growing more mild which makes it even more pleasant on the beach.

Stay up to date on all of the specials, news, and events along the coast with our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me, Mark, at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come experience our beautiful beaches and real southern hospitality with Southern Resorts.

The 2009 Baytowne Wharf Beerfest is officially kicking off  this weekend.  In honor of the German celebration of Oktoberfest, American specialty beers from across our great nation will be celebrated.  Over 100 international and domestic beers will be available for sampling with representatives encouraging you to learn about the different types. 

Throughout Friday and Saturday there will be beer seminars, beer tours, beer wars, craft beer tasting, and more.  There will also be live music on Saturday from 2-7pm.   The advance ticket price is $20 through October 16th then it will raise to $25 per ticket.  Whether you’re staying in Destin, 30A, Beaches of South Walton, Panama City, Fort Walton Beach, or Niceville, you are sure to have a wonderful time at the Baytowne Wharf Beerfest. 

Are you interested in coming to visit the Emerald Coast?  Now is a perfect time to take a trip to Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals!  The temperature will be mild and pleasant this weekend for a nice getaway to the beach.  Why not double up your fun with a Destin vacation rental to put you near the Beerfest and Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival held in Niceville.  The Majestic Sun or Maravilla could be the perfect place for your stay.

Stay up to date on all of the latest news, specials and events along the coast with our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail with any of your Emerald Coast questions at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come and experience true southern hospitality with Southern Resorts.

The 11th Annual Mexico Beach Art & Wine Festival will take place this Saturday October 17th at the Driftwood Inn.  This is the highlight event of the year for Mexico Beach as artists from across the country show a variety of works as visitors enjoy their wine, view the displays, listen to the live music on the beach and register for fantastic silent auctions. 

What are your plans this weekend?  Don’t sit at home, grab your loved one or get your family together for a trip to Mexico Beach.  Close to Port St. Joe, this area is great for a quaint and relaxing getaway from all things tense.  Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals has the perfect places to make your vacation perfect.  Perhaps you’d enjoy a cottage near the beach found at Barefoot Cottages, or maybe a home near the beach at Sail-A-Way.

Keep yourself close to the beach by following our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come experience true southern hospitality with Southern Resorts.

It’s that time again!  The 2009 Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival of Niceville is here again for its 33rd year and promises a great time for the entire family.  Arts and crafts along with food concessions are just the start of this festival featuring live performances by Chuck Wicks, Blake Shelton, and Billy Ray Cyrus.

Although the Festival may not get as much publicity along the Emerald Coast as the Destin or Panama City Seafood Festivals, The Mullet Festival usually attracts an even larger crowd.  The festival has grown in popularity by word of mouth but recently received some free advertising from the premium cable channel HBO.  On HBO’s weekly series “True Blood”, one of the main characters wore a Mullet Festival T-Shirt that was quickly noticed by many people along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast.  Then, in a separate episode, an extra was spotted clearly wearing another Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival T-Shirt.  There is no real reason for HBO choosing the clothing option, it was just a fortunate boost of awareness for this great yearly festival. 

So, what are your plans this weekend?  Why not take advantage of our low fall rates and  make some last minute plans to visit our area.  We have plenty of properties in the areas surrounding Niceville such as Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Beaches of South Walton.  Check out our Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals website and give us a call to book your plans to our coast.

For all of the latest news, events, and specials along our beaches follow our Beach Tweets at www.twitter.com/SouthernResorts or e-mail me, Mark Owens at mowens@southernresorts.com.  Come and experience real southern hospitality with Southern Resorts.