Author: Julia Cunningham

Florida’s Emerald Coast is an unofficial name for the 100-mile stretch of land on the Gulf Of Mexico covering the five waterfront counties of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Walton, Okaloosa, and Bay. The Emerald Coast is known for having some of the best beaches in America, as most enjoy white sandy shorelines and crystal clear waters. With this natural Read More

The Destin Log The 2023 recreational bay scallop season for St. Joseph Bay/Gulf County opens Aug. 16 and goes through Sept. 24. This region includes all state waters from the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County to the western most point of St. Vincent Island in Franklin County. The daily bag limit is two gallons Read More

June 15, 2023 by Hemalata Nehete Published By: Nishad Thaivalappil Last Updated: JUNE 14, 2023, 20:30 IST United States of America (USA) Ruby Beach showcases the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest (Image: Shutterstock) Venture Beyond the Mainstream: Discover America’s Hidden Beach Gems When it comes to beach destinations in the United States, it’s easy to fall for the Read More

June 1, 2023 at 12:00 a.m. by Emily Crisman If you’re really looking to get away from it all, the following beach destinations will provide the seclusion you’re looking for along with rare perks like horseback riding on the beach. Some remain relatively unknown because they are isolated and difficult to access, but those in the Read More

The Best Small Towns In Florida’s Emerald Coast To Chill Out Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast is the ultimate chill-out destination, with its stunning white sand beaches and deep-green ocean. The Emerald Coast lies in Florida on the Gulf of Mexico between Pensacola in the west and Port St. Joe in the east. It stretches across Escambia, Walton, Bay, Okaloosa, and Santa Rosa. St. Read More

by Michael RiveraMay 16, 2023   When it comes to purchasing a holiday rental property, location is a major factor, which is why Florida is a top pick for many. The state is known for its warm weather throughout the year, stunning white sandy beaches, and numerous attractions. However, the decision to buy a vacation home Read More

ENTERTAINMENT Doug Alderson Special to the Tallahassee Democrat Editor’s note: Here is an edited excerpt from the Forgotten Coast portion of “Discovering Florida’s Coast: From the Emerald Northwest to Miami’s Biscayne Jewel and Beyond“, a new book by Doug Alderson, published by Pineapple Press. There will be a book release party at 6 p.m. April 6 at Midtown Read More

The Destin Log Last month we mentioned that the old East Pass at one time had range lights to guide mariners to its entrance. William T. Marler (Uncle Billy) was one of the light keepers for those range lights. But did you know that his oldest son Ernest W. Marler was also a lightkeeper in Read More

After a winter of being cooped up inside, it’s time to hit the beach! MARCH 20, 2023 Nashville Lifestyles  12:00 AM   After a winter of being cooped up inside, it’s time to hit the beach! Luckily Nashville has a wealth of sunny escapes just a short drive or flight away. We’ve rounded up a Read More

Time to pack your bags and head to a beach locale that offers seclusion and pristine white sand beaches. By Tara Massouleh McCay PHOTO: PARADISE MEDIA FOR VISIT FLORIDA For beach lovers looking to steer clear of crowds, Florida’s Forgotten Coast is a welcome reprieve. With 200 miles of coastline encompassing five islands, 99 historic Read More