Church on the Beach at the Holiday Inn

You are on vacation and you want to do everything on the beach. When staying in Destin what not try church at the beach? The Holiday Inn on the Beach features a Sunday service at 7AM right on the beach! It is a short contemporary service with an amazing view. There is no charge, all you have to do is head out and start your day on the beach. You do not have to be a guest of the Holiday Inn to attend. For other things to do in Destin visit http://www.doitindestin.com.

Destin Weather- Late August- Early October

The best time of the year to come to the beach starts today! The weather has cooled off just a little and the water temperature in the Gulf is about 81 degrees. Most of the crowds are gone and summer is still in full swing. The hotel rates begin to come down and the few locals that live in Destin actually come out and enjoy the town. If you are looking for an affordable beach vacation and are trying to avoid the crowds now is the time to come down to Destin. For cheap hotel rates and up to date weather be sure to visit http://www.cheapdestinhotels.com. If you have been to Destin before and are wanting to try something different check out http://www.cheappensacolahotels.com.

Mitchell's Fish Market- Newer Destin Restaurant

Last night we had another great meal at Mitchell's Fish Market in Sandestin and I realized I have not mentioned this great seafood restaurant on our Destin blog. Mitchell's Fish Market is located on the east of end of Destin often referred to as Sandestin in the Grand Boulevard shopping center. The food and service are always top notch and the prices are pretty reasonable for fresh seafood. Mitchell's brings in fresh seafood from around the country and their Tuna may be the best in town. They also have a great bar and feature happy hour specials. The nearest hotel is the Sandestin Hilton. Be sure to visit http://www.doitindestin.com/Places_to_eat_in_Destin.html for more Destin Restaurants.

Destin All Clear!! Hurricane Bill, Tropical Storm Anna, and Claudette

Great news for people planning their Destin Vacation! With Labor Day just around the corner there have been some concerns with the Destin weather. Luckily the storms have either broken up or are heading elsewhere. That means business as ususal in Destin. There are still a ton of hotel rooms open so that means there are deals just waiting to be taken advantage of. For low hotel rates be sure to visit http://www.cheapdestinhotels.com/. Or if you are heading to Panama City Beach check out our all new blog at http://www.panamacityhotelscheap.com/Panama_City_Blog.php.

Get up to 40% off on a hotel for this Labor Day

There is not a better place to spend this Labor Day than Destin, Florida. It is still summer in Destin and the water temperature in the Gulf is around 80 degrees! The hotels are cheap compared to peak season and Hotels.com just announced they are offering up to 40% off select hotels. Check out the link above or visit http://www.cheapdestinhotels.com for low priced hotel rooms. Also be sure to check back in just a few days for events and ideas for things to do over this Labor Day in Destin.

Summer Day at the Gulfarium

Yesterday we loaded up the office, picked up the families, and hit the Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island. The Gulfarium is located only about 10 minutes from Destin and is worth the drive. Plan to spend at least two hours exploring this great attraction to catch all the shows. The kid's loved petting the stingrays and the adults seemed to enjoy the dolphin show the best. The Gulfarium also offers a Sea lion show as well as a multi species show. In between shows there are plenty of attractions and displays to explore. For more information visit http://www.gulfarium.com/. If you plan to visit the Gulfarium on your next beach vacation the Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach is located directly next door and is an easy walk.

The Track in Destin!

Summer is in full swing and I cannot think of a better way to have fun with the family than a night at the Track in Destin. Located in the center of town this local attraction offers something for everyone. The Track offers several go-kart tracks including a 3 story wooden track nicknamed "Woody". There are also bumper boats, goofy golf, bumper cars, several rides for the younger children, an arcade, and even bungee jumping! The Track is an easy walk from the Summer Place Inn, Destin,FL located directly next door. For other attractions in Destin visit http://www.doitindestin.com/.

Memorial Day Sale- Up to 50% off!

Memorial Day Sale: Save up to 50% off hotels during Memorial Day Week! - Expires 5/25/09


Memorial Day is just around the corner and it's not to late to book your hotel! Hotels.com is offering up to 50% off on select Destin hotels. Check out the link above and enter your dates to take advantage of this limited time promotion. Also check back for ideas on things to do while you are in Destin for Memorial Day weekend or visit http://www.doitindestin.com.

Dinner and a Show! Osaka

We had some guest in town tonight and decided to stop by Osaka Japanese Steak House. This is one our favorite places to entertain. We walked in right at Dinner time with no wait tonight. Generally we expect to wait at least 15 minutes so they can prepare the Hibachi table. We did the "Ninja Dinner" and it was perfect at usual. The Fillet Mignon is one of the best in town. The great table side show accents the meal nicely. The sushi is excellent as well. If you are in the mood for some Hibachi we can not recommend a better place. For other great places to eat check out http://www.doitindestin.com/Places_to_eat_in_Destin.html.

Sandestin to Host ArtsQuest Fine Art Show!

It's that time of the year! Sandestin is gearing up once again to host the ArtsQuest festival. Every year over 100 artist and many more art lovers travel from around the globe to attend this the show at Sandestin's Baytowne Warf. The festival starts May 9th (Mother's day) and concludes on the 11th. For more details visit our events calender and for hotels near by visit http://www.cheapdestinhotels.com/.

Larger Updated Destin Hotel Map

One of the most used features on Cheap Destin Hotels is the interactive Destin Hotel Map. We have recently decided to expand the size of the map, add more hotels, and add a direct link and photo for each hotel. In the near future we intend to post details and reviews on the map. When searching for a hotel every little detail helps and Cheap Destin Hotels strives to offer the tools you need. Keep a look our for more new exciting features in the future.

Camping in Destin FL

If you are looking to go Camping in Destin there are several great places to choose from. Today we want to highlight Camping on the Gulf. This campground is located on the east end of town just past the outlet malls and right before the Sandestin Beach Resort. When you think of Destin you think of the beach, so why not camp right on the water? Camping on the Gulf offers spots for RVs, a chance to pitch a tent, as well as cabin rentals. They do fill up fast and accept reservation up to a year in advance. If you have family members that want to camp and you prefer a hotel, the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort And Spa, Destin,FL is located with in walking distance on the beach. For other campgounds and places to stay visit http://doitindestin.com/Places_to_stay_Destin.html.

Destin Chik-fil-a

Today we decided to head to Chik-fil-a for lunch. I rarely comment on fast food but I wanted to inform travelers on the best fast food chain in Destin. Our office is just up the street from their location and we tend to eat there at least twice a month. Every time our expectations are exceeded. The restaurant is always spotless. No detail is missed. Even the ketchup is stacked perfectly. The employees are always nice, well groomed, and smiling. The service is shockingly amazing. This week is Louisiana's spring break and the restaurant was packed. We walked up and placed our order after a very brief wait. Before the cashier could hand me my drink our food was ready. I know this is the reason they call if fast food but it is rare that you get such great service from a chain. Chik-fil-a is located in Downtown Destin directly across the street from Holiday Inn Destin On The Beach. For other great places to eat in Destin take a look at Do It In Destin.

Comedy Night at Howl at the Moon

Last night we had a chance to visit Howl at the Moon just outside of Destin. Every Sunday night they have a live Comedy show with 2 stand ups. If you get there by 8 you get in with no cover. They start off with their famous dueling piano show for the 1st hour. At 9 the opening comic takes stage. The comics travel around the country doing shows and for the most part are surprising good. Around 9:30 the main act comes on stage. The comic last night was hilarious. The entire room was laughing so hard they were gasping for air. Overall the show was great. The bar is right on the beach if you have a chance to catch them on a Sunday we would recommend this show. The average age ground was between 20-50. So pretty much everyone is welcome. Howl at the Moon is located on Okaloosa Island and the best hotel to book out there is Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach. Check out Cheap Destin Hotels for other hotel options and Do It In Destin for other entertainment ideas.

Destin Pizza!

Looking for a quick meal while in Destin on vacation? Pizza is the easy meal that can feed the whole family without breaking the bank. Once you decide on Pizza it may be hard to find the perfect pizza place. We have decided to highlight a few of the great Pizza places in Destin. Since Destin is spread out a bit we have chosen several places in different areas.

The 1st choice we highlight is Jordano's. This family owned Pizza spot is by far the best pizza in Destin. They are located on the east side of Destin in the Miramar Beach area. They do not have a site so we can not provide a link. If you want to give them a try pick up the phone and call them at 850 654-8080.

For downtown Destin we recommend Mellow Mushroom. This is a fun chain that has a kind of wacky flair to it. I do not believe they deliver but it is a great place to stop in for a great pizza. They also have a large selection of beer for the adults.

For the west end of Destin near the harbour we recommend LandShark's Pizza. This is the one of the three we have not been to. We are recommending this location based off rave reviews from friends.

If you are not adventurous and prefer well known chains Destin has them as well. For other great Places to eat in Destin visit http://www.doitindestin.com/