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For the past six years, South Walton public beaches have had a Managed Beach Vendor Program.

Three years ago, the county took over the program from the Tourist Development Council (Visit South Walton). The program has generated a total of just over $1.1 million in revenue for the county over that span.
On Tuesday, county commissioners awarded a two-year contract to Coastal Parasail for just over $1.5 million a year.

Beginning March 1st, 2025 Coastal Parasail will rent beach chairs & umbrellas on South Walton public beaches.

 Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, the premier destination along Northwest Florida’s emerald coast, proudly announced the completion of its $35M property-wide renovation to celebrate its 40-year anniversary in 2024.

WaterColor Inn, the flagship luxury resort along 30A, announces today that its gulf-front onsite eatery, Fish Out of Water, has taken a fresh culinary direction under the guidance of industry veteran Chef Louis Martorano.

As the hotel’s new Director of Culinary and Executive Chef, Chef Martorano brings a new, seasonally-driven perspective to Fish Out of Water’s award-winning cuisine and impeccable service.

Bud and Alley’s Pizza Bar offers a casual dining experience that’s big on local flavor. Located on the ground floor of Bud and Alley’s Restaurant on Scenic 30A in Seaside, the restaurant has outdoor seating  with views of all of Seaside. 

Representatives for the Walton County Board of County Commissioners and Walton County Tourism participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Visitor & Nature Center at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on December 20th.

The $4.2 million project will provide education, host events and connect visitors to the park's natural wonders. Walton County provided $285,000 in Tourist Development Tax funds to support the project, which is expected to be completed in late 2025.

A mecca of design and master planning set within the captivating landscape of the Gulf of Mexico coastline of Northwest Florida, Alys Beach is a living gallery of the works of some of the country's most revered architects and designers.
 
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The Dawson Group, a locally owned and operated restaurant group, has acquired three notable South Walton establishments, including Red Fish Taco, Stinky’s Bait Shack, and Stinky’s Fish Camp, from longtime local, Jim Richard of Word of Mouth Restaurant Group.