One of the main reasons SoWal.com was started was to answer questions about our area from locals, newcomers, and visitors. Below are some of the most common questions with answers and links to more information.
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Here are the updated details for the free Seaside Shuttle for 2025.
There has been a lot of discussion and interest for trolleys serving South Walton and 30A. The county has a tram with limited runs and is looking to expand. Their have been private groups proposing trolleys to serve various areas along 30A. Many of our beach communities have their own trolleys and busses to shuttle people around 30A and to the beach.
Walton County Tourism has unveiled the new brand chosen to represent the welcoming communities in Walton County located north of the Choctawhatchee Bay – Authentic Walton.
A comprehensive article by Business Insider named Seaside's Central Square as one of the world's twelve most beautiful places. The impressive list includes London's Trafalgar Square and Chicago's Millenium Park.
12 of the most beautiful public spaces in the world, according to urban designers
FLORIDA FIREWORKS INFORMATION “What’s Legal, What’s Not”?
Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach 2024 has been selected as the winner of this year's CODAawards: Collaboration of Design + Art in the Residential category.
The internationally acclaimed CODA awards “celebrate the projects that most successfully integrate commissioned art into interior, architectural, or public spaces.”
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is celebrating its 50th anniversary all year as South Walton's most popular resort destination for couples, families, vacationers, groups and business travelers.
Harriet Huntress Crommelin, 76, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, passed away February 8, 2023 at her home in Seagrove Beach.
In 1995, Harriet moved to the Emerald Coast to open one of the first restaurants on Scenic 30A, Café Thirty-A, which has been consistently successful for almost 27 years. Harriet was a true trailblazer, a visionary. Her passion for fine wine and consistently delicious food has paved the way for many of the restaurants in South Walton, Florida. She was an inspiration to women entrepreneurs everywhere.
Important Beach Safety Info from Visit South Walton
Committed to Beach Safety Every Day - For Gulf conditions and flag updates, text "SAFETY" to 31279.
