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.
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.
