DESTIN / FT. WALTON BEACH

Perfectly situated in the center of Northwest Florida’s panhandle on the dazzling Gulf of Mexico, the soft sands and charming towns of Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Okaloosa Island are the heart of the Emerald Coast—and you can fly there nonstop from MidAmerica St. Louis Airport on Allegiant Airlines.

Explore miles of beaches, enjoy endless shopping and dining options, or hit the greens of eight championship golf courses. And it’s called the Emerald Coast for a reason: get out on the region’s clear, green water and fish, jet ski or standup paddleboard, or venture under it by snorkeling or scuba diving.

Start planning your trip to Destin here.