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FORT WALTON BEACH/DESTIN MEETING & CONFERENCE - CITY & LOCATION INFORMATION 
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Sand just doesn't get much whiter than this, and that's only the beginning of what's so special about this band of Gulf of Mexico beachfront dubbed the Emerald Coast.
The area's easy pace and gentle Southern hospitality make it easy to mix business with pleasure. You don't even have to leave the beach (after all, it is 24 miles long) to get things accomplished: Beachfront properties such as the Ramada Plaza Beach Resort and Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort on Fort Walton Beach, and the Resorts of Pelican Beach in Destin, are equipped with multiple function rooms to accommodate small or large groups. Nearby, the state-of-the-art Emerald Coast Conference Center has an additional 35,000 square feet of flexible, column-free meeting and exhibit space.
Fort Walton Beach and Destin's white-sand shores are also host to an extensive variety of group recreational possibilities. Options include the U.S. Air Force Armament Museum, exhibiting aircraft that represents all major war eras, and Florida's Gulfarium, with marine life exhibits and performances that can also be rented out for private functions. Golfers can take their swing at more than 1,000 holes of golf, while area parks and multi-sport complexes make great venues for team-building exercises.
For groups that prefer the great outdoors, charters provide exceptional diving, snorkeling and shelling tours. Saltwater fishing is a universally recognized sport here, and large party fishing boats take groups out to reel in catches from the "Billfish Capital of the World."
Whether you are looking for watersports activities, exciting attractions, quiet beaches, championship golf or all of the above, every type of group can find an ideal setting in this area.
Facts At A Glance Climate: Average annual temperature is 68°.
Airport & Flight Accessibility: The Okaloosa Regional Airport, served by six major airlines. The Pensacola Regional Airport is 45 miles west.
City Personality: Known for stunning beaches and fresh seafood; called the "world's luckiest fishing village." | | Property Diversity: A variety of group resorts and hotels, many with beachfront settings.
Natural Assets: 24 miles of sugar-white sands and emerald-green waters on the Gulf of Mexico.
Golf & Spa: More than 1,000 holes of golf; ranked one of the top ten "Best Golf Towns in America." |
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Sherry Rushing |
The Emerald Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau is here to assist you with all of your meeting needs. From local or regional events to conferences for Fortune 500 companies, the southern sea towns of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island are a perfect setting for business or fun-focused meetings. Let the experts at the Emerald Coast CVB tell you about all the wonderful group experiences available on the 24 miles of sugar-white sand beaches of the Emerald Coast.
Contact group representative Sherry Rushing at the Emerald Coast CVB for area brochures, group information packets and promotional slides or videos. Sherry can also provide you with this area's meeting facilities guide, suggested itineraries and vendor referrals. Ask Sherry about the Emerald Coast’s unique off-site meeting locations and comprehensive planning assistance.
Contact Information:
Emerald Coast CVB, Inc.
Contact: Sherry Rushing, Travel Industry Sales Manager
Phone 850-651-7647
Fax 850-651-7149
Toll-free 800-322-3319
Sherry Rushing
http://www.destin-fwb.com/ |
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Top 10 reasons to choose the Fort Walton Beach/Destin Area for your next meeting
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1. 24 miles of white sands and emerald waters
2. Exceptional fishing and championship golf
3. Watersports include sailing, parasailing, waterskiing and windsurfing.
4. Fresh-caught seafood, served at waterfront restaurants
5. Emerald Coast Conference Center offers 35,000 square feet of meeting space. |
6. Diverse meeting accommodations include beachfront resorts and hotels.
7. The convenient Okaloosa Regional Airport, served by six major airlines
8. Easy ground travel via four primary feeder highways
9. More than 1,000 holes of Championship golf
10. Unique group teambuilding and event venues. Read more | | |
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