Beach Tips from a Local

So, you have reserved a beach condo in Destin for the summer ~ yay! The Gulf Coast offers miles of beautiful beaches where you can relax on the sugar white sand, fish the bountiful waters, swim, ride jet skis, and more! We are sure you will have a wonderful vacation in Destin and want you to have fun and be safe. Here are a few Destin beach tips to make sure your vacation is awesome!

Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! You have heard it before, but you really can’t hear it enough – wear sunscreen! It’s a good idea for everyone to put on a good layer of sunscreen before you leave your house. Once you are in the sun or on the beach, sweat, sand, and water can keep the sunscreen from sticking to the skin. Put on a layer before you leave and reapply later. Also, don’t forget to get the tops of your feet, ears, and if you part your hair be sure to hit that with some sunscreen!

Stay hydrated! We all like to enjoy a cocktail or a beer on the beach, but be sure to drink plenty of water too. It gets hot and you don’t want to ruin your trip by getting overheated. So, stock a cooler with beer and cocktails, but don’t forget plenty of water. Also, remember no glass on the beach, please 🙂

Check the flags. The beach has a flag system to warn you of the surf or any marine life in the water. Don’t ignore the flags and stay safe!

The most important tip: relax and have fun! If you are still looking for a condo or home in Destin, be sure to check out our incredible selection of vacation rentals!