FORT WALTON BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Fort Walton Beach |
| Enjoy the surf and sun on Florida’s Emerald Coast, with its white sandy beaches and emerald green waters, while you relax in Fort Walton Beach vacation rentals. |
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Fort Walton Beach Vacation Rental Information |
Fort Walton Beach is picturesque area offering vacation rentals nestled among rolling sand dunes covered with sea oats. Fort Walton Beach is located on the northern Gulf Coast Beach of Florida and sits at the western end of the Choctawhatchee Bay along a narrow section of the Santa Rosa Sound. Fort Walton Beach condos form the majority of the vacation rentals found here. Vacation rentals in Fort |
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Walton Beach come in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom sizes that sleep anywhere between 1 to 10 people. Many amenities are offered to make your stay as comfortable as possible, such as high-speed Internet access, seasonally heated pools, Jacuzzis, barbecue grills and cable television. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Fort Walton Beach |
| Most vacation rentals in Fort Walton require that the renting tenant be 25 years old or above. Pets are usually not allowed, though the community is dog friendly. Do not forget to inquire about security deposits and minimum stay requirements. A certain percentage may be deducted from deposits as a cleaning fee after you empty the Fort Walton Beach vacation rental. Ask whether smoking or extra guests are allowed. |
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Must See in Fort Walton Beach |
Emerald Coast Science Center and Gulfarium are an absolute must see. History buffs have an additional must see, the Indian Temple Mound Museum and Park. There are quite a few other splendid places to visit in nearby areas, like Destin.
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Sights and Attractions in Fort Walton Beach |
| If you’re planning a family outing during your vacation, there are several options in and around Fort Walton Beach that will please those of all ages.
• Florida's Gulfarium
• Gator Beach
• The Track Family Recreation Center
• Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
• U.S. Air Force Armament Museum
• Indian Temple Mound and Museum
• Emerald Coast Science Center
• The Zoo
• The Arts Center at Okaloosa-Walton College
• Northwest Florida Ballet |
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Outdoor Recreation in Fort Walton Beach |
| Besides the usual beach combing, Fort Walton Beach offers an array of activities for every vacationer.
• Beach Activities
• Water Activities
• Fishing
• Blackwater River State Forest
• Eglin Reservation
• Grayton Beach State Recreation Area
• Henderson Beach State Recreation Area
• Gulf Islands National Seashore |
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Golfing in Fort Walton Beach |
At Fort Walton Beach, you find just the right combination of impeccable weather, lush green surroundings and championship tees. The dozen or so golf courses in the Fort Walton Beach, Destin and Okaloosa Island area are among the most challenging in the country. The Fort Walton Beach Golf Club has 2 courses, both 18-hole, par-72. The Island Golf Center has a 9-hole, par-27 course. |
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Fort Walton Beach Fairs and Festivals |
| Each year Fort Walton finds a way to celebrate, including festivals with pirates and treasure hunts!
• Friday Night Flicks
• Festival of Glass
• Sprint Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival and Torchlight Parade
• The Seabreeze Jazz Festival Weekend
• Musical Echoes
• Fort Walton Beach Independence Day Celebration
• Festa Italiana
• Fort Walton Beach Dog Daze
• Christmas on Main Street
• Okaloosa On Ice |
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Dining and Nightlife in Fort Walton Beach |
Besides great seafood like red snapper, yellow-fin tuna and triggerfish, which are Fort Walton specialties, there are also Mexican, Italian, Irish, French, Oriental and American cuisines available at the local restaurants.
Local bars and pubs have a fun and lively ambience for that enjoyable night out. Flaunting a fun, lively atmosphere, Howl at the Moon is also a terrific piano bar, where pianists lead the music and the evening. Commanding fabulous views of the beach, it's an ideal place to cool off and enjoy your favorite beverage.
Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach and its sister site in nearby Destin offers an eventful dining experience for the entire family. The restaurant features a delightful selection of seafood entrees, as well as chicken and steak dinners, pasta and salads. Don’t forget to try Fudpucker’s key lime pie for a tasty treat or enjoy a drink while you listen to good old beach music, whether recorded or live. There is plenty of fun for the kids, too, at Gator Beach in Destin, where the kids can view and feed live alligators. There the kids can try out the playground or the game room, or they can enjoy the outdoor playground at the Fort Walton location. Don’t forget to build a custom teddy bear at the T-Bear Construction Company or shop at the Fudpucker Trading Company in Destin for great souvenir gifts.
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Shopping in Fort Walton Beach |
| Specialty shops at Fort Walton Beach are helpful in buying souvenirs for everyone on your list. Pick from home accessories, candles, Christmas decorations or collectibles. Darby-Mitchell Antiques is a downtown store, featuring a wide variety of splendid merchandise, most of it European in origin. You will find a host of sculpture, tapestries, case goods, dining room tables, chandeliers, lamps, clocks, artwork and mirrors. Uptown Station Shopping Center has everything you need, with 45 national and local merchants. Santa Rosa Mall is the area’s largest regular retail mall with over 90 stores. Travel to Destin for a visit to more upscale shopping centers. |
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Best Times to Visit Fort Walton Beach |
Fort Walton Beach enjoys warm temperatures throughout the year, but sometimes the temperature can go as low as 36º F, with highs near 90º F. Showers and thunderstorms pass quickly and sunshine prevails. Tropical winds and abundant rain create hot, humid conditions from May through September. The rest of the year is more comfortable, with mild days and cool nights, less humidity and less rain. |
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Time Zone for Fort Walton Beach |
| Eastern Standard Time. |
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Getting To and Around Fort Walton Beach |
With the Okaloosa County Regional Airport on Eglin Air Force Base only minutes outside the downtown area, flights to Fort Walton Beach make arrival and departure easy. Inquire about shuttle bus services and auto rentals. Bicycle rentals are also available. |
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