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Northwest Florida
Northwest Florida Destin
THE WORLD’S LUCKIEST FISHING VILLAGE
BY PAIGE AIGRET
Northwest Florida is home to many gems that are becoming more and more enticing to those looking to relocate for a more laid-back lifestyle. With worldclass fishing, beaches and coastal vibes mixed in with
Southern hospitality, it’s no wonder snowbirds are flocking to the shores in search of their beach retreat.
And one of the best spots to cast out your real estate fishing line is none other than Destin Florida, a town with a longstanding history in the fishing industry. Since the arrival of Captain
Leonard Destin to the Emerald Coast in the mid-1800s, the town has only grown in popularity and has become known as the world’s luckiest fishing village.
After discovering how plentiful the area was with ocean life, the captain quickly grew a fishing community. Now, the town is the captain’s namesake — Destin, Florida — a place where people come from all over to fish, vacation and live.
Some of the most common catches in the Destin area include redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, wahoo, snapper, mahi-mahi, sailfish, tuna and cobia. There’s no seasonal shortage, but the best time of year for angling in the world’s luckiest fishing village is from May through November.
And fall is an especially popular time for anglers in the area with the Destin Fishing Rodeo taking place from Oct. 1–31. The rodeo has been a Destin staple since it was founded in 1948 by the locally well-known Marler family. The idea was to extend the tourist season for another month, a tactic that’s worked now for nearly 75 years.
Anglers can participate in the tournament via charter boat, private boat, kayak or paddleboard as well as from the surf and
Whether you're here to unwind or cast out your line, Destin has you covered with its alwaysemerald-green waters.
shoreline, bridge, jetties or pier. Registration is required either per person or via the designated boat.
The month-long event features a daily weigh-in at AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar in the Destin Harbor where your big catch can be assessed for prize winnings. And with thousands of dollars in cash prizes on deck, the event attracts anglers aplenty with locals as well as transient competitors from across the country and the globe.
Destin also has much to offer between casts from enjoying a beach or boat day to shopping and dining at HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons. And no matter where you choose to dine, you’ll always find a fresh local catch on the menu. Plus, there are always numerous events taking place in the area, and Big Kahuna’s Waterpark is a family favorite for the community. Destin truly has it all!
Looking to make Destin your destination? Whether that means relocating or finding the perfect beach home, Corcoran Reverie is here for you, conveniently located in Destin just off of Highway 98, as well as at two other locations along the Emerald Coast in Panama City’s historic downtown area and on the famed 30A Highway in Seagrove Beach.
With three offices in Northwest Florida, one in Nashville, Tennessee, and through their affiliation nationally with the Corcoran Group, Corcoran Reverie is never out of reach.
They’re ready and waiting to help you find your reverie.
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Abigail Davis, Luxury Property Specialist m. 423.321.2590. e. abigail.davis@corcorangroup.com Connect with me to find your beach tailgate destination.
