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By Art Williamson
(Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast)
November 3rd, 2007: Destin is host to the 2nd annual Worldcup Offshore Powerboat racing taking place this Saturyda and Sunday. See great pictures, live racing and more information at: http://www.destinworldcup.com/Just another day in Paradise!-Art
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
  FROM THE EDITORHere in Florida, November's weather is impeccable, family and friend visits are abundant and life is exactly how we'd like it to be year-round. But for every social occasion, it's important to have a head-to-toe ensemble to match, and/or an ideal home entertaining element to impress every discriminating guest. And for every holiday, you must find those perfect gifts. Here, we share the best of what we're most thankful for at Destin Commons this month. IN THIS ISSUETrendsSometimes the best place to get some work done is away from work. That's why Destin Commons now offers free Wi-Fi high-speed Internet access throughout the entire center. You can have a place to get away from it all while staying connected to it all. We are the only outdoor lifestyle center on the Emeral...
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By Angie Vandenbergh, A Crye-Leike Blogger
(Crye-Leike, Realtors)
This week Crye-Leike is hosting its annual real estate conference and expo at the Sandestin Hilton.Here's the event line up...Tuesday, October 23rd - Agent check in begins later in the afternoon and a cocktail reception is scheduled in the evening. Wednesday, October 24th - In the morning after breakfast a guest speaker is scheduled. In the afternoon are contests and events like a golf tournament, poker match, sandcastle competition and more... Thursday, October 25th - In the morning there are several break out sessions agents can choose from. Speakers cover topics in technology & real estate, negotiating, building customer base, developing a niche and more. The expo is scheduled for the afternoon. Agents browse vendor booths and enter for a chance to win great prizes, like digital came...
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
When you run across a beautiful 1957 Chrevolet, well, you just have to stop, quick draw your trusty digital camera, and get the drop on the target!!  Is this a beauty!  Now, here's the best part.  The owner caught me dead to rights photographing his Chevy, and assessed me a charge of 25 cents.  So we struck up a conversation and this is what I learned.  As many of you know, many classic car owners keep their treasures in a special garage, protecting them from rain, sunlight, and of course, the worst of all, we the viewing public!  But not Frank Marstall,the owner of this classic '57 Chevy.  Frank, his wife, and their son make the pilgrimage to Destin, Florida, annually, all the way from Topeka, Kansas, and in this ride.  We'd like to hook the Marstall's up with a great real estate deal ...
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
Gentlemen, start your engines!  At Destin Raceways in Destin, Florida, at 26000 Emerald Coast Parkway, ride dune buggies on a dirt track, or drive a small race cars on asphalt.  Contact Kevin Shahid at 850-259-9341.  Looks like lots of fun.  Could be as much fun to watch, as to drive or ride.  One of my most enjoyable a favorite places to visit in Destin, Florida.
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
The Red Tide is upon us!  First I heard from a friend in Jacksonville that she was having a scratchy throat and some serious breathing problems, then to the west, in Houston, I heard about the same thing from family members, and new for the past few days, I am experiencing the same stinging, burning breathing problem they described.  Historically, the Red Tide kills a lot of fish, but just what is the source of the symptoms?  Wikipedia calls the Red Tide a phenomenon know as algal bloom. The phenomenon produces a neurotoxin called brevetoxin, which kills fish, birds, marine mammals and other organisms.  Let's hope it ends soon.
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
These cars are so beautiful!  And the charity event was really worth while.  Hope you enjoy the pictures.  We had an absolutely beautiful day in Destin, and the turn out very good.  This was my first visit to a Porsche club show, but it will not be my last!  There were so many beautiful cars gathered together at one time, and the owners are all so passionate about the rides.  Many of the owners actually race their cars in serious race events.  I look forward to the next event!    
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
 The second annual Charity Car Show was held at Destin Commons, Saturday, October 13, 2007.  The Charity Event benefited the Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast.  The event was organized by the Porsche Club of America, North Florida Region, and featured cars by Porsche, Lamborghini, Lexus, Ferrari, and others.  Copy Systems, Destin Commons, and Smith Motorworks were also sponsors of the event.  A few photos of the participants follow.  Enjoy!     When Dominique isn't preparing a delicious menu at Fat Clemenza's in Destin, Florida, he's probably out touring around in this awesome Porsche.  Dominique drives this car and others in regular scheduled racing events.  Very interesting driver, extraordinary car.   Is this beautiful or what!  I would look great in this car!!      Isn't th...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
are some other reasons that buying a vacation home now to live in later may make sense for you:Roots. When you buy before you've retired, you start making the area part of your life right away. That helps youbuild a social network, which will ease the transition when you do make the move. "You get a chance to meetpeople and be part of the community," says Christine Hrib Karpinski, author of Profit from Your Vacation HomeDream. "It's truly a second home."Family connections. Kids grow up and change jobs and cities. One way to bring the entire family together moreoften is by living in a fun, familiar house in a great location. Buying while you still have children at home is abonus. The kids will feel invested in the place, make friends and want to visit more often when they're older. Sixye...
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By Jeanne Fillingame
(Fillingame & Associates)
We don't usually have BIG waves in the emerald green waters of Destin but today it's gorgeous and the real surfers are out to catch some waves. I'll post some pictures as soon as I figure out how to do it. Best to my new friends in the internet world, Jeanne 
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By Jeanne Fillingame
(Fillingame & Associates)
Now is the time to buy in and around Destin, Florida! Lots of inventory and sellers are getting real about pricing. Buyers that are not afraid of a "no" should make their offers now. Sellers that need to sell now are looking very seriously at offers. There is no relationship between asking price and sales/closed price. Some sellers are looking at auction for that quicker sale but if you can get to them before they book for auction, you can buy it right.
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
 http://destininvestments.blogspot.com/  my new blogspot blog Destin Investments Call Brandon Jordan Realtor 850-758-1236 or email Brandon.Jordan@NorthwestFloridaRealtor.com   American Realty is a full-service agency that happens to do great real estate. For over 25 years their company has been at the forefront of the real estate industry in their area. In 2007, American Realty, with only 3% of the agents in their market, held almost a 10% market share. American Realty knows their market. That is why they closed more transactions than any other company/office between Navarre to Bay County Florida! This tri-county area is a complex real estate market with a wide array of community lifestyles - from military bases to vacation/resort beach communities - and a variety of real estate in betw...
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By Art Williamson
(Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast)
I just updated my bi-weekly Destin price index at:http://www.exploredestinonline.com/DestinPriceIndexIt's amazing how the market has turned around from the euphoric price increases and selling/flipping over the past few years to what we have now... a dead market. Of course, we knew it wouldn't last forever but give me a break...see below:For instance, there are 2,364 condos for sale in Destin and S. Walton West, out of those for sale only 9 sold during the first two weeks of August! There are 1,131 homes for sale in the same area, also only 9 sold during the first two weeks of August.BUYERS... enjoy the pick of the litter!
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By Art Williamson
(Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast)
Visit my blog at: www.ExploreDestinOnline.com/MyBlogRegards,Art Williamson
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By Robert Monk, Florida Real Estate
(100% Realty, Inc.)
This beautiful rose was first grown in Houston, Texas, then moved to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.  Happy in its new home, this beautiful variety produces beauty during several months of each year.  We have friends in Destin and Sandestin who grow beautiful roses effortlessly.  We find that roses grown on waterfront property, particularly bayfront property.  As with any rose any place, a minimum of attention is necessary.  They require food periodically and water is essential.Cette rose est pour vous!  Venez nous visitez en Floride car nous n'avons pas que les plages, une mer émeraude, et du sable blanc et fin, nous avons aussi des fleurs magnifiques! 
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
    ParksHenderson Beach State Park17000 Emerald Coast ParkwayDestin, FL 32541Dolphin Cruises and BoatingIsland Sport Shop 1688 Highway 98 E Destin, FL(850) 650-9126Boogies Water Sports 2 Highway 98 EastDestin, FL(850) 654-4497 Olin Marler's ChartersDestin HarborDestin, FL (850) 837-7095 AJ's Sea Blaster & Silent Lady116 Highway 98 EDestin, FL(850) 837-1166 Adventure Pontoon Destin, FL(850) 837-3041 Bayside WaterSports 1310 Hwy 98Okaloosa Island, FL (850) 302-0021 Destin Watertoys 288 Highway 98 E Destin, FL (850) 837-7755 (888) 357-2608 Gilligan?s Watersports 530 Highway 98 EDestin, FL(850) 650-9000 Harbor Cove Charters 116 Highway 98 EDestin, FL(850) 837-2222 Kayak Experience 600 Highway 98 EDestin, FL(850) 837-1577 Mango Maddie's Pontoons, Inc. 314 Highway 98 EastDestin, FL (850) 650...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
Address:4603 Legendary Marina Drive Destin, Florida 32541 580 Dry Slips - accommodating boats up to 47 feet in length  Deemed as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village," Destin is the home of five saltwater world recordtitles and known to hold some of the largest fishing tournaments around. Sporting the closestdeep-water access on the Gulf of Mexico - up to 600-foot depths within 10 miles - Destin provideseager deep-sea anglers the speediest route to the richest of fishing waters. Truly a one of a kind boaterdestination, Destin's white sand beaches and emerald green waters hold the acclaim of the #1 Beachin America by USA Today Readers and one of the Top 10 harbors from Coastal Living. With 5-startreatment, YCOA can get you on your way in luxury and style.         Florida Real Estate wit...
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By Angie Vandenbergh, A Crye-Leike Blogger
(Crye-Leike, Realtors)
I just got back from a trip to the beach! It was a wonderful, spur of the moment 500 mile drive down to Destin, Florida. Yep, that's right. We packed up the car, grabbed our two year old, and a stack full of diapers and started driving. (The picture is the view from the Destin condo we stayed at.)Destin Florida is one of my favorite vacation spots.I started thinking since I've been there so many times I may be able to offer some advice to people looking to vacation in Destin Florida.Where to stay in Destin?  Places I have stayed, really enjoyed and would recommend are Silver Beach Towers, Jade East, and Sandestin. There are a lot of other wonderful places as well. These locations have one big thing in common though. They are gulf front locations where you don't even have to put your sho...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
Golfing Emerald Bay Golf ClubHoles: 18 Par: 72Semi-private, 18-hole championship course with driving range, putting greens, satellite yardage system, club rentals and snack bar.4781 Clubhouse DrPhone: (850) 837-5197Official WebsiteFort Walton Beach Golf Club(2 courses) Holes: 18, 18 Par: 72, 72. The Pines course offers a challenging layout of over 6,800 yards through an upland pine forest, and The Oaks course offers over 6,400 yards of narrow, oak-lined fairways and challenging water hazards. Spacious lighted driving range, club rentals, Edwin Watts Golf Shop and a full service restaurant.1955 Lewis Turner BlvdPhone: (850)833-9664 for administrationOfficial WebsiteRegatta Bay Golf and Country ClubHoles: 18 Par: 72Public course featuring 18 holes of championship greens designed by golf c...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
Boogies Water Sports#2 Stahlman Avenue Phone: (850) 654-4497Official WebsiteLuther's Pontoon & Jet Ski Rentals · Kayaks • Pontoons • Yamaha Waverunners • Sunset Cruises • Catered Food Service •202 B Highway 98 EPhone: (850) 650-8733Official WebsiteOlin Marler's Charters102 Harbor BlvdPhone: (850) 837-7095 Official WebsiteSea BlasterLooking for something to do while in Destin? Climb aboard the adventure of a lifetime. Tour Destin Harbor, blast into the pass, down the pristine beaches and watch the dolphins! Each trip includes free beer, wine and sodas. Daily departures at 9 a.m. (includes snorkeling), 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5:30 p.m. (sunset cruise).116 Highway 98Phone: (850) 837-1166Official WebsiteSouthern Star100 Highway 98Phone: (850) 837-7741Official Website Florida Real Estate with Br...
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