| . airy studios and 1- to 3-bedroom units offer full kitchens, furnished balconies with gulf views, washers and dryers, flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. dining options include a poolside tiki bar and a casual beachside bar. overlooking the gulf of mexico, this beachfront, all-condo hotel is across the street from several casual dining options and a 9-minute walk from ripley's believe it or not! odditorium. perks include an outdoor pool with separate splash zone play areas for kids, plus cabanas, lounge chairs and daybeds. room service is available. there's also an indoor pool, a whirlpool, a fitness center and a full-service spa (surcharge)
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport 1 hr 32
St. Andrews State Park (11 min)
Outdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails & camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours. WonderWorks Panama City Beach (10 min)
Attraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride. Shipwreck Island Waterpark (6 min)
Attractions including waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool & rapids fill this tropical-style park. Race City (11 min)
Amusement park with a steep go-kart track plus a roller coaster, arcade games & backlight mini-golf. Saint Andrew Bay (15 min)
Popular among anglers & boaters, this massive estuary features a scenic coastline & state park. ZooWorld Zoological and Botanical Conservatory (4 min)
Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting. Russell-Fields Pier (18 min)
Popular lookout for fishing, sea turtle spotting & dramatic sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico. Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise (10 min) Gulf World (14 min)
Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows. Shell Island Beach Tours (14 min)
Undeveloped stretch of beach on an peninsula, known for clear waters & light, fine sand. Capt. Anderson's Marina (11 min)
Family-run destination for Shell Island tours & dolphin encounters, plus deep-sea fishing trips. Frank Brown Park (15 min)
Recreational park offering sports fields, an aquatic center, trails, a fishing pond & dog play area. Coconut Creek Family Fun Park (11 min)
Sprawling family-friendly venue featuring 2 18-hole mini-golf courses & a football-field-sized maze. Ripley's Believe It or Not! (9 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. | 
