GIVE YOUR SWEETHEART A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN DESTIN!

Valentine's Day Celebration in Destin!

Surprise your Sweetheart with a romantic getaway at
Ariel Dunes Resort in Destin!

Amenities include sauna & steam room. Fabulous views of the Gulf of Mexico. Great location near all restaurants, shopping, golf course & much more.

Valentine's special $100/night!

See photos & descriptions on our website at www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com
click on the Ariel Dunes button at top left side of the home page.

Ariel Dunes II is a 24 story condo with picturesque views that span the coast. The building is angled slightly to the west giving you the views of spectacular sunsets from your oversized balcony.Three pools surround the southern portion of the building and there is a spacious sundeck for catching a few rays or just relaxing. A state of the art fitness center, steam room & sauna are located on the lobby level. There is an onsite restaurant & lounge. You can grab the free beach tram for a quick ride to the sugar white sands & emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Pool, Washer/Dryer, Fitness Center, Wireless Internet, Tennis Court(s), Golf Course.

You can see photos & other information on my website at www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com. You can check out our other vacation rentals there as well.

Phone: 850.543.9239

Email: jeanne001@cox.net

We'll save a seat for you!

Destin Restaurant Review

La Famiglia Ristorante Italiano & Pizza
300 Harbor Blvd., East
Destin, FL
Phone: 850.424.5795
10:00 a.m - 10:00 p.m.

I'm almost reluctant to share this restaurant, but no matter how much we would like to keep this authentic Italian restaurant a secret word is rapidly getting out. La Famiglia is a family affair and it shows. Stefania & Pino and their three daughters Michela, Francesca & Valentina are from Roma. They have been open only three months & are already quite successful.

Jim & I wanted to try it out & the minute we walked in we were greeted by the delicious aromas typically associated with good Italian food. I was practically swooning by the time we were seated. If we hadn't been ravenous when we walked in, we would be now. The interior is quaint, rustic, & very cozy. The place was packed! Fortunately for us there was one open table available & we quickly claimed it. Even though they were busy, we were served water & presented with menus immediately. We were impressed with the extensive menu & wine list. I ordered the house wine just to check it out & was not disappointed.

We were served our beverages & plenty of hot, fresh bread with an herbed dipping sauce right away & devoured every crumb before our entree arrived. Jim ordered spaghetti & meat balls in tomato sauce & I opted for the veal piccata. The lemony veal piccata was like 'butta', but the star of the show was Jim's spaghetti with authentic, homemade tomato sauce which we both attacked. I wanted to try the Tiramisu, but couldn't take another forkfull of food.
When the check arrived we were pleasantly surprised! Not your typical Destin dinner prices!

This is where the locals dine, but the tourists are sure to find it.
It won't be long before customers are standing in line to eat here.

Sshhhh! Don't tell anyone!


Watch for my next restaurant review.

We still have our January specials at Ariel Dunes resort for $100/night!
See photos & descriptions on our website:
www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com click on Ariel Dunes button top left side of home page.

Dream of living the island lifestyle right on the Destin Harbor?

This beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bath condo is just across the street from the sugar white beaches & the beautiful, sparkling, crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico. It is approximately 1200 sq. ft. Tile floors in living areas with carpet in bedrooms. It is offered furnished or unfurnished. It is move in ready complete with linens & a fully equipped kitchen. Laundry area with washer & dryer is included.

AVAILABLE NOW!

This is the view from the oversize deck. This leads out to Destin's East Pass & into the Gulf of Mexico. Boat slip is included.

Give me a call at 850.543.9239 or email me at jeanne001@cox.net for more information.
Take a look at our vacation rentals in Destin at www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com

This is the view from the Destin Harbor. The condo is the one on your right (ground floor). This is a small complex with only 20 units. There are only 5 units directly on the Destin Harbor. The building you see behind the complex is right on the beach.

We like to refer to the condo as the "Love Shack" since everyone who lives here gets married!

View from the living/dining area & kitchen.

Living area

Spacious master bedroom with king size bed

Master bathroom

Guest bedroom with bath

What a view. My 5-year-old grandson went night fishing & caught a nice
speckled trout right off the pier! Lots of blue crabs live here too.

Beautiful Holiday Isle in Destin!

This condo is for sale at $329K or will trade for property near Madison or Ridgeland, MS or Baton Rouge, LA. Long term rental (furnished or unfurnished) $1250/month.

For more information call 850.543.9239 or email me at jeanne001@cox.net

Check out our vacation rentals at www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com

Barefoot By The Sea in Destin Florida LLC: Barefoot By The Sea is a great place to celebrate the Holidays!

Barefoot By The Sea in Destin Florida LLC: Barefoot By The Sea is a great place to celebrate the Holidays!

Barefoot By The Sea is a great place to celebrate the Holidays!

We always have a white Christmas here on the beach in Destin, Florida!
Our sugar white beaches look just like it snowed again last night.
December Special:
Weekend at Ariel Dunes II for under $400. What a great gift!
Visit our website at: www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com to see photos of Ariel Dunes II
or email us at: jeanne001@cox.net for availability.

Christmas comes to Destin!

Christmas at Destin Commons
The holiday season kicks off as Santa arrives at Destin Commons at 6 p.m. Nov. 21 — not on his sleigh, but on a fire truck accompanied by a police escort into Center Plaza.
Professional Broadway actors decked out in holiday costumes as Snow White, Cinderella, Peter Pan and Aladdin, present “Dreams Come True: A Fairy Tale Christmas,” a song and dance show. The show ends with Santa magically lighting the 50-foot Christmas tree.
Once again, the holiday décor at Destin Commons reflects a Norman Rockwell theme throughout. The Rockwell exhibit is in front of the center between Panera Bread and Talbots.
America’s favorite artist, Norman Rockwell is well-known for his American Christmas tradition with his nostalgic art on the covers of “The Saturday Evening Post” magazines from the 1920’s to the 1960’s.
Santa will take up residence in his Santa Station by the exhibit and children are welcome to visit and have professional photos taken.
Station hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and Dec. 14-18; 3 to 7 p.m. Sundays, 1 to 8 p.m. Dec. 19 and 21-23; 1 to 6 p.m. Dec. 20 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 24.
Holiday Nights and Lights shows will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in Center Plaza. Participating will be:
Dec. 3: The Village Choir
Dec. 8: NWF State College Soundsations Show Choir
Dec. 10: Dance Elite
Dec. 15: Pyramid Players Group
Dec. 17: Northwest Florida Youth Chorus

AUTUMN IS AWESOME at the beach in Destin, Florida

Our sugar white beaches and emerald green waters are the primary tourist attraction, but many visitors come to Destin for fishing and boating.




Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village", the largest and most elaborately equipped fishing fleet in the State of Florida docks at the Destin Harbor.

Take a look at all our vacation rental units at www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com or email us at jeanne001@cox.net.
Give us a call at 850.543.9239 for rates and availability.


The Destin Fishing Rodeo is the ultimate fishing tournament for saltwater anglers of all ages. The tournament continues from October 1st through October 31st. The Rodeo is free to angler's fishing aboard a registered boat in the Rodeo & is open to private and charter boats. Weigh-ins are everyday on the docks at A.J.'s Seafood & Oyster Bar from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.

There is free entry for Pier, Bridge, Jetty & Surf Fishing. Over 30,000 fishermen compete throughout the month of October with over $100,000 awarded in cash and prizes. There are daily, weekly and overall prizes with divisions in Junior, Teen, Ladies and Seniors. Virtually every gamefish is recognized with awards during the Rodeo. Whether you're trolling inshore for King Mackerel, offshore for Marlin and Sailfish, or fishing the deep bottoms for Red Snapper and Grouper, you'll be in the running for prizes.


The City of Destin has a rich historical heritage dating back to American Indian inhabitants as early as the 7th century A.D. Spanish explorers surveyed Florida in 1538. Don Francisco Tapia was commissioned to survey the Florida coast and in 1693, drew the first known map of East Pass and its shores.

Destin traces its immediate history to a fisherman, Captain Leonard Destin, who moved here from New London, Connecticut, and settled in Northwest Florida in about 1845. Captain Destin pioneered the fishing industry and Destin has maintained this heritage to the present.

The City of Destin was originally chartered as a municipality under the laws of the State of Florida in 1984. However, the community of Destin, in existence for more than one hundred and fifty years, has a long history as a fishing village and premier resort destination.

In addition to fishing, recreational opportunities include golf, tennis and watersports, including diving and snorkeling. The 100 Fathom curve draws closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida providing the speediest deep-water access on the Gulf.

AUTUMN IS AWESOME at the beach in Destin, Florida

Destin is home to the largest commercial fishing fleet in the state of Florida. Don't miss an October fishing trip!

Our visitors say Autumn is the best time to visit Destin. We reduce our rates in October, November & December. The weather is usually perfect for a day at the beach.

Did I mention golf? So many golf courses to choose from!
Email me for a list of golf course phone numbers.

Visit our website for photos & descriptions of all our units.
www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com or email us at jeanne001@cox.net
Phone: 850.543.9239 to check availability & get off-season rates.

Warm Autumn Beach Vacation in Destin, Florida

Ariel Dunes II Resort in Destin, Florida

Give us a call for rates and availability.
See photos & descriptions for all our Destin vacation rentals.

850.543.9239
email: jeanne001@cox.net
www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com

Short stroll to sugar white beaches......



Lobby and entrance to gym, sauna & steam room...
Three huge pools just outside.



Dining area


Master bedroom



Master bedroom with awesome views of the Gulf of Mexico.



Kitchen



Dining area





Dream of owning property at the beach?
This unit is for sale! Call for details.
850.543.9239
jeanne001@cox.net
www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com
Ariel Dunes II unit #707 is our newest vacation rental is located in the Seascape Golf Resort.

Visit our website for other condo or beach house rentals in Destin.
www.barefootbytheseaindestin.com

Destin Seafood Festival Golf Classic coming in September! Don't miss it!

The Destin Seafood Festival Golf Classic starting September 11 & 12, 2009 is Northwest Florida Gulf Coast's premier amateur golf tournament. The tournament is a two-person-team, best ball format at Indian Bayou, Destin’s original course. Two-person teams are $550, and includes two days of tournament play, as well as one practice round, breakfast and lunch each day, and a cocktail party before the event.

The tournament will be flighted at the completion of Friday’s play. Saturday tee times will be assigned after flighting. Prizes will be awarded in all flights.

This tournament will begin the celebration of the 31st Annual Destin Seafood Festival, set for Oct. 2-4, on the Destin harbor.

Please click here to download tournament sponsorship opportunities or contact Director of Events Risa Garner at (850) 837-2711 x2 or rgarner@DestinChamber.com for more information.