Destin, FL
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About Destin
- • Country singer Jason Aldean owns a house in Destin, often visiting the area.
- • The original concept for AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar began in Destin.
- • The abundance of Snapper made it 'The World's Luckiest Fishing Village'.
- • Legend says a giant octopus lives near the Destin Bridge pilings.
- • Hurricane Opal in 1995 caused widespread destruction, reshaping the coastline.
- • It's named after Leonard Destin, who settled here around 1845.
- • With over 14,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Fort Walton Beach.
- • At 24 feet above sea level, it's remarkably flat, perfect for biking.
- • Tourism drives much of the local economy, with many working in hospitality.
- • The emerald water and sugar-white sand create a relaxing, beachy feeling.