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Summer is a spectacular time to visit 30A. Experience 85-degree weather, long days of sunshine, and beautiful sunsets and a wide range of activities unique to this stunning region. Home to some of the most gorgeous white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, rare coastal dunes and lakes, abundance of wildlife and charming seaside villages and towns there’s no shortage of activities to make your 30A summer vacation one to remember for years to come.
Start planning your 30A summer vacation with these top things to; zip lining, parasailing, cycling, dune lake paddleboarding and more!
Summer is a spectacular time to visit 30A. Experience 85-degree weather, long days of sunshine, and beautiful sunsets and a wide range of activities unique to this stunning region. Home to some of the most gorgeous white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, rare coastal dunes and lakes, abundance of wildlife and charming seaside villages and towns there’s no shortage of activities to make your 30A summer vacation one to remember for years to come.
Now is the time to start planning your list of fun things to do on your 30A vacation. We’ve prepared a few things for you to consider!
Rent a Beach House
Weather your vacationing with family or friends, renting a beach house is one of the best ways to enjoy all that 30A has to offer. Enjoy mesmerizing Gulf views as you make your way to the beach each morning to catch the sunrise before planning your day. Choose from an inviting selection of top-rated beach-front houses, cottages, condos and townhouses for that perfect rental to suit your style and space needs.
Water Sports and more!
30A is beaming with must-try water sports and activities and there’s one for every skill and comfort level. If this is the summer you try something new and thrilling, we recommend jet skiing in Santa Rosa Beach, kayaking along Western Lake, deep sea fishing in Sandestin, and dolphin spotting in the waters of South Walton and Miramar Beaches. Or book a snorkeling tour in the Middle Keys where you’ll have the chance to see everything from gray snappers and barracuda to stingrays and turtles.
Zipline and Parasailing Adventures
A trip to the Emerald coast is not complete without experience breathtaking birds-eye views of 30As stunning natural beauty. Book an excursion to one of the many high adventure facilities offering zip lining and parasailing courses for people of all ages. Destin’s HarborWalk Adventures Zip Line is known as the most beautiful zip line in the region and you can find parasailing opportunities in just about every beach location.
Dune Lake Paddleboarding
If you’re new to the paddle boarding, there’s no better way to learn than on the calm waters on one of the coastal dunes lake along 30A. Nestled among sea grass-covered knolls, 15 lakes stretch along the 26 miles of coastline from Topsail Hill Preserve State Park to Rosemary Beach and are perfect spot for stand-up paddleboard as well as for kayaking and canoeing!
Bike Along 30A
There’s nothing more memorable that biking along the many trails winding through the ultra-charming towns and beach and lake loops along route 30A. It’s the most popular form of transportation and the easiest way to experience the natural habitats and spectacular scenery of the Gulf Coast. No matter your starting point, there are plenty of places to rent bikes along the trail or rent your bikes by the week for longer tours.
Build a Sandcastle
Book a sandcastle lesson and learn the sand sculpting tips and techniques you’ll need to build a larger than life sandcastle that will impress all your family and friends back home. From Seaside, to Miramar to Fort Walton Beaches, there are several companies offering lessons from some of the world’s top sandcastles masters.
Eat Coastal
30A is home to some of the best seafood restaurants offering some of the freshest coastal cuisine in Florida. Summer is when you’ll find local and regionally-sourced fare at its most abundant with seafood dining options featuring dishes like charred octopus, roasted grouper, plenty of Gulf shrimp, tuna, and, of course, raw, grilled, fried, or steamed oysters.
Sit Around a Sunset Bonfire
Your summer vacation on 30A is not complete without a sunset bonfire on the beach. You can build one yourself of have it professorially set up for a special event with family and friends. They’ll take care of the permitting, setup, cleanup and can also supply local barbecue or seafood options, as well as games to keep everyone entertained.
Whether you’re travelling solo or with family, LovetoStay30A can customize your summer vacation stay and experience. At Live Well 30A we provide full service concierge services to anything and everything you could imagine including all of the great summer activities listed here. Let us help you plan and book your most memorable summer vacation yet!
Located along the north western coastal stretch of Florida’s Panhandle, the seaside villages, towns and resort communities along scenic highway 30A are some of the state’s most charming places to visit. These 16 beach communities of South Walton county are linked by route 30A, running approximately 24 miles from Destin to Panama City, and each with its own unique Gulf Coast History.
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you know that no great dinner is truly complete without a delicious dessert. Rosemary Beach, Seaside and the other great stops along 30A are full of decadent delights to indulge in. From homemade ice cream to specialty chocolates, ride the sugar high wave during your next visit or hop from restaurant to restaurant enjoying the best desserts 30A has to offer.
During the COVID-19 quarantine, restaurants around the country are pivoting to meet their customers’ new needs. From online ordering to contactless delivery, more and more places are finding new ways to stay in business and adjust to the new normal. While takeout food orders and grab and go places were always a 30A staple because beachgoers love a quick pick up, they’ve found a renewed popularity as quarantiners experience serious kitchen burnout.
If you’re visiting 30A in late October pack your costume, and be part of 30A’s line-up of spooktacular events for the whole family, adults only, and your feline family members this Halloween season!
Renowned for their large stretches of gorgeous white sandy beaches, emerald-green waters, coastal dune lakes and top-rated state parks, 30A is also home to a variety of family-friendly activities along it’s scenic route. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed getaway under the sun or a more adventurous outdoor experience, the entire stretch of 30A offers some of the best family vacation spots and fun things to do for all ages.
Florida is full of beautiful beach destinations: Sarasota, the Florida Keys, Cocoa Beach, Delray Beach, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami Beach. But they have nothing on the stunning beaches of 30A. Nestled on the Emerald (West) Coast of Florida, 30A is a scenic Florida highway that hugs a variety of pristine, white sand beaches. 30A communities still have a small-town feel, even in the middle of their busy tourist season. And that’s just one of the many reasons to visit 30A beaches. In this article, we’re going to explore why 30A is the perfect location for your next Florida beach getaway.
