An unparalleled 4 day gala

November 6-9, 2008. This 4 day extravaganza will be held in Northwest Florida's gulf coast, which is blessed with pristine white sand beaches and emerald colored waters. It’s also home to a world class resort community where the residents sport a casual and relaxed attitude but are obsessed with great wine, great food, and philanthropy. This event is hosted by The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, Coastal Vision 3000 - THE Beach and the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce. This event coinsides with the Seeing Red Wine Festival in Seaisde, Florida and features the Saturday event specifically.

Thursday, November 6, 2008 VIP Reception Emerald Grande 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008 International Wine & Food Experience Pier Park, Panama City Beach 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $75.00 per ticket Saturday, November 8, 2008 Seeing Red Wine Festival Seaside 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. $100 per ticket Telluride MountainFilm WaterColor Showtimes are 7-10pm & gates open at 6pm $25 per person for one night and $40 per person for two nights "Winemaker & Shakers" Dinners Area Restaurants 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $150 per ticket Sunday, November 9, 2008 Rosemary Beach Jazz Brunch Rosemary Beach 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $50 per ticket Taste of THE Beach & Charity Auction Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. $150 per ticket

Click here for event & sponsorship information

Check back for more information soon!

Posted on 07/23/08

The View Everyone Loves

Coastal Living honors Seaside, Florida's classic roofscape on the July 2008 issue!
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posted 7/8/8

Flower Magazine, Summer 2008

Check out the feature story about a romatic wedding ceremony in Seaside, Florida.
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posted 7/8/8

Are you ready to plan your next visit?

At summer check-in we provide loyal client incentives like:
- Same Time Next Year
- Invitation to Return
- Cottage Ensembles
- Something New Next Time
- Group Meetings = Free Stay
- Dining Promotions

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Posted 07/18/08

Spring 2009

Southern Living Magazine was recently in the town of Seaside, Florida taking pictures of the roofscape during sunset for an article about the beach region and the Inn by the Sea, Vera Bradley. Be sure to watch for the spring issue to read all about the great locations in Seaside, Florida. -Meg McKinney, Staff photographer pictured.

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Posted 07/22/08

Reservations Accepted

Seaside Florida's lovely Inn by the Sea, Vera Bradley is open for lunch. The quaint dining room offers private breakfast to overnight guests and now the public is invited to enjoy the lunch menu and Southern Hospitality from 11am to 2pm. Open five days a week, Tuesday through Saturday. Lunch Menu The Inn is one block removed from Town Center on Seaside Ave. [formerly Josephine's Bed & Breakfast]

850-231-1094 -posted 4/16/08

Return to Prominence

Renovated for 2008! Fun, Funk, Comfort, Color and all in Seaside, Florida.
Check out the News Release

800.277.8696 reservations -posted 4/29/08

Keep It Green, Keep It Local, Keep it Organic

Every Saturday 8am until 12 noon, on Scenic 30-A, next to the Raw & Juicy Airstream.
And if you know of any farmers, bakers, cheese makers, flower growers, coffee roasters, grape growers, fish catchers, berry pickers, goat owners, oil fusionists, preserve melt-it-downififts, and any other food lover send them our direction!
Ask For: Jenifer Kuntz
Raw & Juicy Bar - Juice for a Peaceful Revolution
303-819-6725, 850-231-0043

posted 6/10/8

National Magazine in Seaside, Florida

Southern Living’s sister magazine Coastal Living was recently in the town of Seaside, Florida writing an article about the newly renovated Motorcourts. These quaint studio units offer nine rooms with a pleasing blend of color and comfort for that perfect vacation. Located in the heart of Seaside, they are just steps away from shopping and dining at the town center and the sugar white beaches of Northwest Florida. Be on the look out for Coastal Living article in the fall. Additional Photo

Posted 06/24/08

State of the Art International

Permitting is complete and construction is underway on the new Panama City International Airport. Projected to open late in 2009, this facility will be among North America's largest and most advanced facility. The new location is approximately 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of South Walton which will bring convenience, value, efficiency and access to folks around the world. What once used to be all day travel will be reduced to a few hours resulting in more time in paradise on upcoming visits.

-posted 6/2/8

First Edition - 2008

The new custom publication is now available! This is the first ever magazine to feature life on Scenic 30-A and every wonderful place for your next visit. Brought to you by numerous local merchants and the Cottage Rental Agency. Pick one up today at Central Square Records, Modica Market, the Front Desk in Seaside, local visitor centers and watch for it soon at Books A Million and Joe Mugs throughout the Southeast. US $6.48

800.277.TOWN www.CottageRentalAgency.com posted 5/6/8

Only the thrid such designated route in Florida

The 28.5 mile corridor has gained state recognition for its scenic and intrinsic resources. Hugging the Gulf of Mexico coastline in Northwest Florida’s Walton County, Scenic 30-A takes you along a breath-taking drive where you will see sugar-white sand beaches and 11 globally rare coastal dune lakes. Scenic 30-A is a tourist attraction of major proportions. An exciting and eclectic mix of hot Caribbean colors and cool, soft pastels, complement a variety of architectural styles, giving each community a unique charm. News Release

posted 5/12/08

Soon to be New York Times Best Seller

In the new book "America at Home" the talent of numerous photographers from around the country is on display. The subjects are all of us. Celebrate the charm of American citizens during their normal days.

This is the latest edition in a series of acclaimed books with the most notable being the New York Times Best Seller "America 24/7". You may have even seen it featured on Oprah!

Click on the image to the left to see sample photos or click here to see the image by David Grunfeld of New Orleans, taken in Seaside Florida near the Savannah Pavilion walkover.

posted 6/26/8

Seaside Feature

Checkout the recent feature about Seaside, Florida and the Inn by the Sea. Story

posted 5/7/8

Regional Destination

Coastal Vision 3000’s mission includes branding the six-county area of Northwest Florida, including Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Bay and Gulf counties, as “THE Beach.” The group, which was founded in 2007, has begun its promotional initiatives, by introducing Mel Ponder as its newly appointed executive director and unveiling plans for a membership campaign.

www.TheBeachFLA.com updated 7/3/8

Beach Getaway

Check out a recent segment on CNBC Power Lunch featuring our community. This clip shows Seaside locations and others that are actually outside of Seaside, Florida and along Scenic Highway 30-A. Our area is feature first followed by several remote locations.
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posted 4/23/8

NEW AIR DATE - JUNE 27 9:30pm EST (8:30pm CST)

The national cable network Country Music Television (CMT) will air a reality-based show recently filmed along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Dubbed CMT’s “Paid Vacation,” the 30-minute episode follows an all-American family deserving of a “break.” The family of six from Murfreesboro, Tenn. were surprised with a once in a lifetime family vacation to Seaside, Florida.

NATIONAL DEBUT June 27, 2008, 9:30pm EST

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revised 6/26/8

National Debut

We are pleased to announce an exciting new project. The long time Seaside, Florida landmark known to many as Josephine's Bed & Breakfast has been entirely remodeled by the creative designers of Vera Bradley. More...


www.InnbytheSeaVB.com or 800.277.8696 -posted 11/15/07

Remodeled and Reopen for 2008!

We are excited to include this stylish Inn among our dynamic selection of vacation properties for 2008. The completely remodeled eleven room landmark will be enjoyed by all with comfortable rooms and an incredible location, being just steps from the Gulf of Mexico. More...

www.CottageRentalAgency.com/Pensione.asp -posted 1/1/8

Seaside Jazz Festival - a journey through jazz

As culmination of the first "Journey Through Jazz" in Seaside, Florida, the Neville Brothers are scheduled to headline on Memorial Day. The inaugural festival features performances from 12 different Jazz groups over two weeks. DAY TICKETS NOW OFFERED $75 for Monday performance. $50 per day for the preceeding Saturday and Sunday. Friday is a Free kick-off concert

May 26, 2008 - posted 3/1/8

A Journey Through Jazz ~ May 16-18 and May 23-26, 2008

Seaside, FL, March 4, 2008- The Merchants of Seaside will give jazz lovers a rare treat this spring, producing not one, but two weekends of top- notch music at the Seaside Jazz Festival: A Journey through Jazz. The festival headliner, The Neville Brothers, will perform May 26 at 6pm.

Tickets for the first weekend cost $100 and provide access to all performances.
R E V I S E D : Holiday Weekend- Friday COMPLIMENTARY. Daily Tickets NOW available - Saturday $50. Sunday $50. Monday $75. The ALL weekend ticket still available at $150. Media Overview or click for FAQ

866-579-5424 - www.SeasideFloridaJazzFestival08.com -posted 3/1/8

Southern Lady Feature

Enjoy this wonderful feature about the new Inn by the Sea.
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posted 3/1/08