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Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
Coastal style, sorted: From Aftco fishing apparel to Patagonia, Chubbies, Columbia, Birkenstock and Xtratuf, Coastal Outfitters is stacked with gear that actually works for Panhandle life, boat days, dock nights, and errand runs.
Skip the beach rut: When the crowds or red tide kick in, Gator Beach is Northwest Florida’s only alligator park, housing 200+ gators at Fudpucker’s with free admission, gator shows, feed-the-gators fun, and those classic baby-gator photo ops that somehow end up on the family Christmas card.
Treat yourself this week: Make this week easy with Grande Vista Bar & Grill, the no-fuss move when you want breakfast that actually hits (think biscuits and gravy) or a laid-back bite later with Gulf flavor like blackened shrimp and tuna bowls, plus cocktails, all with that HarborWalk Village water…
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The five stories Destin readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
Drone photos reveal the extent of destruction caused by Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall near Destin, Florida as a Category 2 storm on Friday.
Full story at usatoday.com ↗
McGuire's Irish Pub in Destin, Florida, has become a legendary restaurant with traditions that are entirely its own.
Full story at southernliving.com ↗
These restaurants have opened so far in 2026 in Okaloosa and Walton counties in Florida.
Full story at nwfdailynews.com ↗
The aftermath of Hurricane Isaias occurred in Alabama and Florida, causing significant impacts including widespread power outages.
Full story at foxweather.com ↗
Hurricane damage has been reported in Destin, Florida, as fallen trees, downed power lines, and widespread power disruptions complicate recovery efforts.
Full story at shorenewsnetwork.com ↗
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