The Panhandle - Florida - page 998

F-105 Thunderchief missile, a Warthog simulator, and a detailed history of Eglin base, the
largest in the US. The museum is about 9 miles northeast of Fort Walton Beach.
Destin Boardwalk & HarborWalk Village MARINA
( 850-424-1232; www.destinboardwalk.com ; 102 Harbor Blvd, Destin)
This tourist mecca of timeshare condos, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and a marina is
worth a stroll, especially if you have kids. Most of the area's tour operators (including
private fishing charters) have kiosks here and there are plenty of activities to enjoy, albeit
at tourist prices.
Southern Star Dolphin Cruises CRUISE
( 850-837-7741; www.dolphin-sstar.com ; 100 Harbor Blvd, Suite A, Destin; adult/child $29/15.50;
9am-6pm Mon-Sat)
This environmentally conscious operator has been sailing for over 20 years, observing the
bottlenose dolphins that live in these temperate waters. Two-hour cruises operate year-
round from an 80ft glass-bottom boat. Check the website for schedules.
ScubaTech DIVING
( 850-837-2822; www.scubatechnwfl.com ; 301 Hwy 98 E; snorkeling from $30, scuba diving from
$90; 9am-4pm)
Take advantage of the region's great diving with this competent outfitter. A four-hour, two-
tank, 58ft to 90ft dive is $90; a complete gear package including fins, mask and snorkel
costs $65. Two-hour snorkeling trips including gear and wetsuit cost $30.
Just Chute Me PARASAILING
( 850-650-4630; www.parasaildestin.com ; 500 Harbor Blvd, Destin; per person from $35;
8am-7pm Feb-Oct)
Calm waters and stunning vistas make the gulf a great place for parasailing. This profes-
sional operator takes beginners into the great blue yonder above to gaze at the great blue
wonder below.
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