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Independence Day Events in South Walton

6/27/2018

<p>From a day at the beach to lawn games, fireworks and everything in between, South Walton has you and your family covered for the perfect Independence Day celebration. Here’s our list of suggested events to help you get your Red, White, and Blue on.​&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/independence-day-events-in-south-walton">Read Story</a></p>

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American Airlines Now Serving South Walton

6/8/2018

<p>Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) welcomed inaugural flights for American Airlines today. The event was marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the American Airlines check-in desk, followed by a water cannon salute of the first American Airlines plane to arrive. Passengers were greeted by musical accompaniment from a Ukulele Orchestra and commemorative bags containing information about local vendors, and souvenirs. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/american-airlines-now-serving-south-walton-0">Read Story</a></p>

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June Events in South Walton

6/1/2018

<p>Here's a look at upcoming events in South Walton in June! <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/june-events-in-south-walton">Read Story</a></p>

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Walton County Provides Free Day-Use Admission to State Parks for Second Year

5/30/2018

<p>From now until Labor Day visitors to South Walton can enjoy free day-use admission to Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill State Park. The Walton County Tourist Development Council has covered the cost of entry to increase available parking for beach-goers during the peak visitation season, as well as raise awareness of the variety of eco-tourism activities in the area. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/walton-county-provides-free-day-use-admission-to-state-parks-for-second-year">Read Story&nbsp;</a></p>

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March Tourism Numbers Set New Record in Walton County

5/29/2018

<p>Tourist Development Tax collection showed an impressive 24.74-percent increase in South Walton for March 2018, compared with the previous year. Walton County recorded approximately $2,261,800 in Tourist Development taxes in March. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/march-tourism-numbers-set-new-record-in-walton-county">Read More&nbsp;</a></p>

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Perfect in South Walton Award Winners

5/10/2018

<p>The 2018&nbsp;Perfect in South Walton award-winners were announced last night at an awards reception hosted by Visit South Walton. The Perfect in South Walton Awards are both nominated and voted on by the public. 2018 is the fourth year that the awards have taken place and the first year an awards reception was held. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/perfect-in-south-walton-award-winners">Read Story</a>&nbsp;</p>

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South Walton Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week

5/7/2018

<p>May 6-12 marks the 35<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;Annual National Travel and Tourism Week. In honor of the celebration, Visit South Walton is hosting three tourism-themed events. The first event, taking place on May 8<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;will include workshops for local tourism professionals. The workshops will cover best practices of Public Relations, Social and Digital Marketing, and Hospitality Services.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/south-walton-celebrates-national-travel-and-tourism-week">Read Story</a></p>

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Record TDT Numbers in March 2018

5/4/2018

<p>The Tourist Development Tax collection showed an increase of 24.73-percent in South Walton for March 2018, compared with March of the previous year. Walton County recorded approximately $2,261,800 in Tourist Development taxes in March, a new record. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/record-tdt-numbers-in-march-2018">Read Story&nbsp;</a></p>

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South Walton's Wilds

5/2/2018

<p>Walton County is known for its pristine beaches and turquoise waters but what most visitors don’t know is that over 40 percent of Walton County’s land is preserved land. With four state parks hosting over 200 miles trails, rare coastal dune lakes, and 26 miles of beach, South Walton is the ultimate outdoorsman’s paradise.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/south-waltons-wilds">Read Story</a></p>

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Vote for 2018 Perfect in South Walton Awards

4/30/2018

<p><strong>WALTON COUNTY, Fla. – November, 24, 2017–</strong> Visitors and locals can now vote for their favorite businesses, events and activities in South Walton. The Top 5 nominees from each category will be available to choose your favorite from beginning Friday, November 24. You can vote for your favorite South Walton business, event or activity by going to perfectinsouthwalton.com or the Visit South Walton website. Voting will remain open until December 21. <a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/vote-for-2018-perfect-in-south-walton-awards">Continue Reading</a></p> <p> </p>

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Underwater Museum of Art Announces Launch Party

4/30/2018

<p>On May 10 the&nbsp;<strong>Cultural Arts Alliance</strong>&nbsp;(CAA) and the&nbsp;<strong>South Walton Artificial Reef Association</strong>&nbsp;(SWARA) will host a launch party and press conference featuring the artists and sculptures of the soon to be launched&nbsp;<strong>Underwater Museum of Art</strong>&nbsp;(UMA). The event will take place at Grand Boulevard in conjunction with the opening reception of Arts Quest Fine Arts Festival.​&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/underwater-museum-of-art-announces-launch-party">Read Story&nbsp;</a></p>

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and The Kentucky Derby in South Walton

4/30/2018

<p>May 5<sup>th</sup> is just around the corner and South Walton certainly has its fair share of Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in South Walton with your toes in the sand and a taco in hand!<a href="https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/press/press-releases/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-and-the-kentucky-derby-in-south-walton"> Read Story</a></p>

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