Family Holidays at Sandestin Resort

Sandestin Resort, in northwest Florida has big numbers: 2400 acres, 7.5 miles of beach and bayfront, 4 golf courses. Three big draws have made Sandestin a magnet on the Emerald Coast: white-sand beach; a marina side, with bay-side activities such as sailing and kayaking; and a picture-perfect village of shops and restaurants.

Families enjoy playgrounds, sailing lessons, kayaking, boogie-boarding, mini-golf... Complimentary amenities include tram service, limited use of bicycles (great way to get around), kids' activities, an hour free rental of canoes, kayaks, boogie boards and tennis court time.

Sandestin has great rates for winter, and a Family Fun Package. Also: plenty of family Holiday Season activities.

Sandestin Resort: Winter Rates and Packages
Rates start at $99 at the Bayside Inn, $146 for new Luau beachside tower, $128/night for a  one-bedroom in the Village of Baytowne Wharf. 

Family Fun Package: two-bedroom Resort Classic accommodation (sleeps 4, or 6 with sleeper sofa),  plus family breakfast buffet.  Winter rates start at $179 and continue to March 1 2007; price is for two adults and two kids under 11. Village Rise & Shine Package: stay in the  Village near quaint shops and eateries; from $147/night including old-fashioned breakfast. Many golf packages available too. See more Sandestin packages.

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Holiday Events and Celebrations

•Nov. 26 2006: Gingerbread Workshop to benefit Toys for Tots, (850) 267- 7579.

•Nov. 24, 26: Holiday Fest, The Market Shops at Sandestin. Meet jolly St. Nick. (850) 267- 8092.

•Nov. 24–Dec 16, Holiday Kick-off Celebration and Nautical Christmas, at the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Holiday movie, Welcome Santa, fireworks, meet St. Nick. (850) 267-8117.

•Nov. 25 2006: Kringle Mingle Breakfast. Kids can have a photo taken with Santa.  (850) 837-9710.

•Nov. 29–Dec. 20: Holiday Concert Series .. (850) 267-8117.

•Dec. 2: Claus & Paws: pets can have photo taken with Santa.  (850) 267- 8092.

• Dec. 9, 16 and 23. Santa Claus, The Market Shops at Sandestin. Strolling Dickens Carolers . (850) 267- 8092.

• Dec. 9, 6 p.m. Baytowne Boat Parade, Baytowne Marina. (850) 267-7777.

•Dec. 30 Destined … for Broadway. Kids learn basic choreography and lyrics to a Broadway musical.. (850) 267-8117.

•Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Cruise, The Baytowne Marina.  (850) 267- 7777.

•Dec. 31,  Rockin' New Year's, The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Performers and fireworks. (850) 267-8117.

For more information about special events at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, call 850/267-7140 or visit www.sandestin.com/specialevents.

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