When you vacation on the Emerald Coast, you can expect sun and sand with lots of attractions in the area. There are plenty of Panama City activities on offer in between the sunbathing sessions. You can play a game of volleyball or frisbee on the beach, or take scuba diving lessons.
Perhaps the best cancel policy in the Gulf right now for consumers who are concerned about the oil spill comes from Holiday Isle Properties. This Destin-based property manager features luxury condo and home rentals in the Destin area. Many of the 1BR, 2BR, 3BR and 4BR units are ocean facing, right on the beach. Holiday Isle is offering consumers a Clean Beach Guarantee. Here is their policy:
We get a 3 day forecast every day - if the beaches are closed or the water is deemed unsafe for your arrival then a full refund will be issued. At this time - we have experienced no oil of any type. We posted the video below daily. We will notify everyone immediately if oil is expected to impact their stay. We appreciate everyone’s patience in this regard.
As of Thursday June 10th, there is no oil on the beach in Destin! Here is a YouTube video showing the beautiful clean beach!
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Not much new information today -- May 24th. BP continues to struggle with the timing of their "top kill" approach to stopping the flow of oil The latest estimate is that they will try the procedure on Wednesday May 26th. Of course, this date can change. ONe of the world's top Oil Well sealing experts is confident that the well can be sealed. In addition, it is stil lthe case that the oil is not beaching in Alabama and Florida. The North West Florida beaches are open, clean, free of tarballs or odor and as beautiful as ever. You can read more details about how the beaches are open and the state is monitoring the situation here.
Meanwhile, with the beaches clear and the long Memorial Day weekend approaching, it's a great time to come visit the beautiful beaches of NW Flordia. Please consider supporting the local businesses in NW Florida by rentind a vacation rental or condo or staying in one of our beachfront hotels. You can find great deals in Destin, Ft. Walton, or Panama City. Make your reservation today.
BP claims on its website that its Riser Insertion Tool that was inserted into the leaking pipe over the weekend is now siphoning off 40% (2000 barrels/day) of the leaking oil In addition some oil has entered the "Loop" current and is expected to head south toward the Keys. This is terrible news for the tourism businesses in the Keys. Our thoughts and prayers are wtih them. Moreover, NOAA released its latest forecast [Large file] today and they predict winds from the south east, which means the oil will continue to head north and west into the Delta. Again, our thoughts and prayers go out to those businesses and fishermen impcated.
Here is what has NOT happend. The oil has not moved eastward toward the Florida Panhandle. It has not washed up on beaches in North West Florida. There is no odor and there are no tarballs on Destin, Fort Walton, Panama City Beach or other NW Florida beaches. The beaches are clear and in great shape!
So, we respectfully ask you to consider supporting the local businesses in NW Florida by coming to visit. You can find great deals in Destin, Ft. Walton, or Panama City. Make your reservation today.
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BP seems to be getting closer to stopping the leak. They are not there yet. They are now siphoning off an estimated 40% of the leaking oil and will try two additional efforts to fully contain the spill. In other news, the BP CEO predicted that the oil spill will have only a "very very modest" environmental impact. While there are many fisherman and outdoor enthusaists in Louisiana who might disagree with him, it is the case that there is NO OIL ON THE NW FLORIDA BEACHES. There is no odor and there are no tarballs.
NOAA released its latest forecast [Large file] last night and they predict:
Winds are forecast to be light (5-10 kts) and variable in direction over the next few days before becoming S - SE later this week, and ocean models show a west to southwest flow in the vicinity of the source. With these currents and winds the plume from the source may tend westward towards the Delta, with some of the oil moving west of the Delta. Ocean models indicate that the band of oil sheens along the southern edge of the plume which is in a counterclockwise eddy could enter the northeastern edge of the Loop Current. Monday's overflight indicated a significant amount of oil west of the Delta which could begin to come ashore between Barataria Bay and Timbalier Bay this week.
In simple terms, this means the oil is moving West and South-- AWAY from North West Florida Beaches. This is good news for the residents, businesses and vacationers in North West Florida.
Please consider supporting the local businesses by coming to visit. You can find great deals in Destin, Ft. Walton, or Panama City. Make your reservation today.
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NOAA has updated its 72 hour forecast of where the oil spill is headed. The government agency forecasts that the oil will be heading north-eastward, away from Florida beaches. In fact, the 72 hour forecast states "Onshore winds (currently SE 10-15 kts) are forecast to persist at about 10 kts throughout the weekend". This means that the massive oil slick is headed to the north and east. This is terrible news for the fisherman and residents of Louisianna where it looks like more oil will come onshore. Our thoughts and prayers go out to them. The good news for businesses, residents and tourists to North West Florida is that the oil is moving away from us and the beaches will be clear all weekend. To date, no tarballs have washed ashore and there is no odor or oil on the Florida beaches.
Please consider supporting the local businesses by coming to visit. You can find great deals for this coming weekend in Destin, Ft. Walton, or Panama City. Make your reservation today.
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An expansive New York Picasso exhibit opens at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on April 27. A first of its kind for the museum, Sotheby's and Christie's auction houses are also putting two rare Picassos on the market in early May. One may surpass the current $104.17 million record for a work by the artist. Pablo Picasso is one of the most well known 20th century artists and he co-founded the Cubist movement in the early 1900s.
Celebrate spring and the great outdoors during National Park Week! Beginning today, the nation's 392 parks are waiving their entrance fees. Through Sunday, April 25 the annual event honors the beauty and history of National Parks--and you can experience it all for free! Yellowstone, Bryce Canyon, and Yosemite are just a few of the popular spots that you can take advantage of during the week on a solo trip, a romantic site seeing getaway, or a family adventure.
Finding awesome theme park deals can turn a boring weekend into a special adventure where you spend quality time with your family. Cedar Fair Entertainment is making it easy for you to do just that. The company owns a number of North American theme parks and their 2010 Platinum Pass is an affordable way to bring your inner-circle to all the fun. Year-long passes are $160 for adults and $90 for children and seniors.
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The Destin Gulf is full of activities for families and couples from the amusement parks and fun centers to the restaurants, night life, and shopping. If you are looking to explore the area beyond the tourist areas and indoor travel spots, you can’t miss out on some of these unforgettable sights at the Destin Gulf. This Floridian town has so much more to offer than your every day beach hot spots. You can spend an entire week just exploring the natural features and outdoor entertainment. Whether you are into biking, boating, or just plain taking a stroll through the nature of the Gulf, these ultimate sightseeing spots will enhance your vacation and of course are of little or no cost to you.
