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Endless Summer ... an August post from the SoWal Beaches!

Endless Summer …From movies to license plates to flowers, the term has become a part of our everyday language. The English Definition Dictionary defines Endless Summer as having or seeming to have no end; eternal, or infinite. From the movie of the same name, it...Read more
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Have you ever seen a Sea Turtle?

While you are visiting South Walton, you may have the opportunity to see a nest. We are blessed to share the beach with Sea Turtles and we do our best to love and protect them. We know you will want to help. From May to...Read more
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People say the nicest things about...Moondance!

Another Grayt Vacationer tells us... "Absolutely wonderful experience. From booking, to beach gear, to the place itself, it was an amazing vacation. I've been to the beach and that area many times, including living in PCB for about 3 years, and this was one of...Read more
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Dune Watch

SoWal tells the Dune Watch story! This beach house is the real thing. Read about Dune Watch and a little bit of Grayton Beach history on SoWal.com . We consider SoWal to be the most authentic voice for the 30A community and they always have...Read more
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A Grayt visit to San Antonio, Texas!

A Grayt learning experience! Three representatives of the Grayt Team just returned from the annual Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) International meeting in San Antonio, Texas very excited about the experience. Visiting the historic Alamo Fort and walking along the famed San Antonio River Walk...Read more
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Grayton Beach History

The Story of Grayton Beach is Full of Character and Characters… Here's some Al Capone trivia we bet you never knew! If you walk down one of Grayton Beach’s oyster-shell roads, you may have the feeling things don’t change very fast here. Pine and oak...Read more
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Safety On and Off the Beaches of 30A

With our beaches becoming more and more populated with visitors each year, we thought we’d share some laws, rules and etiquettes that are expected to be followed while vacationing in South Walton. Be aware – Be alert - Be safe! Bicycles Bicycles are a fun...Read more
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Grayton Beach History at Artless Sprite

SoWal features Artless Sprite When the owners of Artless Sprite renovated it, they made it comfy with modern updates and clean design but they didn't change everything. They left the delightful history and character intact. This house is full of stories. Read about it here .Read more
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Complimentary Park Admission

It's official! Per the Walton County Tourism Department, "summer visitors to Walton County will once again be able to enjoy complimentary day-use admission to Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from Memorial Day through Labor Day." It has become an annual...Read more
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Sea Turtles along 30A!

Sea Turtle Nesting Season is May - October Sea turtle nesting season has started. During the months of May through October, endangered sea turtles make their way to South Walton's beaches to build their nests. Later in the summer and in the early fall, the...Read more
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