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Welcome to Sandestin
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is like a world of its own. Some might even say a perfect world. Nestled on 2,400 acres of spectacular beach and bayfront, 8 miles west of Destin, this coastal community features 1,700 accommodations situated within 30 distinctive neighborhoods, providing a diverse range of options for your vacation or business stay.
In our world, you don't have to be a kid to act like one. Indulge in endless resort amenities from four championship golf courses - making it one of the top Florida golf resort, 15 world-class tennis courts, full-service marina, water sports, charter sailing and fishing, boutique, designer and outlet shopping, fine and casual dining, state-of-the-art fitness center, professional salon and day spa, and fun children's programs. Over 7 miles of beach and bayfront make it the choice for those desiring the best of Florida beach resorts. Enjoy every imaginable convenience from resort-wide transportation and 24-hour guest services to a host of complimentary amenities free to you each day of your stay.
It's not like other hotels or resorts. Because it's unlike anything you've ever experienced before. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Off in its own little world.
"One of the ´Top Three Favorite Family Vacation Destinations in the South´ for six years in a row."
-Southern Living
"The dining experience and the atmosphere is second only to the South of France."
-ecityTravel.com
"Number One Beach in America."
-USA Today
For more information on the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort including
photographs and a virtual tour, visit
www.sandestin.com.
Accommodations
GAPA has arranged for discounted rates at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort for this year´s convention. Make your
reservations now and be sure to identify yourself as a GAPA convention participant to take advantage of these special rates.
Sandestin has grouped its 1,700 accommodation offerings into five areas of the resort: Beachfront, Beachside, Village,
Bayside and Dockside. Each of the five neighborhood clusters offers a unique locale for a resort stay as well as a range of
rates to suit your style and fit your budget.
From beach to bay with balconies that give way to golf views and verandas with inviting Village views, whether you have a big
family or there are just a few; with a range of prices, Sandestin has something to suit your taste and fit your needs.
Featuring one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom condominiums (perfect for sharing - all condos have pullout sofas to
accommodate additional guests), villas, town homes, hotel rooms and suites throughout 30 distinct neighborhoods, relax, and
let us make you at home. Rates start at $135 at the Bayside Inn, $179 at the Village, and $205 for a Bayside 1 bedroom condo.
To reserve your room, call 800.320.8115 (reference group ID 21G4S8), or book on-line at www.sandestin.com, or download the
housing request form at www.gapa.net/pdf/summer_convention_housing_form.pdf. If the resort sells out, we will secure group rates at additional properties.
Beaches
The resort is nestled on 2,400 spectacular acres between both the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the quiet shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay. Sandestin's superb natural location makes it a truly unique resort destination. The beach is the best place to have fun in the sun, and with our convenient beachside service you don't have to lose your spot in the sand. For your enjoyment rental of beach chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas is available. Guests may also enjoy one hour free rental of boogie boards and kayaks as well as towels with our compliments. Far from the crowds, Sandestin's quiet beach is a destination unto itself. With more of Sandestin's legendary pampering service, just less people to share it with. Lose yourself here for a day or an entire vacation.
Golf
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort offers the best combination of quality and variety of all Northwest Florida golf resorts. Starting at just $89, Sandestin features four championship courses. Designed by three world-renowned golf course architects, each distinctive course offers players unique and thrilling challenges. Our golf courses make dramatic use of the surrounding landscape, from wetlands to marshes, beach to bay, golfers will delight in every test of skill. Play one or play them all, we guarantee you'll enjoy a golf experience you won't soon forget.
Tennis
Sandestin ia a tennis-lover's dream, complete with 15 world-class courts in hard, natural grass and Hydrogrid clay. The state-of-the-art Tennis Center includes a beautiful Clubhouse and convenient Tennis Shop with the latest styles in tennis apparel. The professional staff keeps active players busy year round with daily activities and a variety of special events. Sandestin has been voted on of the Top 50 U.S. Tennis Resorts by Tennis Magazine, #3 in both the Best Overall Children's Programs and Best Junior Tennis Programs and categories and #16 in the Top 100 Tennis Resorts in the U.S. by Tennis Resorts Online.
Getting Here
Located in the center of the Emerald Coast, Sandestin is serviced by three regional airports: Ft. Walton Beach (VPS - 30 minutes), Panama City Bay County (PFN - 50 minutes), and Pensacola (PNS - 90 minutes) which offer continuous service by 13 major airlines including AirTran, Atlanta Southeast, Continental, Delta, Northwest, and US Air.
Ground travel is easy along primary feeders: U.S. 98, Highways 331 and 85, and Interstate 10.
For travel maps, directions, airport information, or any other information needed, call 800.320.8115 or visit www.sandestin.com.
Once you are here, Sandestin guests can leave their car keys in their room and use their Resort Card to get around by bicycle, tram, water shuttle or Gem car rental.
With Our Compliments
What would a resort stay be without some surprising little extras? At Sandestin we've packaged some wonderful amenities to give you a sampling of our resort. So, please enjoy these free amenities every day of your stay with our compliments.
Free children's activities.
Four hours of free bicycle rental.
One hour free rental of canoes, kayaks and boogie boards.
An hour of free tennis court time.
Free access to the Sandestin Fitness Center.
Free resort-wide tram and water shuttle transportation service.
Free cane fishing poles for the kids to fish our many stocked ponds.
Explore our superb natural location on the spectacular Northwest Florida Gulf Coast. Whether it is our 7.5 miles of beach and bay, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, 98-slip marina with dozens of water sports, 48 retail offerings, 19 dining options (from casual to gourmet), 17 swimming pools or miles of beautiful hiking and bicycle paths, you are sure to find many memorable ways to fill your days and nights. Be sure to plan time to discover our new Village of Baytowne Wharf - a beautiful 28 acre waterfront town center peppered with a collection of unique shops, charming eateries, lively nightclubs and year-round special events.
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Upcoming Conferences:
2008 Summer Convention
July 21-25
Sandestin, Florida
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
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2009 Winter CME Conference
January 21-23
Atlanta, GA
Cobb Galleria Centre
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