7-Day Relaxation Itinerary for Destin, Florida

  1. Day 1: Henderson Beach State Park
    10 minutes (4.3 miles) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk

    Spend the day soaking up the sun at this tranquil beach with crystal-clear waters.

  2. Day 2: The Spa at Silver Shells
    6 minutes (2.2 miles) from Henderson Beach State Park

    Relax and pamper yourself with a massage, facial, or body treatment at the luxurious spa.

  3. Day 3: Shopping at Destin Commons
    15 minutes (5.3 miles) from The Spa at Silver Shells

    Browse through upscale shops, boutiques, and restaurants on this outdoor shopping mall.

  4. Day 4: Crab Island
    12 minutes (5.7 miles) from Destin Commons

    Take a boat or rent a paddleboard to this popular sandbar for a day of swimming, floating, and relaxing in the emerald waters.

  5. Day 5: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    15 minutes (6.8 miles) from Crab Island

    Observe marine animals up close, attend animal shows, and interact with dolphins at this marine park.

  6. Day 6: Golfing at Kelly Plantation Golf Club
    14 minutes (6.8 miles) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

    Play a round of golf at this scenic course with panoramic views of the Choctawhatchee Bay.

  7. Day 7: Sunset Cruise
    9 minutes (3.8 miles) from Kelly Plantation Golf Club

    End your trip with a relaxing, romantic sunset cruise and take in the views of the Gulf coast from the water.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Henderson Beach State Park (4 hours, free admission)
  • The Spa at Silver Shells (2 hours, $100+)
  • Destin Commons (3-4 hours, varies)
  • Crab Island (4-5 hours, boat/paddleboard rental)
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park (3-4 hours, $20+ admission)
  • Kelly Plantation Golf Club (4 hours, $100+)
  • Sunset Cruise (1.5-2 hours, $50+)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Around $450+

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby Okaloosa Island or taking a day trip to Panama City Beach or Pensacola. If you have less time, you can skip golfing or the sunset cruise, or combine days 5 and 6 by doing a morning visit to the Gulfarium and an afternoon of golfing.

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