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If you and your loved one are seriously overdue for some time alone together to get away from the distance, the stress of living life apart and everything in between -running away to Gulf County, Florida is always a great option.
From its breathtaking sandy white beaches to its restaurants & music scenes, this beautiful section of the sunshine state offers countless natural attractions, events and experiences for every type of vacationer. Access to kayaking, all types of fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, snorkeling, diving, paddleboarding, ecotouring, boating is no more than 15 minutes away at any given point in the area. You’ll never find beauty quite like this anywhere else.
Did we mention its an absolutely amazing destination to host your Wedding? Uncrowded sandy white beaches, perfect views and the most amazing sunsets! Even the local businesses there are set and ready to provide everything you need to make your special day one to remember. You’ll fall in love with the locals while feeling free and right in the middle of where you want to be.
The months of September through May are prime season for visiting this sweet, southern vacation spot which is why everyone is buzzing about this INCREDIBLE destination! Whether you’re a thrill seeker, or a nature lover the Gulf County concierge program & Adventure Guide can help you plan your adventure and find so much to experience because there’s truly something for everyone!
Here are four of the best reasons to put Gulf County, Florida on YOUR travel bucket list this year:
1. You Can Ride Horses On The Beach
OMG, who would NOT want to try this? When you choose to visit Gulf County horseback riding is one of the many activities that sit just beyond your door. Horseback riding alone is a beautiful activity for couples because its a beautiful way to bond together, but horseback riding on the beach is new experience entirely.
Every couple should try this, it’s so romantic! Imagine riding horseback along a white sandy beach at sunset with dolphins waving hello from the sun-tinted waters. It’s like something from a movie, except totally possible -even the dolphins part. It’s an amazing way to make a beautiful memory together.
2. Shark Fishing Is A Thing!
Maybe you and your special someone are thrill seekers! Looking for the next exciting thing to check off of your bucket list. No horses on the beach for you, SHARK FISHING is more up your alley.
How many people can say they’ve caught a shark? You could! What we love most about this is that you can actually catch and hold an 8-ft tiger shark in your hands just before releasing it back into the water. Perfect photo-op? We think so!
3. Visit A Different Beach Every Day
Gulf County Florida has 244 miles of coastline so you can literally visit a different beach everyday. And every beach has a different vibe, feel and activity for you to try. There’s tons of Beaches you can discover in the Adventure Guide to see which one would be right for you!
Scallop in the bay, go shelling on the tip of the Cape or scoop blue crabs from off the beach. Cook what you catch by the light of a bonfire and enjoy a magical night together every night. There’s so much to do. And because every experience is enjoying a bit of nature, you never have the same adventure twice.
4. Enjoy Your Own Private Island
You spend so much time apart from your loved ones when you’re in a long distance relationship, so why not go the other extreme and enjoy your own private island for a day! Instead of the world keeping you apart from each other, you can tuck yourselves away from the rest of the world and just enjoy YOU there in the moment TOGETHER.
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So, are you ready to start planning your romantic getaway to Gulf County? Visit GCFL’s handy Adventure Guide and tell us in the comments below which of the adventures in the Adventure Guide would you and your loved ones would enjoy taking part in?
Your comment will count as the entry into the giveaway for the $50 American Express Gift Card & we’d love to hear what activities stand out most you you!
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24 comments
The Bay at St Joseph Peninsula State Park looks like a great place to visit. Thanks for the chance
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My kids would love horseback riding on the beach!
Ride Horses On The Beach is perfect to enjoy for my family.
I would love to ride horses on the beach!
We would love to go to the Port St. Joe Marina and would love to take a sunset cruise or go snorkeling through one of the guided tours.
I’d love the Adventure off the Bean Path! We’ve been to Florida a few times, but mostly the “beaten path.” We liked it , and I’m wondering about all the places that are nice to see that you wouldn’t know about unless you have a trip like this!
Adventures off the beaten path sounds interesting.
I would love to do the adventure off the beaten path!!
Horse back riding! Great idea!
We would try the Discover Scuba because it something that we have always wanted to do
Turtles! I’d love to do anything that has to do with them — swim with them, go on turtle walks, etc. They are fascinating creatures!
I’d love to go kayaking in the bay!
Spending the day in Port st. Joe looks amazing!
We would love to take part in the turtle treasure hunt in Cape San Blas! That sounds like such a good, fun time for the whole family.
We would love to look for loggerhead turtles in Cape San Blas. My four year old would love to do something like that. We both love wildlife and this would be a once in a lifetime experience.
We would definitely enjoy the Eco-Adventure with a Bio-Expert!
I know we’d enjoy the Off the Beaten Path Adventure!
I would love to go horseback riding on the beach with my husband!
Being able to stay with my SO on a private island to ourselves would be the most wonderful thing. I’d love to ride horses with him and just watch the sunset as we held hands, sitting on the beach together.
i would absolutely love to go horseback riding on the beach
I’m going to Florida for Spring Break next year so I loved reading the Adventure Guide!! The Adventure off the Beaten Path sounds so like me!! I love the fact that there’s a lake and that you can see all of the wildlife!
I’d really love to explore Joseph Bay. I’ve never been kayak fishing so I think that would be really cool. I love the idea of pedaling instead of paddling
I went to Gulf County last year with my friends and had an amazing time. We didn’t get to do any of the things on the Adventure Guide but the next time I go, I will definitely be trying the “Adventure Off the Beaten Path.”
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