By Rita L. Sherwood
It’s that time of year again, and what a year it’s been! It’s time to focus on our blessings and, of course, our Christmas shopping, too. The following is a list of some of this year’s local favorites to support some of the hard-hit local businesses in our area. When you support a small business, you support a dream!
Art is for everyone! J. Leon Gallery + Studio, the area’s newest, fine art destination, offers high-end art attainable for anyone on your list as well as ceramics art and wheel-throwing class gift certificates. Or visit the gallery to purchase a special, beautiful piece of artwork from a local artist!
www.jleongallery.com
850-842-3051
Why not gift someone with one of the best experiences right here in our area? A deep-sea fishing excursion on the Destin Princess or Destiny will delight young and old with a memorable adventure and a local catch! From $95/hour per adult for a 4-6 hour excursion.
www.DestinPartyBoatFishing.com
850-837-5088
Give the gift of holiday glow that adds luminosity for a “lit from within” finish. Destin locals are raving over the Beverly Hills Day Spa Ultimate Skin Refiner Facial! This month’s special is a $125 Gift certificate to open on Christmas morning!
BeverlyHillsDaySpa.com
850-654-8544
It’s more fun to ride through your neighborhood with a golf cart from ECCO Motors or Electric Cart Company—the ultimate luxury!
Eccomotors.com | 850-837-2600
Electiccartcompany.com | 850-622-2000
Give the gift of protection with an alarm system from Coastal Protection, commercial or residential. Protect what matters most with one of many packages.
www.coastalprotect.com
850-622-1667
Who could go wrong with a monthly car wash membership from Otto’s Car Wash? Hey, can someone get me this, please? Packages range from $29.98-$54.98 per month.
Ottoscarwash.com
850-974-9994
You’ve seen it—the Destin Helicopter flying high daily. Offer someone the opportunity to see the Gulf by helicopter—a totally different view. You can’t do this just anywhere! Prices range from $49-$89 per person. 10% local discount available.
www.DestinHelicopters.com
850-774-0991
Give the gift of health with recovery services and packages for facials, fat freezing and cryotherapy! Featuring the Emerald Coast Igloo, CRYO850 has the only nitrogen-free Cryotherapy chamber in North FL for performance and recovery, a gift perfect for your health lover! Gift certificates are available and memberships start at $119/month. Use Code: MVPHEALTH
www.cryo850.com
850-279-4145
Hand & Stone Massage is offering a Holiday special—$59.95 one-hour massage or facial—an amazing gift of relaxation and rejuvenation for the person who needs it!
www.handandstonedestin.com
850-462-5603
It’s time for a vacation from Have Travel Memories! How about a 9-Night Caribbean Cruise from $1099 per person, or a 7-Day Alaskan Cruise from $1199 per person.
havetravelmemories.com
850-608-3058
Everyone knows Santa loves our pets! You can show them your holiday spirit, too, with a special gift from What’s Up Dog? There’s top quality brands and diverse training available. Order online. They offer shipping, local delivery and curbside pickup.
www.bestobedience.com
850-420-2894
Not your ordinary furniture consignment, Ava’s Furniture offers many hand-painted and distressed pieces that can spruce up that bland area of your home or hold a new TV!
Avasatticdestin.com
850-424-6767
Erase the signs of aging and enjoy a more youthful face once again this holiday season with Botox and dermal fillers! Gift certificates to Destin Botox are available along with facials and micro needling.
www.destinbotox.com
850-267-0777
Restaurant gift certificates are always a good idea for that special date night or just as a thank you gift. Support our local restaurants like Auston’s, Tequila’s Sports Bar & Grill, Landshark’s Pizza, Island Wing Company, Tailfins Waterfront Grill, Boathouse Oyster Bar, Bric a Brac, La Famiglia or Mi Gente.
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