press releases
7/28/10 Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.
7/28/10 Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway Visit Beaches of South Walton this Summer
Beaches of South Walton is known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, but there are many reasons that the destination beckons visitors back year after year. For those that have always thought about trying something new, this summer is a great time to check out all of the “beyond the beach” activities that make the destination unique.
7/1/10 Walton County TDC Announces its "Be Beaches of South Walton" Campaign
The Walton County Tourist Development Council (TDC) is proud to announce its national campaign, “Be Beaches of South Walton” in order to overcome the negative effects of the Deepwater Oil Spill. The 30-second television ad and radio segments are part of a 90-day marketing campaign. The ads are being funded by the $1.35 million grant from BP and directed to Walton County by Governor Charlie Crist.
BECampaign.pdf 37.31 kB
7/1/10 Reception for 2010 Artist of the Year – Michael Granberry
A reception for 2010 Artist of the Year, Michael Granberry will be held July 15, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Art of Simple Gallery in Ruskin Place, Seaside, Fla.
AOTY2010Reception.pdf 24.76 kB
6/30/10 New Orleans Saints Head Coach Sean Payton Offers Simple Message to Help Gulf Coast: ‘Keep Visiting’
What can be done to help the many communities along the Gulf Coast impacted by the BP oil spill? According to one prominent and frequent visitor to these communities, the answer is simple: Keep visiting.
SaintsHeadCoach.pdf 26.85 kB
6/30/10 Stewart Receives Award for Customer Service Excellence
The Walton County Tourist Development Council (TDC) is proud to announce Larry Stewart, senior visitor information specialist for the TDC, as the recipient of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) 2010 Torch Award for Customer Service Excellence. The award was created to recognize businesses and individuals who exude high standards when dealing with customers and employees.
StewartReceivesAward.pdf 24.51 kB
6/30/10 Coastal Branch Library to Present Paintings by Racquel Morgan
The Walton County Tourist Development Council (TDC) and Friends of Coastal Branch Library present the July 2010 Art in Public Places exhibit, featuring artist Racquel Morgan. Each month, this partnership brings new, distinct exhibits to the public through displays at the Coastal Branch Library.
CoastalBranchLibrary.pdf 26.52 kB
