I am planning a trip to Destin on the week of August 16...it'll be my first time in Florida! A co-worker just got back this past weekend, (she went to Ft. Walton) and she told me it was horrible! She said there was seaweed everywhere as well as dead fish!

I didn't think it would be high tide yet...
As you can see, I'm just a bit apprehensive about my planned trip.
The thing is, I will have to go regardless, because I've already put down the payment for the place I'm staying. On top of that, it is the only time I will be able to even take a vacation.

Can someone please tell me what the beaches are like during mid to late August? The only thing I know is that it'll be hot!
Thanks a bunch!