August CAN be one of the best months since it is still summmer, the crowds abate a bit and seaweed should be gone or less than June/July.

You also may be able to eat out and drive without in the interminable lines and traffic jams in August since school starts in early August for many.

Our fave month is October due to cooler nights, no crowds, water still warm enough and usually beautiful weather.

Make sure you pick up 101 Things To Do magazine when you come and plan a day trip to Panama City to check out Schooners, Pineapple Willys and Boatyard. Also, stay and eat early at Captain Andersons while in town.

In Destin you must hit Crab Trap right on the water and for a special meal from a famous chef hit Beach Walk Cafe right on the gulf in Crystal Beach. Osaka is also nearby and has fresh and delectable sushi. Tell 'em all that 101 sent you.