Explore Destin-Fort Walton Beach with Expert Local Advice
The Destin-Fort Walton Beach tourism board has launched a “Mom Chat” to provide visitors with expert local advice.
While the tech world increasingly focuses on chatting with artificial intelligence and robots, the Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL tourism board has introduced a “Mom Chat” feature, offering valuable insights for visitors.
Connect with Local Moms
Travelers seeking to visit the coastal towns, which boast over 20 miles of sandy beaches, can access the local tourism website to engage in live chats with local moms—referred to as “Online Scouts.” These knowledgeable locals provide recommendations for family-friendly beaches and safe dining options for children with peanut allergies.
Sharing First-Hand Knowledge
As technology has transformed the travel industry, tourism boards and destinations have embraced innovative methods to engage potential visitors beyond traditional guidebooks and brochures. Local moms participating in “Mom Chat” express enthusiasm for sharing their firsthand experiences, emphasizing the area’s appeal for families.
Online scout Chelsea Wimberly shared, “As a lifelong local, who is now a mom, I love experiencing the adventures I enjoyed growing up through the eyes of my boys, and now I get to share that with visiting families.” She highlights the privilege of offering safety tips, including her favorite recommendation: using baby powder to easily remove beach sand.
Little Adventures for Families
The “Mom Chat” feature is part of the new “Little Adventures” section on the Destin-Fort Walton Beach tourism website. This resource includes curated vacation guides tailored to families. Parents can select their children’s ages to find activities suited for different age groups. Additional filters allow users to sort activities by duration and budget.
Among the suggested activities are snorkeling with stingrays, dolphin sails, and paddleboarding. Additionally, the tourism board provides video reviews from local kids to assist families in planning their visit.
Recommendations from Local Moms
When iBestTravel inquired about family-friendly beaches, local mom Deborah promptly responded with helpful advice:
“You will be happy to know that ALL of our local beaches are VERY family friendly! One of the best ones is the beach behind the Okaloosa Island Boardwalk. It has playground equipment and some great restaurants and snack shops to enjoy and get out of the sun!”
Recognized as a Top Family Destination
Destin-Fort Walton Beach has also been acknowledged as one of the best family beaches in Florida by iBestTravel, underlining its reputation as a premier destination for family enjoyment.
