The Lowdown on Destin Fishing

Destin, Florida has become a playground for world-class fishing, golfing and resorts. The beaches here are one of the main attractions, as the sands are pristine and white, the water is safe and it has hardly ever overcrowded, which is great for families with children. Destin is located along the Emerald Coast of Florida and has a population of a bit more than 12,000 residents, giving it a small-town appeal. There are warm year-round temperatures that make it a great place for vacationers at any time. The coldest months are from November to February, when temperatures drop to the mid-50s, and the hottest months are June through September, where you will rarely have a day below 79 degrees.

Destin has always been known as a sleepy fishing village and its fish are what help support the residents and keep the tourists flowing here. It is also a powerhouse golf destination offering over 1,100 holes of golf, enough to play a different course everyday for two months straight. Many area courses are of championship quality and are set apart with only a few miles between them. Pro golfers have been known to venture here quite often for a chance to play on the greens of Destin, then drive down the road and play some more.

Fisherman's delight

Vacationers love to come to Destin for many reasons but it is the avid fisherman that just might love it the most. Destin is one of the best places in the world for fishing. Named after the fishing boat captain, Leonard Destin, it is no surprise why the fishing here is so bountiful. There are many well-known catches in Destin that can be made and are available right off the shores, including (but not limited to) billfish, sail fish, white marlin, flounder, bluefish, grouper, wahoo, amber jack, pompano, scamp, trigger fish and snapper. Fishing in Destin is supported from April through December but you can find year-round fishing at Choctawatchee Bay. Destin has been called the "Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village" and all you will need to find out why is a fishing rod, a boat and some live bait.

You can also charter a boat in Destin to go farther out to sea. There are a number of fishing charters available during the season. You can choose to go with a group or charter a private vessel of your own for a day of fishing. One of the best boats to charter for fishing is the Backlash and that is especially true if you are going after amberjack. The Backlash has been known locally as the boat that should be booked each year when the amberjacks are arriving. Amberjacks usually start to bite around late March, so if you want to be one of the first to catch one, then you had better reserve your spot aboard the Backlash in advance. Captain Jason Mikel of the Backlash is very experienced and knows exactly where to find the amberjack, which is usually in 60 to 240 feet of water, but the young of the species can be found in depths of only 30 feet. They love to hide in debris and wrecks, as well as other natural places.

Beginners and pros alike

If you are a beginner fisherman, there is training available to help you get started. For the professional fisherman, many shops can supply you with bait, tackle, gear, rod, reels, line and much more. Destin fishing shops offer some of the best fishing gear in Florida. Fishermen come to Destin from all over to shop for professional fishing gear, and some of the finest, best made and highest quality rods and reels around. Even the tackle here is first-rate and highly recommended for pros and beginners.

The fishing in Destin just might be the best fishing that you will ever encounter. Destin has the best sea fishing and charter boat tours in the world. Beyond the fishing you will also discover that Destin is full of other great elements of life, such as fabulous shopping, excellent restaurants and unique attractions like Dolphin cruises, Big Kahuna Water Park, art galleries and museums. Destin also plays host to several big events and festivals, including the Destin Fishing Rodeo and the Destin Seafood Festival, just additional evidence (if any is needed) that Destin is the best place in the world for fishing.BookIt.com is an online travel company determined and dedicated to becoming the leader in providing travelers with the most intuitive online booking experience full of relevant information, helpful guides and travel tips. Rest assured that BookIt.com is working to provide you with the best online travel experience by offering deeply discounted travel arrangements, the best web interface and fantastic customer service! Find great deals on destin hotels at BookIt.com!