Florida's top rated Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort announces 2012 spring deals and developments

Spring to the Beach This Year with Great Offers and Fun for All Ages

DESTIN, FL, Feb. 9, 2012 /CNW/ - Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort today announced its special deals and new features for this upcoming Spring season. Great rates, accommodations and activities make Sandestin synonymous with spring time fun.

For generations Sandestin has been the destination of choice for families and couples wanting to enjoy the beautiful weather, sugar white sand beaches, golf, tennis, biking, spa and all of the other great things to do from the Beach to the Bay.   Voted "Best Resort" by various publications, Sandestin has more than 2,400 acres of deluxe waterfront accommodations, recreational activities and scenic areas to enjoy.

This Spring Sandestin makes it easy by offering flexibility and options for today's time-starved travelers.  Guests have choices between four popular deals:

• A FREE Night with the purchase of four  (promotion code: FREE5)
• 25% off weekly rates for families and individuals who love to soak up the sun and the fun for a full week's getaway (promotion code: WEEKLY)
• 25% Off an advance purchase for guests who know what they want and like to commit 21 days or more in advance of their arrival (promotion code: LOWEST)
• Hot Dates and Rates for people who want to make a last minute decision and are interested in off-peak spring times. (promotion code:  HOT)
• For Golf Enthusiasts:  Save big with Sandestin's golf packages and get a $20 beverage car credit for each golfer through April 15.   Rates start at only $131 per person, per night for a minimum of four golfers.

What's new this year is an expanded children's program and the resort's Club KZ program, providing an opportunity for children to have fun while providing a well deserved break for Mom and/or Dad.   Children can enjoy a fun filled day camp, or a "Kids Night" out on the weekend.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf has also expanded its Adventure Zone, which now includes a Eurobungy, expanded three-level, 50-foot high Ropes Course, Climbing Wall and its trademark Zipline, for guests to have a bird's eye view of the Village and glide over the Lagoon.

Also new in 2012 is the expanded Sandestin Wine Festival on April 28 and 29, which will feature a Mediterranean-themed Food Pavilion and the tasting of more than 100 wines from around the world.

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is different from other destinations because of its wide variety of choices from the Beach or the Bay, for people of any age.  Long standing traditions have included golf on one of Sandsetin's immaculate four championship golf courses,   For individuals who want a special treat of a private club experience, Sandestin guests can enjoy the Burnt Pine Golf Club, with beautiful lockers and dining privileges the day of play. Children can also accompany mom, dad, or any paying adult free on the course at the Baytowne Golf Club any day after 12 noon. Tennis players can enjoy round robins, individual play or tennis lessons with pros that make Sandestin one of the top three resorts in the country for tennis instruction.

For many, the perfect spring break means R&R on Sandestin's beautiful sugar white sand beach, enjoying the resort's full beach services including umbrellas, chairs, YOLO stand up paddle boards, and of course complimentary kayak or boogie board rental. Speaking of complimentary, Sandestin offers its guests four hours of free bicycle rental a day, and for adults free fitness center access.

For complete details on special offers, accommodations and events, visit www.sandestin.com or call 1-866-91-BEACH.

About Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort was named the #1 resort on Florida's Emerald Coast. The resort invites guests to a world of 2,400 acres and 30 charming neighborhoods featuring 1,400 Destin vacation rentals, condominiums, villas, town homes and the best in Destin hotel accommodations. As a member of Visit South Walton, the resort features more than seven miles of beaches and pristine bay front, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, 19 swimming pools, a 98-slip marina, a fitness center and spa, meeting space and The Village of Baytowne Wharf, a pedestrian village with shopping, dining and nightlife.

Guests and prospective guests are invited to download Sandestin's APP for iPhone and Android devices, or become a Facebook Fan at www.facebook.com/Sandestin or a Twitter follower @Sandestin for the latest events and news.

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