Marcus Pointe Golf Club, another jewel in the crown of Florida’s Emerald Coast, offers exciting challenges with its undulating landscapes and tricky angles. The course’s favorable green fee is bound to charm the most passionate golf enthusiasts. Location: A Slice of Golfing Heaven in Pensacola Marcus Pointe Golf Club is situated in Pensacola, Florida, nestled amidst the idyllic surroundings of Northwest Florida. Its serene location offers a fantastic golf experience and satiates the senses with beautiful scenic views and year-round play. Visit Marcus Pointe Golf Club Located at:  2500 Oak Pointe Dr, Pensacola, FL 32505 Why Golfers Love Marcus Pointe: A Blend of Challenge and Beauty Golfers love Marcus Pointe for its spectacularly designed course, maintaining a perfect balance of being challenging yet fun. The Club offers dramatic elevation changes not usual for this area of Florida. A golfing experience within its serene surroundings, catering to players of all skill levels. I love everything about this course! The views and scenery are perfect! This course has extremely friendly staff, refreshing cooled water containers along the way. Quite inexpensive for the experience! –CHRIS, G. GOOGLE REVIEWS. Marcus Pointe Course Ratings: An Acknowledged Gem Marcus Pointe has continually garnered praise from golfers and esteemed golf publications. It remains a beloved golfing destination with a community rating of 4.1/5 and keeps getting better and glowing reviews praising its well-kept greens and customer service.  And on GolfPass, over the last six months over 90% Recommend golfing here. Course Designer: The Genius of Earl Stone... Read More

January 10, 2024 Alys Beach Job Fair Alys Beach, an entity of EBSCO Industries, is expanding its team and will hold Job Fairs on January 10, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. at 84 Elbow Beach Road, Building 1. Alys Beach offers its employees competitive wages and superior benefits package. Multiple positions are available in the following departments: Guest Services, Security, Food & Beverage, Construction and Commercial Construction. $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS for anyone hired by attending the job fair. If you have any questions, call 850-213-5500. Apply online beforehand at alysbeach.com/careers. However, computers will be available for your use. Nestled on 158 pristine acres along the Gulf of Mexico, Alys Beach is a unique urban project that blends new city planning with old-world charm. Its striking architecture, elegant settings and natural landscapes make it tempting to stop and explore on your way down the east end of Scenic 30A. Alysbeach.com. Friday, January 12, 2024 Nick’s on the Bay Annual Bonfire Come out to Nick’s on the Bay on Friday, January 12th at 5 p.m. for the Annual Bonfire. Enjoy food, drinks and sunset from one of the best views on the bay. DJ Viper will be kicking off the entertainment followed by The Velcro Pygmies.  Don’t miss the local’s favorite outdoor gathering of the year!  NO cover charge. All ages and pets welcome. Come out for some good ol’ fashioned fun with friends. There will be food service inside of the restaurant, an ATM, and a cash bar located on premises. Additional parking... Read More

We have a luxurious ocean view investment property in South Walton Florida on 30A waiting for you… Intoducing 62 Cote D Azur Location: SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459 | Map Link | Price: $3,499,000 Queenie Linderman Local Agent Phone 208-881-8311 Email queenie@30alocal.com MLS#   928099 List Date   07/21/2023 Property Type   Single Family 62 Cote D Azur Details Perhaps it’s time for some change? Owning Real Estate has been a time-tested strategy for building generational wealth and preserving assets. Investing in Real Estate provides diversification, providing many benefits like capital appreciation, rental income and tax advantages. We have a luxurious ocean view investment property in South Walton Florida on 30A waiting for you… We are offering this 7 bedroom, 8 bath home in one of the most desirable vacation areas of Florida. Thank you for visiting… Call, email or fill out the contact form below for more information. Cypress Sunset, built in 2022 is a slice of paradise with deeded beach access just steps away in a 13 home subdivision located in Seagrove Beach and is directly on the north side of scenic Highway 30A, just west of Alys Beach. Seagrove beach lives up to its namesake as a natural paradise with beautiful stretches of sun soaked beach along the Florida Gulf coastline. Seagrove is a hot vacation destination for someone looking for a classic Florida vacation vibe. Nearby shopping, dining, and activities entice you to look at this area for your next 30A rental investment property. This property features a private pool, and is offered as fully furnished. Full/Half Baths • 7 /... Read More

For the past 15 years, the 30A Songwriters Festival has attracted thousands of dedicated live music fans from around the world to hear original songwriters spanning multiple genres perform their songs. The beach resort towns along Scenic Highway 30A on the Gulf of Mexico feature 30 venues presenting over 180 songwriters and 280+ solo, band, and in-the-round performances throughout the weekend of January 12 – 15, 2024. 30A Songwriter Festival 2024 Lineup 30A Songwriters Festival will celebrate its 15th year with performances on the main stage at presenting partner Grand Boulevard’s Town Center in Miramar Beach with headline performances by renowned artists Jeff Tweedy, Elvis Costello & The Imposters, Rosanne Cash, Grace Potter, Rodney Crowell, and KT Tunstall. The festival will also be welcoming the following first-timers to 30A: Kelly Willis, Shannon Whitworth and Woody Platt, Sunny War, Chapel Hart, John Muq, Jack Barksdale, The Pink Stones, David Childers,  Megan Burtt, Rachael Kilgour, Pete Francis, Derek and Katelyn Drye, Matthew Killough, Mike Kinnebrew, Caitlin Cannon, and Bayless Littrell. Returning to perform two shows each throughout the weekend are songwriting legends Rodney Crowell, John Oates, Steve Earle, Matthew Sweet, Mindy Smith, Drivin n Cryin, Aaron Lee Tasjan (with band), Parker Millsap, Peter Yarrow, David Ryan Harris, Shawn Mullis, Robyn Hitchcock, John Fullbright, Black Opry Revue, Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill, Jeffrey Steele, David Lowery (Cracker), Emerson Hart, The Rev. Shawn Amos & The Brotherhood, Mary Gauthier, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Sarah Lee Guthrie, Will Hoge, Chuck Prophet, Florence Dore, Dan Bern and Abe Partridge. We are pleased to announce the following additional... Read More

Advertise With SoWal Life Media Group & SoWal Connections for a full Media presence on 30A & South Walton Beaches to Panama City Beach. Reach. Everyone. In. South Walton. ABOUT THE “LIFE” FAMILY OF COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS SOWAl Life is in Seven community newspapers serve South Walton, Miramar Beach, Destin, Panama City Beach, Fort Walton Beach, […] Read More

Mark your calendars for the Artists of 30A Holiday Artwalk! Saturday, December 2, from 10:00 to 4:00 local artist studios and galleries will be open to tour as we welcome the Christmas season. Participating Artists and Galleries from West to East: Melissa Brown, Kay Richoux & Helene PappasLocal Landscapes, Mixed Media and Handmade Paper Collage143 […] Read More

Savor the Flavor: Unveiling the Best Restaurants on 30A. A Local Foodies Journey Along Florida’s Emerald Coastal Scenic Highway 30A Hidden Gems Near 30A and Just Beyond! Hello, fellow foodies. I have an adventurous spirit today; let’s embark on a flavorful journey packed full of beautiful beach towns and stunning waterfront seaside dining and taste […] Read More