ROSEMARY BEACH
W hen I was a kid, my family would make the annual spring break drive to St. Andrew’s State Park in Panama City Beach, Florida, to camp. However, had there been a Rosemary Beach nearby at the time, I’m certain my parents would have had to rethink things. Few places beat Rosemary Beach in charm. It has been compared to many popular European villages, and this unhidden gem of a vacation spot is right here in the good ol’ USA. The place is architecturally
Kitchen, Wild Olives, The Summer Kitchen Café, plus dessert at La Crema are experiences not to be missed. While you’re in the area, George’s at Alys Beach right next door is also worth a visit. The expansive greens of Rosemary Beach welcome groups of family and friends. They are adorned with public art as well as playing host to a weekly farmer’s market. Exploring deeper along the winding streets of Rosemary Beach will reveal a treasure trove of inspired
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architecture, as well as a scattered and delightful collection of sculptures from artists around the world. As the sun goes down, visitors of Rosemary Beach unwind with breathtaking
beautiful and exquisitely designed. This neotraditional beach community mixes New Urbanism — the design style that places everything within a short walk of town
AN IDYLLIC SETTING MEANT FOR THE MOST ROMANTIC GETAWAY YOU CAN DREAM OF.
Views of the Gulf of Mexico and cold cocktails, often at scenic rooftop restaurants, such as Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar and Havana Beach Bar & Grill. Perhaps the best part of Rosemary Beach is how accessible everything is on foot or by bike. A bike rental is the perfect way to explore the area and leave the expensive gas guzzler in the drive. And speaking of drives, Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach are located along the famous coastal Scenic Highway 30A. This two-lane road nestled against Florida’s Gulf Coast is widely considered one of the prettiest drives in the country. Where to stay? Renting one of the many beach homes available is ideal or stay at the iconic Pearl Hotel just steps from the ocean.
center — and West Indies style with pristine white sugar sand beaches, an invigorating town square, and award-winning restaurants with jaw-dropping delicious dining. Rosemary Beach was named one of America’s Most Romantic Small Towns by CNN, which comes as no surprise to anyone who’s wandered its winding paths and cobblestone streets or dined al fresco in its welcoming patios and courtyards. The quaint brick sidewalks on Main Street and throughout the town square are evidence of the creativity and extra investment dedicated to making Rosemary something special. Locally owned shops and boutiques add to the charm, and amazing meals at Edward’s, Cowgirl
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