Why should I get a Destin vacation rental? Let's see, how about an average of 344 days of sunshine each year? How about emerald green water? According to readers of the magazine Southern Living, Destin beaches are the best beaches in the south and it ranked as one of the top three favorite family vacation destinations.

Destin vacation rentals offer almost unparalleled access to sport fishing, and has one of the largest fleets of fishing boats in Florida. They host numerous fishing tournaments during the year, so don't be shy about grabbing a pole and heading to the water - you'll be in good company. You can schedule a charter excursion with the Bounty Hunter, the Shamrock II, or Destin Fishing Charters.

Not a die-hard fisherman? Destin vacation rentals put you right next to several of the finest golf courses in the area. A short trip to Sandestin or Regatta Bay is all it takes to find two champion golf courses to spend a day on. At Sandestin you'll find a golf resort that offers four award-winning golf courses, known by many as the best in Florida: Baytowne Golf Club, Burnt Pine Golf Club, Raven Golf Club and The Links Course. All four are championship courses designed by world-renowned architects. In Regatta Bay you'll find courses designed by architect Robert Walker. This first-rate course is dominated by wetlands, and uses bunkering and water hazards and poses challenges for all levels of players.

If you like to be on the water, there's plenty of personal watercraft, boating, sea doo rentals, sailing, and scuba diving to fill your time. You'll have so many options with your Destin vacation rental that you might have to take a day or two and just soak it all in.

If you arrive in March, join the locals at the Wine Festival, or the Billy Bowlegs Festival in May, the Seafood Festival in October, or Holiday Reflections in December.

Your dining options are almost limitless, with seafood, a Bonefish Grill, Destin Chops, and the Blue Pointe to name a few. As an example of what you have to look forward to, the Lucky Snapper overlooks Destin Harbor, right where the charter boats bring in their fresh seafood.

If shopping is your gig, the Destin Commons offers over 50 shops to peruse in addition to the Silver Sands Factory Stores, Destin Harborwalk, the Harborwalk Mall, and Alvin's Island Tropical Department Stores.

If it's not obvious by now, Destin vacation rentals offer something for everyone in one of the most stunning coastlines in the world. Take advantage of it while you can, as the secret is getting out quickly.