South Walton, Florida, is continually recognized as a premier destination that offers an upscale, yet casual place to host conferences.
At a Glance
Located along a 26-mile stretch of sugar-white sand beaches and turquoise water on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, South Walton has beckoned to generations of visitors seeking an upscale and relaxing place to unwind. Imagine planning a meeting steps from beautiful, award-winning beaches and surrounded by gourmet restaurants, boutique shopping and championship golf. Now imagine that meeting is in a modern facility with premium accommodations and exceptional service.
The Perfect Place to Meet
Each year, more meeting planners discover that these 16 unique beach neighborhoods, with more than 15,000 guest rooms, 155,000 square feet of meeting space, year-round great weather and off-the-clock activities make any time an ideal time for meetings and events.
Whether for a 10-person executive retreat or a 1,500-person convention, you’ll find your perfect meeting destination in South Walton. Stay in luxury boutique hotels, full-service resorts, grand beach houses or cozy cottages. Experience a diverse culinary scene at one of more than 200 restaurants. These 16 beach neighborhoods have something to suit each person’s style!
Business + Pleasure
We make planning simple, but we also offer the best of both worlds: business and pleasure. Bring your family and stay a few extra days to discover why TIME Magazine named South Walton “One of the World’s Greatest Places.”
Easy Travel
It’s an easy drive from Atlanta, Birmingham or New Orleans, so your guests will spend less time traveling and more time enjoying the event. South Walton is also conveniently located approximately 35 miles from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL Airport (VPS).
Local Flavor
Award-winning chefs perfectly pair fresh-from-the-Gulf seafood and locally sourced ingredients for memorable, mouth-watering meals.
Don’t Miss
Build team unity by paddleboarding in the Gulf or the Bay, golfing pristine championship courses, touring art galleries or enjoying a wine tasting. Unique outdoor activities are abundant with four state parks, a 15,000-acre forest, 15 rare coastal dune lakes and the Gulf of Mexico.
Learn more at VisitSouthWalton.com/Meetings.
