Things to do in Destin when it rains...

Since we have had SOOOOOOO much rain this summer, I'm making a list of fun things to do when it rains...

1. Go bowling. - we have hurricane lanes here in destin with a yummy burger place inside called tucker dukes - I will post a burger picture because it's amazing!!!

Tucker Dukes!

2. There's always Barnes and Noble - read a book, have coffee and some num nums...

3. Fat Daddy's - it's painful for me to write this because I am not an arcade fan, but my kids are and I love that it makes them happy AND the pizza is actually really really good. www.fatdaddyspizza.com remember the Destin location is the only one with the arcade.

4. Destin Commons - only of its just drizzle because full blown out rain is not conducive to outdoor shopping. There's a great playground with restaurants and there is a Starbucks as well as a gorgeous movie theater - oh and of course Bass Pro is there. Lots to do there. www.destincommons.com

5. Okaloosa Island has the boardwalk and the Gulfarium which is worth seeing really. It's not the biggest aquarium, but my kids dig it. www.gulfarium.com

6. Harborwalk at Emerald Grand - lots of little shops along the harbor and great places to eat, an arcade, and a laser vault A little touristy, but hey, when in Rome...

7. Baytownewharf! I dig it - again, it's outside, but if it's not pouring, it works Great food, little shops, zip lines, rock climbing, arcades, mini golf range (for kids), obstacle course, laser guns, ice cream, coffee and music.  www.baytownewharf.com
8. Serenity by the Sea - inside the Hilton at Sandestin for a day at the SPA

9. Pedicures!!! Manicures!!! A great way to spend the day - boys included - I will get back to you with where I recommend, but Four Seasons over by The Fresh Market is a pretty safe bet...

10. Grand Boulevard - more shopping, food and soon to be movies!!!

11. Silversands outlets - food and shopping of course!

12. Sunstations (next door to fat daddy's) has black light mini golf and laser tag.

13. Geocaching - there are a bunch around here and the kids love it - with a bit of our help It's like a grown up treasure hunt. Try www.geocaching.com

14.  Ok now if it is a bad storm or any lightening - this is probably not a great choice, but Big Kahunas - our water park, my kids have been plenty of times in the rain and they will make you get out of the water if there is any lightening in the area and if not you are getting wet anyways - just my 2 cents...