These handy instructions will help you navigate a drive from nearby states or airports. Wherever you’re coming from, this information will get you where you’re going.

Mileage from Major Cities

Parking

The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center offers plenty of free parking once you’ve arrived. Covered and uncovered spaces are available, including 132 spots in a parking garage. Even better, shuttle-service can be easily arranged to get you to your hotel.

Air Travel

Destin-Fort Walton Beach is serviced by four nearby airports and several major airlines, assuring convenient access to the convention center and all the best beachside attractions.

• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is a short drive away from the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center.

• Destin Airport (DTS) serves private and small charter aircraft and is only moments away.

• Northwest Florida International Airport (ECP) is an hour’s drive to the east near Panama City.

• Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is an hour to the west.

Rental Cars

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is serviced by several major rental car providers. Make a reservation with any of these agencies to get where you’re going.

Shuttles

Whether you’re traveling to a convention center event with colleagues or family, there are many buses, shuttles, taxis, and limousines readily available. Book your rides to and from the airport and convention center as well as around the region to explore all Destin-Fort Walton Beach has to offer.

Where to Stay

Event attendees in need of places to stay in Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida will find a wide variety of accommodations options near the convention center. Choose from hotels, resorts, spacious condominiums and vacation homes with every amenity, as well as scenic campgrounds and RV parks.

What to Pack

Expect sunny skies and warm weather when packing for your conference, meeting or event at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. Even in the winter months of November through February, averages highs range in the mid-60's, with lows bottoming out in the 40s typically at night. So, pack a jacket for the evenings but expect pleasant days. The same can be said for early spring but by mid-April temperatures are in the high-70's during your days and mid-60's at night. The summer, which lasts through October around here, is hot! If you plan to step out and enjoy all the things to do in Destin, Fort Walton Beach or Okaloosa Island, pack shorts and light tops.

You will need a bathing suit year-round, as many accommodations heat their pools during the cooler months and the Gulf warms up enough to swim from May through October. And, no matter when you visit, be sure to pack and wear plenty of sunscreen.