Local Activities and Attractions

Navarre Beach "Florida's Moat Relaxing Place"

Navarre Beach Pier
Navarre Beach Pier

Start your journey with the beaches themselves. Navarre Beach offers an uncrowded shoreline where you can relax, soak up the sun, and take refreshing dips in the inviting waters. The soft, white sand and spacious shores make it the perfect spot for a peaceful beach day. invite you to venture to Florida’s Panhandle. Slow down and discover 
the uncrowded and unspoiled natural beauty and 
charm of Navarre Beach.

Here you’ll find a relaxing blend of waterfront beauty and backwoods adventure that begs to be explored on your next Florida vacation.

Discover the pristine shores and vibrant atmosphere of Navarre Beach. Enjoy a coastal haven that offers a blend of natural beauty, marine life, and exciting activities.

https://www.getrelaxing.com

Navarre Family Water Sports

New Ropes Course only 5 minutes from the home!
New Ropes Course only 5 minutes from the home!

Get ready to unleash the ultimate family fun extravaganza at Navarre Family Watersports! From boat rentals to kayak adventures, paddleboarding to waverunners, and so much more, you’ll have an adrenaline-pumping day on the water with guided tours and an abundance of family activities. Or spend time at the Wibit Inflatable Waterpark, where kids, teens, and even adults will have an absolute blast. New at Navarre Family Watersports is there Ropes Course!

Unleash your sense of adventure with our new Ropes Course and Zip Line! Year-round excitement featuring 48 interactive challenges, from rope ladders to bridges to thrilling rope-walks.

https://nfwllc.com

Inflatable Park only 5 minutes from the home!
Inflatable Park only 5 minutes from the home!

Gulf Breeze Zoo

Located just a short drive from Cruz Family Treasure, the Gulf Breeze Zoo offers a unique opportunity to observe and interact with a wide variety of animals from around the world. Open daily from 9am-5pm, it offers a world of captivating wildlife encounters where you can experience a variety of incredible animals in a multitude of ways. Observe them in their natural habitats as you stroll by on a scenic boardwalk or take a ride on the zoo’s safari line train. For a more interactive experience, engage with the animals through unique encounters or participate in animal feedings. This family-friendly zoo is an ideal destination for an educational and enjoyable day trip.

https://www.gbzoo.com

Santa Rosa Gulf National Seashore

A stop on Gulf National Seashore just a few minutes from Pensacola Beach! Opal Beach is relaxing and private. You'll find no hotels or highrises. Just natural Gulf beauty. The boys out here playing catch with the football.

A must do when at Cruz Family Treasure is drive the beautiful Gulf Islands National Seashore of Santa Rosa. You can drive this gorgeous stretch from Navarre Beach to Pensacola Beach. Makes stops along the way at secluded beaches to relax, swim, or float!

Make the beautiful drive you won't regret it and Plan to spend some time in the Pensacola beach area, have dinner there then head back to Cruz Family Treasure to relax for the night.

Opal Beach is located in the Santa Rosa Area of Gulf Islands National Seashore in Florida. Highway 399 is a public highway that runs down the middle of the island, so even though it passes through National Park Service property. There are pay stations at each Opal Beach parking lot, and during the summer and on weekends there should be an attendant on duty. Gulf Islands National Seashore entrance pass to park at Opal Beach, both on the Gulf side and the Santa Rosa Sound side of the island have paid parking areas but also many free parking areas that we always park at. If you have already purchased an entrance pass at another section of the park, it is good here as well (within seven days of purchase).


The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center

Our Vision
To impress upon the community the importance of sea turtle conservation and the preservation of the world’s marine resources for the enjoyment of future generations. We accomplish this through education and hands-on learning experiences and inspire individuals by showing them that one person can make a difference not only locally but also globally.
Our Vision To impress upon the community the importance of sea turtle conservation and the preservation of the world’s marine resources for the enjoyment of future generations. We accomplish this through education and hands-on learning experiences and inspire individuals by showing them that one person can make a difference not only locally but also globally.
The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center (NBSTCC) is a  working conservation and education center open to the public on Navarre Beach, Florida. Founded in 2013 through grassroots community involvement, the NBSTCC's mission is to conserve and protect threatened and endangered sea turtles through community education and partnered research.
As a predominately volunteer-run organization, NBSTCC operates a 2,010-square foot conservation and education center open to the public year-round. Through the doors of the NBSTCC, guests enter the main pool exhibit featuring a 15,000-gallon saltwater pool, home to Sweet Pea, a non-releasable green sea turtle, and Ambassador-in-residence of the NBSTCC. For many guests, Sweet Pea is the first sea turtle they have seen, and her story tells of the dangers and promise that human choices have on this imperiled species.
The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center (NBSTCC) is a working conservation and education center open to the public on Navarre Beach, Florida. Founded in 2013 through grassroots community involvement, the NBSTCC's mission is to conserve and protect threatened and endangered sea turtles through community education and partnered research. As a predominately volunteer-run organization, NBSTCC operates a 2,010-square foot conservation and education center open to the public year-round. Through the doors of the NBSTCC, guests enter the main pool exhibit featuring a 15,000-gallon saltwater pool, home to Sweet Pea, a non-releasable green sea turtle, and Ambassador-in-residence of the NBSTCC. For many guests, Sweet Pea is the first sea turtle they have seen, and her story tells of the dangers and promise that human choices have on this imperiled species.

Destin

Destin, Florida. Known for its white sand beaches, crystal-clear ocean and exceptional fishing, this Panhandle town is the most popular destination on Florida’s Emerald Coast, drawing about 3.6 million visitors each year.

One of the brightest jewels in Destin’s crown is Crab Island, a submerged sandbar in Choctawhatchee Bay, five minutes by boat from Destin Harbor also known as Crab Island Covered in just 1-4 feet of water that’s brilliant turquoise during high tide and clear emerald green the rest of the time, it’s like a four-acre swimming pool where visitors can wade, snorkel, play and relax.
Destin, Florida. Known for its white sand beaches, crystal-clear ocean and exceptional fishing, this Panhandle town is the most popular destination on Florida’s Emerald Coast, drawing about 3.6 million visitors each year. One of the brightest jewels in Destin’s crown is Crab Island, a submerged sandbar in Choctawhatchee Bay, five minutes by boat from Destin Harbor also known as Crab Island Covered in just 1-4 feet of water that’s brilliant turquoise during high tide and clear emerald green the rest of the time, it’s like a four-acre swimming pool where visitors can wade, snorkel, play and relax.

Destin, Florida. Known for its white sand beaches, crystal-clear ocean and exceptional fishing, this Panhandle town is the most popular destination on Florida’s Emerald Coast, drawing about 3.6 million visitors each year.


One of the brightest jewels in Destin’s crown is Crab Island, a submerged sandbar in Choctawhatchee Bay, five minutes by boat from Destin Harbor also known as Crab Island Covered in just 1-4 feet of water that’s brilliant turquoise during high tide and clear emerald green the rest of the time, it’s like a four-acre swimming pool where visitors can wade, snorkel, play and relax.


This beach town is known for its plentiful fishing, challenging golf courses, mouth-watering seafood restaurants, and incredible Gulf views. Destin Florida offers a wide variety of activities including parasailing, water sports, dolphin cruises, aquariums, theme parks, and more.


HarborWalk Village located at 10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541. HarborWalk Village is packed to the brim with a plethora of restaurants, retail boutiques, and activities for the whole family! Bring the family down for some of the best restaurants on the Emerald Coast! Whether you're looking to shop, dine, catch live music, indulge in adult beverages, or attend a special event, we assure you that HarborWalk Village is a must-visit “DESTINination” while in the Destin, Florida area!























One of the biggest draws to Destin, Florida is the abundant and unique retail and boutique shopping options. From visually stunning plazas and boardwalks to spellbinding shopping centers, guests that like to shop are going to find their “happy place” in Destin, Florida! There are so many fantastic shopping options in the area, guests of all ages are sure to find everything they need and even a few trinkets they didn’t know they needed! You can truly “shop till you drop” in Destin, Florida!

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Destin Commons

Welcome to Destin Commons located at 4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL 32541. This unique and bustling shopping center is one of the main shopping areas in the Destin, Florida area. Looking for unique clothing to wear on your evenings out in Destin, or beach gear to hit the boardwalks and harbors in style? Head to Destin Commons they have a diverse collection of retailers sure to accommodate patrons of all different styles and preferences! A few of the main clothing retailers include Lucky Brand Jeans, Forever 21, Justice, All Dressed Up Boutique and more. If you look at the list of clothing retailers, you will see that whether you are a female, male, or child there are plenty of stores that cater to your demographic, Destin Commons also features high-end women’s boutique accessories, jewelry stores, sunglasses shops, and so much more! When you’re in the mood to shop, we recommend visiting Destin Commons!



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Silver Sands Premium Outlets

Welcome to the Silver Sand Premium Outlet located at 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550. This unique, spellbinding outlet center is packed to the brim with all your favorite retailers at AMAZING discounts. One of the most unique things about the Silver Sand Premium Outlet is that their website features a deals page. They do the work for you, just simply go to their website click the deals page and you will see every store in the outlet that is offering a deal and the details of that deal! Are you traveling with children and want to reward them for being so well behaved while on vacation? If so take them to the Disney Outlet and let them pick out a toy, movie, or t-shirt featuring their favorite Disney character! This Outlet conglomerate also features a diverse selection of men’s and women’s clothing including but not limited to Kate Spade NY, Vera Bradley, Eddie Baur, and Jockey. When you are looking for the best deals from all your favorite retailers in the Destin, Florida area, visit Silver Sand premium Outlet!

Beachside Picnics

Ready to take your outdoor gatherings to the next level?  Explore Beachside Picnic's range of picnic packages and find the perfect fit for your next event. Whether you're planning a romantic date, a special celebration, proposal, or a fun-filled outing with friends, they have something for every occasion. Live Like a local – discover their beautiful picnic packages today!


https://www.beachsidepicnics.com/picnics

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Cruz Vacation Rentals
Jennifer Cruz
Navarre Florida
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