Destin Area Summer Photo Contest Winners Announced

     Destin, FL, Sept. 22 - Three years ago, the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce launched the Destin Area Summer Photo Contest to give area visitors and residents a forum to share their favorite Destin memories.

     “So many people were already sharing their photos and stories with the Chamber,” said Vice President of Communications Elizabeth Spies. “We wanted a way to showcase those photos, which together tell a wonderful story of family traditions, children discovering the beach for the first time, the activity along the harbor, and the natural beauty of the area.”

     During the contest, which ran from Aug. 1 to Sept. 5, 95 photos were entered. Favorite Destin photos and memories were shared by residents in Destin and its surrounding communities, as well as Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. One winner was chosen in each of three contest categories – Family, Beach, and Harbor – along with an overall winner.

     The winners are as follows:
· Overall Winner: Susan Alt of Fort Walton Beach, FL
· Family Category Winner: Amy Hatfield of Bacliff, TX
· Beach Category Winner: Cindy Guzman of Destrehan, LA
· Harbor Category Winner: Linda Holloway of Valparaiso, FL

     All contest winners will receive a Destin prize package, which includes a print by watercolor artist Judy Shillingburg, and will also be featured prominently in the Chamber’s 2009 membership directory. Winners were chosen by the Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff. Click here to view the winners, along with all photos submitted.