Destin has a great beach area near the Jetties.  The jetties are all those rocks that you see fisherman on at sunrise and sunset.  It is located near the Destin Bridge so this location is great for people who are NOT staying on Highway 30a.  This public beach has is pretty huge with lots of dunes in the background.  There aren't a lot of dunes along the beaches besides the state parks and those are roped off.  Also, the sun sets over the water at this location and ONLY this location.  BECAUSE, it's the Destin Pass that leads into the Choctawhatchee Bay ie. Intercoastal Waterway.  It's a nice bonus for me anyhow.  This location has become quite popular over the years so it does tend to be busy but it's big enough we can all usually find good spots.  You'll notice in a picture or two, the yellow flowers.  That is on one side of the dunes away from the water.  A pretty option. :)

Destin Family Beach Photographer