We blogged a couple months ago about the 7th Annual Mardi Gras on beautiful Okaloosa Island and what do you know we are only a few weeks away!  It’s time to reserve your room(s) for that unforgettable weekend here on the island and what better place than to stay here at The Breakers Condominiums.  It certainly is bitter up north right now and in a few weeks here in Fort Walton Beach we will be having a spectacular time partying in the warm sun and cool ocean breeze.  If you want to experience Mardi Gras like never before, come stay with us!

Here are the details:

WHAT: Mardi Gras parade and festival

WHEN: February 6^th, 2010 (first Saturday) starting @ 11:00am

WHERE: Okaloosa Island, Santa Rosa Blvd. (directly in front of The Breakers!)

WHO: All families and friends are welcome!

COST: Festivity is FREE, DISCOUNTED RATES at The Breakers!

SERVICES/ACTIVITIES:

- Arts and crafts

- Marching bands

- Formal Ball after day festivities

- Elaborate floats

- Shuttles provided for transportation

- Parade judging out front of The Breakers Condominiums

For more information on the event and our discounted rates, give us a call today!

(850) 244-9127

Hello everyone!

We just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! From the friends and families in our condos on Okaloosa Island, to Fort Walton Beach, to Destin, Florida, America, and all the world, we hope you have a hope filled, joyful, and restful celebration. Remember to be thankful for all the freedoms and luxuries we have in this country…and be safe too!

Many blessings to you all!

The Breakers Condominiums

As the nation watched and prepared for the worst this past Monday, November 9th, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, Destin and the surrounding Emerald Coast area were gratefully spared by Hurricane Ida. What started as a category 1-2 hurricane depreciated into a tropical storm by the time it hit the coast and inflicted only minimal damage to the surrounding community, condominiums, and hotels.

The Breakers Condominiums made it through with virtually no damage and was open throughout the hurricane. Escape the snow this holiday season and enjoy sunny days on our white sandy beaches. Give us a call or visit our reservations page online to reserve your room today!

– The Breakers Condominiums

If you are engaged or dreaming of your perfect wedding, The Breakers Condominiums in Fort Walton Beach, FL is your destination!  Located on the beautiful Okaloosa Island featuring white sandy beaches and crystal clear emerald green waters, there is no better place to declare your love to friends and family!

If your family doesn’t live in Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Navarre, Crestview, or the nearby Okaloosa county area and cannot make it to the wedding, fear not for The Breakers Condominiums offers both video production services as well as a beach cam so the ceremony can be viewed live online.

To find out more and see a gallery of past weddings, check out our weddings page here:

The Breakers Condominiums Weddings Page

Stay at The Breakers Condominiums and experience the 7^th Annual Mardi Gras on beautiful Okaloosa Island!  Though we are still some months away, it’s time to start planning for that unforgettable weekend here on the island and make reservations for the Mardi Gras parade and festivities.  While it’s cold and bitter up north in February, here in Fort Walton Beach we will be having a spectacular time partying in the warm sun and cool ocean breeze.  If you want to experience Mardi Gras like never before, come stay with us! 

 Here are the details:

              WHAT:  Mardi Gras parade and festival

WHEN:  February 6^th, 2010 (first Saturday) starting @ 11:00am

WHERE:  Okaloosa Island, Santa Rosa Blvd. (directly in front of The Breakers!)

WHO:  All families and friends are welcome!

COST:  Festivity is FREE, DISCOUNTED RATES at The Breakers!

            SERVICES/ACTIVITIES:

                          -          Arts and crafts

-          Marching bands

-          Formal Ball after day festivities

-          Elaborate floats

-          Shuttles provided for transportation

-          Parade judging out front of The Breakers Condominiums

For more information on the event and our discounted rates, give us a call today!

 (850) 244-9127

Tropical Storm Daniel

Time for a weather update!  As many have heard, Tropical Storm Danny is heading its way to the states though similar to Hurricane Bill it will most likely miss.  It is HIGHLY unlikely that The Breakers Condominiums will be affected by Tropical Storm Danny.  We will keep you updated if the storm decides to head to our beaches.

Planning Your Vacation

As of right now, the greater Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Navarre, and surrounding Emerald Coast area will have a 30% - 40% chance of showers through this weekend (Thursday, Aug 27th - Monday, Aug. 31st).  But, it will be warm (86 degrees) and sunny so come on out!

And again you can track Danny’s path here:  http://www.stormpulse.com/

 Visit our homepage for reservations! 

www.breakersfwb.com

Here at The Breakers Condominiums in Fort Walton Beach, Florida you can experience vacation on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Okaloosa Island.  But, you can also experience the raw power of one of the gulf’s seasonal hurricanes.  We want to make certain that whenever you will be staying with us and for however long that you will have the best experience possible.  Now that we have officially entered Hurricane season with the arrival of “Bill”, we will inform you when these threatening storms may be entering the area.  Unfortunately, the media can offer misleading information and exaggerate the effect and arrival of these storms, we will provide clarity to these reports in order to best serve you.

Hurricane Bill / Tropical Depressions

According to the latest reports, Hurricane Bill is on its way to the east coast and possibly will miss the states entirely.  It is HIGHLY unlikely that The Breakers Condominiums will be affected by Hurricane Bill.  This leaves only tropical depression Ana to pass through which possesses little threat to our beaches. 

 Planning Your Vacation

If you are planning a trip out, take a look at what the weather may be like in Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island:

http://www.weather.com/weather/monthly/32548?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared

Another useful link to track the storms of the gulf is Stormpulse:

http://www.stormpulse.com/

* Please do remember too that we are reporting to the best of the local and national meteorologists knowledge, this information is subject to change

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Breakers of Fort Walton Beach Receives 2009 Best of Fort Walton Beach Award

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement

WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 — Breakers of Fort Walton Beach has been selected for the 2009 Best of Fort Walton Beach Award in the Condominiums category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@us-ca.org
URL: http://www.us-ca.org

Benefits of Purchasing Condominiums

s Buying a condo is a wise investment choice as opposed to renting each time you visit the area.

s Each unit at The Breakers Condominiums has a balcony and direct view overlooking the beautiful Emerald Gulf Coast and beach.

s Your condo can be used as your year-around home.

s You can use your condo as a vacation rental for extra income when you’re not using it.

s You gain the benefits of home ownership with tax write-offs.

s The appreciation of value is faster than purchasing a home in some markets.

s Routine maintenance of all units upholds the entire ambiance, image and upkeep of your unit.

s No landscaping, yard work or lawn maintenance means more relaxation time.

s A condo doesn’t require a huge down payment.

s Purchasing a condo with a swimming pool and any other amenities has higher resale value.

s The Breakers Condominiums offer six elevators, 2 heated, regulation swimming pools and kiddie pools, an exercise room and sauna, regulation tennis courts, meeting and party room, security, smoke detectors in every unit, sailing and beach set ups.

s Reduced energy costs.

s With more people nearby and staff always on the premises, there is an added security benefit to living in a condo.

s Condos are at the forefront of contemporary design.

s Continual upgrades and improvements keep all units up to the latest codes and decor.

s To maximize beachfront living, it makes sense to be in a multi-level building.

s A Breakers Condominium makes a great starter home or retirement home.

FAQ About Condo Living

How does a condo differ from a hotel unit?

A hotel unit is generally an individual room or suite and is owned by the hotel corporation. A condo has separate bedrooms, kitchen and living room and are individually owned and situated in a building with other condo units.

Can I rent out my unit for profit when I’m not using it?

Yes. You can place your unit in the rental program and receive the revenue it generates.

Are there strict guidelines for how I decorate my condominium?

The inside of your condo is entirely yours to personalize in whatever manner you desire. You can furnish it however you wish, although you will need to comply with The Breakers standards package and guidelines that help attract renters to your property. The outside of your unit is maintained by the highly professional maintenance staff of The Breakers Condominiums so that each unit appears uniform and orderly from the outside, thus retaining the beauty and ambience of the area.

Who purchases condos at The Breakers?

Individuals looking for worry-free investments that also tend to enjoy visiting the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Beautiful Okaloosa Island…The most repeated phrase heard on the coast. Okaloosa Island is part of a small fortunate group to be labeled as one of the best beaches in the world. And you wouldn’t guess that this beauty is so accessible. You simply won’t believe until you see it. Then you’ll confirm your beliefs when you touch it; run your hands and feet through the warm, sugar-white, sandy beaches; splash in the emerald green water; lay a blanket near the surf and feel the healing rays and warm breeze blowing a fresh, healthy, salty spray.

But don’t stop there. Experience Beautiful Okaloosa Island with the many activities offered here: Take surfing lessons and cruise into the beach from the waves. Pontoon boats, wave runners and parasailing allow a view of the beautiful island from the vastness of the Gulf. Whether you’re shell hunting or bronzing in the sun, building sand castles or photographing the beauty, this is an escape you’ll return to over and over again. Once you view the newly restored sand dunes with the sea oats swaying in the breeze, you’ll know you’ve arrived at one of the most beautiful locations on earth.

Don’t be surprised if you come upon a wedding party near the water’s edge. This area is known for being the scene of many romantic, remote wedding sites. With the gorgeous Gulf backdrop and the bride and groom shuffling barefoot through the pure white sand and the sun glistening off the water, it is beauty beyond belief and creates the best wedding memories possible. Gazebo’s, archways, pavilions and caterers are all available to create the wedding of your dreams. The Breakers Condominiums will of course be able to provide first class Gulf front luxury accommodations for the wedding party and guests coming into town.

At the end of the day take a stroll on the Island’s picturesque pier and boardwalk featuring nightly entertainment, an abundance of restaurants and shops, and some of the most incredible sunsets ever seen. Or relax on one of the many cruises offered and view the beautiful sunsets from the vastness of the Gulf of Mexico.

Away from the beautiful beaches, enjoy one of the many other breath-taking surrounding features. Take a drive and you will soon be surrounded by stunning moss-draped oak trees, statuesque palm trees and ornamental gardens. For the fisherman in your group, take part in the fabulous deep sea, shark or bay fishing, snappers, groupers, speckled trout and red fish. Both private charters and group charters are available.

Kayaking adventures are offered for beginners or experienced paddlers. Snorkeling instruction is also popular. One of the favorite pastimes for young and old alike is cruising the waterways in search of the fun-loving and fascinating dolphins. The dolphins come in so close to shore that this activity is often experienced right from the beach. Schools, or pods, of dolphins sweep back and forth across the Gulf parallel with the shore. They’re often seen in superpods, groupings of hundreds of dolphins or more traveling together. The dolphins certainly add a surprise of beauty and awe to any vacation day. They’re playful by nature and will often leap above the water surface. As incredibly social creatures, they will also interact playfully with boats and human swimmers.

On the great, beautiful Emerald Coast, you can be assured that each time you return you will encounter the same lovely beaches. This is because more than 60 percent of the beaches are protected by law and the national park areas will remain undeveloped forever. You can always find a stretch of beach to experience in solitude. This, along with the unbelievable, unparalleled beauty of the Panhandle, is what distinguishes us from the rest of the Gulf Coast.