Don't miss the excitement of the Sandestin Wine Festival

Uncork The Fun With More than 600 Wines; Last Chance for Discounted Tickets

DESTIN, FL, April 16 /PRNewswire/ - The countdown is on as the Sandestin Wine Festival quickly approaches. The 24th annual event is scheduled for this April 23-25 in The Village of Baytowne Wharf.

Discounted tickets are available online (www.sandestinwinefestival.com) through Friday, April 23. Entry to the Coast's most popular wine festival can also be purchased "day of" on Saturday and Sunday for a slightly higher cost.

Get ready to uncork some fun in the sun in the beautiful backdrop of the Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The Grand Wine Tasting on April 24 and 25, features more than 600 domestic and international wines. Representatives from more than 80 vineyards, offer a rare opportunity to learn about the finest appellations from all major producing countries in all varieties, styles and price ranges.

Tickets for the Grand Wine Tasting also include entry into the new Culinary Pavilion and a commemorative wine glass.

The Sandestin Wine Festival has received national and regional notoriety as one of the best events on the Gulf Coast. It's been called the "Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals" and "One of the Most Family Friendly Wine Festivals" in the country.

Other festival events include two new Friday Night Seminars that will shine the spotlight on cheeses and whiskeys. For a complete schedule of activities and availability visit www.sandestinwinefestival.com.

To stay steps away from the action, book accommodations at Sandestin by calling (800) 622-1038 or visit www.sandestin.com

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a premier destination resort. Located on Florida's beautiful Emerald Coast, Sandestin is nestled on 2,400 spectacular acres, including seven miles of pristine beach and bay front. The resort features 1,500 accommodations within 30 charming neighborhoods. One of 14 beach communities within the Beaches of South Walton named the top destinations in the world to visit by Frommer's Travel Guide in 2010, Sandestin also features four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, 19 swimming pools, a 98-slip marina, fitness center and spa, and The Village of Baytowne Wharf, the 29-acre village featuring boutique shops, casual and fine dining restaurants and nightlife. Visit www.sandestin.com.

SOURCE Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort