Whether you’re a local who likes to take your boat to dinner or you plan on renting a boat when visiting Perdido, it is helpful to know the difference between our local waterways. Here is a detailed description and a few local suggestions…

     There are several main waterways accessible by boat that lead to the Gulf of Mexico through the major harbor entrance of Perdido Pass in Orange Beach or the harbor entrance of Pensacola Pass. These waterways include Old River, Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), Perdido Bay, Pensacola Bay, Escambia Bay, Perdido River, Styx River, and numerous boat-able canals. To the south of Perdido Key is the Gulf of Mexico, with its white-sand beaches and warm waters. North of Perdido Key is Old River and ICW. Just north of

The Kathy Justice Team is passionate about local businesses and our spotlight this month is Mint Décor! Kathy has been designing and decorating her new beach cottage with a coastal décor theme and has fallen in love with Mint Décor & Design in Orange Beach, Alabama. 

One of Mint Décor’s owners and designer, Ardie Pearce, says “This business was built on integrity, joy and a love for people! When 99% of our customers leave our store laughing and hugging us…then 99% of my dream has been realized.”

The team at Mint believes in a more upscale and sophisticated approach to “Coastal Décor”.  You can visit their unique showroom to see their one-of-a-kind pieces.  The store is filled with rustic, modern, reclaimed and repurposed antiques and

A great way to experience a new place is to find out where the locals hang out. We’ve had our team answer a few questions about the Perdido Key area to give you an idea of what makes this stretch of Florida such a unique place to live and vacation! 

KATHY⇓ 

Favorite local restaurant: Big Fish in Orange Beach! Fresh, quality seafood right off the boat, fabulous sushi, amazing martinis and the world’s best coconut torte!

Best view in Perdido: From my beach cottage with a glass of wine in my hand!

Best beach cocktail: Bushwacker at the Flora Bama! 

Favorite place for a night out? Sunset cruise and dinner at Playa at Sportsman Marina. 

In your opinion, what should be one everyone’s “must-see list” when visiting Perdido? The view from the top