Life’s 2 Short
4.9/5 (146 reviews)
State licensed
46 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States–
Life’s 2 Short
State licensed
4.9/5 (146)
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Angler's Choice
46 Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL, United States
Capt. Alex Short runs trips out of Destin aboard a 26' Worldcat. These waters are known for Snappers and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or bottom fishing. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
These waters are known for Cobia, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Gag Grouper, Kingfish, Sailfish, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. You can expect to do some trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome!
Capt. Alex will provide high end rods and reels for you and your group to use all day comfortably. A wide variety of trolling lures are available for use too.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more. It's recommended to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass.
Make wholesome memories and book a trip with Life's 2 Short!
Capt. Alex Short runs trips out of Destin aboard a 26' Worldcat. These waters are known for Snappers and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or bottom fishing. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
These waters are known for Cobia, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Gag Grouper, Kingfish, Sailfish, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. You can expect to do some trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome!
Capt. Alex will provide high end rods and reels for you and your group to use all day comfortably. A wide variety of trolling lures are available for use too.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more. It's recommended to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass.
Make wholesome memories and book a trip with Life's 2 Short!
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box
Rating
4.9
146 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (225)
What anglers say
96%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish
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Kenny Heitzig
Missouri, US
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Member since 2026
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5.0
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New
Great Family Fishing Trip with Captain Alex!
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf on May 28, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
Captain Alex was fantastic with the kids and made the whole experience fun and enjoyable for everyone. He was very knowledgeable, patient, and worked hard the entire trip trying to get us on fish. We ended up catching several fish and even a bull shark, which was definitely a highlight for the kids! You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time on the water. Highly recommend Captain Alex for a fun family fishing charter!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
May 30, 2026
Thank you Kenny, God bless you and your family!
Preston Paben
Iowa, US
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Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
great fishing trip
4 Hour Trip on March 18, 2026 • 1 adult
i could not ask for an better experience we got to catch bait for our big fishing witch was cool in just its self them to be able to hit fish with the bait we caught and captain Alex is just a cool and down to earth person was easy to talk to and to relate to i would go on another trip with him a 1000 times over again I highly recommend him and you would not be disappointed in yr charter with captain alex he put us on some very good spots but i will say 4 hrs is not enough time i highly recommend to go on 8 hr trip just bc as soon as the fishing gets good then you have to head in but we got put on so many different fish I highly recommend LIFE 2 SHORT AS YOUR FISHING CHARTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
March 19, 2026
I appreciate you and look forward to having you guys back next time!
Luke Winters
Repeat angler
Bloomington, IL, US
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Member since 2025
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2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great time to fish!
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf - 1:00 PM on March 24, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children
Our family took a 5 hour deep sea fishing trip with Alex on the Life’s 2 Short charter. Alex was a great captain and family friendly! He was able to teach us a few things and was excited to see the fish we were catching! His boat was a smooth ride and we were out at sea the whole time! You’ll have a blast! We had plenty of fresh fish we caught and had cooked at a local restaurant. Best fresh fish! Our kids loved every minute on the boat! They loved the cooked fish! We will go back to Alex! Thanks Alex!
Response from Captain
March 26, 2026
I had a blast with your family and am so happy you enjoyed your fresh catch! Looking forward to our next adventure together!
James Mikel
Wisconsin, US
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Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Gets It Done
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf on April 29, 2026 • 2 adults
Puts you on the fish and goes the extra mile for a day of success. Would go again tomorrow if I could. Offshore the red snapper, big grouper, king macs and cobia are within 7 miles of shore. Found the ride time is less than 10% of the total fishing time reserved due to 80ft of water and stacked spots are just a few miles off the beach. A few vermillion snapper and triggers for a well rounded day. thank
you.
Reported catch:
+1
Response from Captain
April 30, 2026
Thank you James, enjoyed having y’all and hope to see you guys next time you’re visiting the Emerald Coast!
Thad Hicks
Geary, OK, US
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Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
May 20, 2026 - 8 Hour Deep Sea Adventure
8 Hour – All In on May 20, 2026 • 2 adults
Not going to find a better person and guide! All around good guy, cares about clients, and makes stuff happen even when the fish might not! Great for familes, couples, and friend groups too!
Will only book with Alex when we come back nect time!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
Thank you Thad, i enjoyed having you guys and congrats on your engagement!!
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2 Hour – Kids First Fish Trip
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - Feb 28 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $444
Entire boat: 2 people
US $444
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour – Trolling Trip
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Feb 28 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $765
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $765
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Mar 15
US $788
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $788
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 15
US $788
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $788
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Shark Trip Special
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Feb 28
US $866
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $866
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Dec 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $888
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $888
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Trip
5 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 15
US $988
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $988
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - May 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,110
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,110
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 15
US $1,188
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,188
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Shark Safari
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
**Captains Choice**AM 6 Hour
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Dec 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,333
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,333
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour – Sunset and Snappers
6 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 14 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,333
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,333
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 15
US $1,588
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,588
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour – All In
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Dec 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,777
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,777
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating
4.9
146 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (225)
What anglers say
96%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish
All reviews (146)
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Kenny Heitzig
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great Family Fishing Trip with Captain Alex!
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf on May 28, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
Captain Alex was fantastic with the kids and made the whole experience fun and enjoyable for everyone. He was very knowledgeable, patient, and worked hard the entire trip trying to get us on fish. We ended up catching several fish and even a bull shark, which was definitely a highlight for the kids! You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time on the water. Highly recommend Captain Alex for a fun family fishing charter!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
May 30, 2026
Thank you Kenny, God bless you and your family!
Preston Paben
Iowa, US
Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
great fishing trip
4 Hour Trip on March 18, 2026 • 1 adult
i could not ask for an better experience we got to catch bait for our big fishing witch was cool in just its self them to be able to hit fish with the bait we caught and captain Alex is just a cool and down to earth person was easy to talk to and to relate to i would go on another trip with him a 1000 times over again I highly recommend him and you would not be disappointed in yr charter with captain alex he put us on some very good spots but i will say 4 hrs is not enough time i highly recommend to go on 8 hr trip just bc as soon as the fishing gets good then you have to head in but we got put on so many different fish I highly recommend LIFE 2 SHORT AS YOUR FISHING CHARTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
March 19, 2026
I appreciate you and look forward to having you guys back next time!
Luke Winters
Repeat angler
Bloomington, IL, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great time to fish!
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf - 1:00 PM on March 24, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children
Our family took a 5 hour deep sea fishing trip with Alex on the Life’s 2 Short charter. Alex was a great captain and family friendly! He was able to teach us a few things and was excited to see the fish we were catching! His boat was a smooth ride and we were out at sea the whole time! You’ll have a blast! We had plenty of fresh fish we caught and had cooked at a local restaurant. Best fresh fish! Our kids loved every minute on the boat! They loved the cooked fish! We will go back to Alex! Thanks Alex!
Response from Captain
March 26, 2026
I had a blast with your family and am so happy you enjoyed your fresh catch! Looking forward to our next adventure together!
James Mikel
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Gets It Done
5 Hour – Deep Sea-Nearshore Gulf on April 29, 2026 • 2 adults
Puts you on the fish and goes the extra mile for a day of success. Would go again tomorrow if I could. Offshore the red snapper, big grouper, king macs and cobia are within 7 miles of shore. Found the ride time is less than 10% of the total fishing time reserved due to 80ft of water and stacked spots are just a few miles off the beach. A few vermillion snapper and triggers for a well rounded day. thank
you.
Reported catch:
+1
Response from Captain
April 30, 2026
Thank you James, enjoyed having y’all and hope to see you guys next time you’re visiting the Emerald Coast!
Thad Hicks
Geary, OK, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
May 20, 2026 - 8 Hour Deep Sea Adventure
8 Hour – All In on May 20, 2026 • 2 adults
Not going to find a better person and guide! All around good guy, cares about clients, and makes stuff happen even when the fish might not! Great for familes, couples, and friend groups too!
Will only book with Alex when we come back nect time!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
Thank you Thad, i enjoyed having you guys and congrats on your engagement!!
FAQs about Life’s 2 Short
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
World Cat
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots