Step aboard the Charter Boat Destination for a first-class deep sea fishing experience on one of the finest charter boats in Destin.
The Destination is owned and operated by Capt. Stan Phillips, an experienced and USCG licensed captain who is committed to providing a successful and memorable trip every time out.
The Destination is without question one of the best maintained and well equiped vessels in the Destin fleet. It’s fitted with the latest electronics, safety gear, and fishing tackle. She is USCG approved and has been designed inside and out with your safety, comfort and enjoyment in mind.
In addition to all the fishing gear you need, this boat features a walk-in bathroom, air conditioning, plenty of seating, and a multimedia system. With room for 27 passengers, The Destination is built and equipped to take your family or company on a one of a kind fishing charter!
Capt. Stan draws on his 30+ years of professional experience to make each trip safe and successful. His First Mate is also professional, courteous, hardworking, and knowledgeable. Together, they strive to make each trip a memorable part of your visit to Destin.
Book your trip today and experience the thrill of saltwater fishing aboard a boat you’ll enjoy and with a crew that cares about your experience!
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Charter Boat Destination
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Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
98%
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5 Hour Trip - Summer (PM) on August 6, 2024
As usual, Captain Stan put us on the fish…and when I say put us on them, we had 74 keepers!!! We have now been on the Destination 7 years and every year we can a ton of fish from Red Snapper to Trigger to Vermillion to many others. We had one year where we were forced to take another boat due to too many anglers and it was the complete opposite experience. Never again will we not take the Destination. Justin is also fantastic as the head crew man. Can’t say enough about this boat. If you don’t book this boat over every other option in Destin you’ve been dropped as a baby.
As usual, Captain Stan put us on the fish…and when I say put us on them, we had 74 keepers!!! We have now been on the Destination 7 years and every year we can a ton of fish from Red Snapper to Trigger to Vermillion to many others. We had one year where we were forced to take another boat due to too many anglers and it was the complete opposite experience. Never again will we not take the Destination. Justin is also fantastic as the head crew man. Can’t say enough about this boat. If you don’t...
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6 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 2, 2025
The captain and crew on this boat is amazing! We have booked with them for 2 years in a row and already booked with them again for next year! The boat is clean and big enough to hold your whole family! They are a great, respectful, family friendly crew!
The captain and crew on this boat is amazing! We have booked with them for 2 years in a row and already booked with them again for next year! The boat is clean and big enough to hold your whole family! They are a great, respectful, family friendly crew!
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6 Hour Trip – Spring Break (PM) on March 28, 2025
Took my family of 12 and caught a ton of fish and a shark! Trip my whole family at a nearby restaurant who cooked all the fish we wanted for $10 per person and plenty to bring back to Ohio. Captain put us right on the Fish several times and boat was great for anyone who wanted to go inside and eat / rest or nap.
Took my family of 12 and caught a ton of fish and a shark! Trip my whole family at a nearby restaurant who cooked all the fish we wanted for $10 per person and plenty to bring back to Ohio. Captain put us right on the Fish several times and boat was great for anyone who wanted to go inside and eat / rest or nap.
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6 Hour Trip (2:30-8:30 PM) Summer on July 22, 2025
Stan and his crew were very accommodating for this family of nine and we all had a wonderful time caught fish, couldn’t ask for a better trip.
Stan and his crew were very accommodating for this family of nine and we all had a wonderful time caught fish, couldn’t ask for a better trip.
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6 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 10, 2025
We had the best time and caught so many fish! The boat was top notch. The crew was amazing could not have asked for a better experience!
We had the best time and caught so many fish! The boat was top notch. The crew was amazing could not have asked for a better experience!
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Destin, Florida, United States
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Captain Stan started fishing the waters of Destin in the early 80's when he was a teenager and has held a USCG license since 1991. He earned his degree in Marine Biology from the University of South Alabama, then returned to Destin Harbor where he captained the party boat Emanuel for eight years. He owned and operated the charter boat Sea Winder from 1999 to 2013. Capt. Stan then purchased and refurbished the charter boat Destination which he currently operates. In the Fall of 2022, he purchased the charter boat Daybreak, operated by Capt. Tyler Short. Its was a perfect addition to the Destination.
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Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We fish as close as a few miles to as far offshore as 70+ miles. The longer the trip, the further we travel.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing
Toilet
The Destination has a clean walk-in bathroom with a one touch flushing toilet and freshwater sink.
Air Conditioning
36,000 btu
GPS
Furuno navnet 3D, simrad satelite compass
Fishfinder
Furuno TZT3
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Speakers inside and out
Ice Box
Radar
Furuno TZT3
Rods, reels & tackle
Custom rods, Penn and Shimano reels
Live Bait
Usually fished for on the trip (30 min)
Catch cleaning & filleting
The fish we keep will be cleaned by the first mate once we return to the dock. There is no charge for this service. However, it is customary to tip the mate for all of his hard work to make your trip successful and enjoyable!
First Mate
A tip of 15-20% is customary
Fishing License
The fishing license is covered in the cost of the trip and covers any angler aboard the vessel.
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
We take kids of all ages. They can always take a break in the large air-conditioned cabin.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.