For first timers, try a four-hour nearshore charter, but if you want to deep sea fish you will probably need a full day. We booked with Captain Jayson Self on the King of Kings boat, a 38-footer with covered area and a toilet. Captain Jayson & Juan were very helpful and fun to be with. Having a great captain, crew, and a boat with a covered area and toilet makes for a great trip. We caught 35+ fish which also makes for a great charter!

Go out to federal waters if you want to get bigger fish this time of year. Still fun to fish in state waters though, and you might get lucky!

The fish weren’t biting heavily today, but we were able to catch about 2 lbs of fish for dinner.

Try one of the party boats first round out. It's an inexpensive way to get a taste of the area and you have a ton of space to get out of the sun if needed.

Make sure to ask what’s in season and you what you can take home by law..

Go when there haven't been any storms so your trip doesn't get cancelled from the bad weather

Be ready fish are strong and you catch one after another. Trip of a lifetime

The fishing is great when you have a captain who knows what he's doing. Had a great time. Will charter again the next time I'm in Destin

Bring food and drinks. Take motion sickness medication an hour before the trip. Be respectful respected practice is to tip your crew at the end of the trip.

Verify what you are going to catch, I personally thought we would be catching bigger fish. Also fish booker made it nearly impossible to get in touch with the captain prior to our trip.

Charter Into the Blue and Captain Nino with First Mate Caden! They are friendly and fun and so knowledgeable!! On top of their game. Literally you will not be disappointed. Our boys have always wanted to go deep sea fishing and now they are literally “hooked”. And they both say we can ONLY go on this boat with this crew!! A new family tradition!! Thanks Nino and Caden

Find a local who knows the sports and the gear to use. This makes for a very successful and fun time.

If you are booking a charter, read the reviews ! Be open to catching what is in season.

Bring sunglasses, sun screen, hat, loose fitting clothes, and stay hydrated.

I didn’t know what to expect, but it was better than I imagined. We caught fish the entire trip.

Bring lots of sun screen! ? Early morning trips, are better for less choppy water.

Set time aside for an offshore fishing trip while in Destin. It’s worth it.

Check on the water temperature if its too high fishing near shore is not the best unless its early morning or evening but offshore should be anytime in the summer. Usually July through September water temps go up but ask the locals they will tell you.

If it’s a first time, book with a knowledgeable captain to have them share a wealth of information for the most success.

The family had a great time. Although my son would have wanted to fish for a bigger variety of fish. We should have asked more questions at booking. But it was a great experience.