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Charter Boat Destination

Member since August 2017 Destin, United States
Background
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. AJ Nieniec. Its was a perfect addition to the Destination.
Techniques
Bottom fishing for Snapper, grouper, amberjack and triggerfish and trolley for mackeral, mahi and wahoo.

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Destin, United States
Background
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. AJ Nieniec. Its was a perfect addition to the Destination.
Techniques
Bottom fishing for Snapper, grouper, amberjack and triggerfish and trolley for mackeral, mahi and wahoo.
Anglers Choice
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Charter Boat Destination

Federally permitted
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(123 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 Last booking: 15 hours ago
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Trips from US $1,750

Charter Boat Daybreak

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(56 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $1,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 179 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great day of fishing!
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Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Jeff J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing on Destination

VERIFIED   4 Hr Kids Trolling/Shark Fishing on June 10, 2025
My family and I had a wonderful time on the charter boat Destination. Captain Stan and crew were very professional and did...
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Margaret R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Best Fishing Charter Ever Booked!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Summer (PM) on August 9, 2025
Highly recommend this boat!ย  We caught lots of fish, including a 35โ€ red fish!ย  Superb Captain and 2 mates, who worked...
Margaret R. recommends Charter Boat Destination
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Keith H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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2 Years in a Row COBIA KINGS

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ 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...
Keith H. recommends Charter Boat Destination
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Deanna F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day on the water!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nov-Feb on November 15, 2025
Captain Stan and crew did a great job and we had a fantastic time fishing!
Deanna F. recommends Charter Boat Destination
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Jason H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Fall (PM) on October 7, 2025
Exceptional Captain and crew. Kept us on fish whole time!
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