Healing Waves
I’m an avid traveler, which comes with risks—illness being one of them. I’ve come down with COVID-19 four times, usually due to a plane full of coughers or a stagnant theme park queue. My first brush with the virus, though,…
Emerald Coast Magazine - February – March 2026
The Healing Heart of Bali
There’s something magical about Bali. As many of the free spirits who move there can attest, wellness comes naturally in this Indonesian province, evidenced by its profusion of plant-based cuisine, abundance of biophilic design, and deep harmony with the natural…
A Healthy Point of View
Nurturing full-body wellness is not a one-size-fits-all approach. And with the constant changes in health and wellness trends, it can be hard to find practices that fit our needs and lifestyles. In this piece, four contributors from Emerald Coast Magazine…
Riding Life's Waves
During the summer of 2022, Kevin Laliberte, a 41-year-old retired chief master sergeant who served 23 years in the U.S. Air Force, loaded up his truck with surfboards, firewood, and a plan. He was on his way to Grayton Beach…
Dancing Through Life
She is only 9 years old. She progressed to the semifinals of America’s Got Talent at 7. She makes an impact on everyone she meets with her contagious energy and passion for movement. She is Eseniia Mikheeva—an up-and-coming dance star…
The Pirates of the Panhandle
This February, the streets of Panama City and Panama City Beach will once again transform into urban seas where giant floats from local Mardi Gras krewes sail the streets, their pirates, wenches, and dazzling royal courts sending beads and trinkets…
Fit Fashion
With countless ways to exercise by land and sea along the Emerald Coast, paddleboarders to pickleball enthusiasts are seeking the latest and greatest gadgets. From wearable technology to athletic-enhancing accessories, 2026 brings a host of health-oriented, fashion-forward investments. Omorpho G-Vest …
Reveling, Not Restricting
For those who are plant-based or gluten-free, it can be challenging—but ultimately rewarding—to sift through endless restaurant menus and reviews to find the best options for a meal. The best-case scenario: a delicious dish that doesn’t compromise your needs and may…
The Power of Protein
Whether on social media or in the grocery store, you’ve noticed it: Protein is everywhere. It’s now a featured component in all types of foods, from powders to chips to coffee and more. Unlike many food crazes that come and…
Strong Vibes
Take a look inside a local gym, and you will likely see a national trend playing out in real time: more women lifting weights than ever before. In the past decade, a growing number of women have shifted their focus from…
