Meet Heidi LoCicero & Peyton LoCicero-Trist
It’s a well-known fact that mother-daughter duos are a force to be reckoned with. The dynamic duo behind The Scout Guide 30A-Destin, editors/owners Peyton LoCicero-Trist and Heidi LoCicero, are living proof. They’re known across the south for having an eye for all things southern, elegant, and personalized. Both are legendary storytellers, creatives, and entrepreneurs, who share a love of championing local and regional businesses, making The Scout Guide the perfect jewel in their crown.
Collectively, Heidi and Peyton’s goal is to provide inspiration and information for living like an “insider,” support and elevate local businesses, celebrated chefs, inspiring entrepreneurs, talented artists, and the area’s movers and the shakers. In their guide, you’ll tag along for a memorable journey exploring what to do, where to go, what to eat, and what not to miss on your next beach getaway.
Peyton has always had her finger firmly planted on the pulse of what’s happening in the community. Peyton graduated from Ole Miss with degrees in journalism and in graphic design. She went on to work as an anchor/reporter for ABC-TV’s Good Morning New Orleans Show. She volunteers for several non-profits and serves as president of the Emerald Coast Ole Miss Rebel Club.
Heidi also began her career in TV before moving on to be a part of the team that re-started the Louisiana Lottery after a 123-year hiatus. She went on to host Louisiana Lottery’s Million Dollar Game Show until 1993. She then opened, Frill Seekers Gifts, in her native-Louisana before expanding to Florida. In 2016 she co-founded Destin High School and serves as the president of the school’s Governing Board.
Whether you’re a local or a guest, Heidi and Peyton are excited for you to dive into the extraordinary places and explore the exceptional businesses along Florida’s Emerald Coast.
Heidi & Peyton’s Favorite Reasons to Visit
Breathtaking Beaches: The 3OA-Destin area, known as The Emerald Coast, has 24 miles of white-quartz sand and world-famous beaches. Think sparkling shades of turquoise green, crystal clear water, lapping upon the soft, sugar white sands of our Gulf of Mexico seashore, as dolphins swim by and seagulls chirp overhead. Each new day will beckon you to take a sunrise walk and sunset stroll, with plenty of fun-in-the-sun sandwiched between the two. This coastal area is where generations of families come to make lifetime memories.
Fishing and Food: Destin, known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” is home to the nation’s largest charter fishing fleet. Sea-to-table dining is a thing here, where you book afishing trip and drop a line and most restaurants will cook what you hook. If your sea legs are abit wobbly, not to worry, you won’t go hungry! This slice of paradise is nestled between the beach and the bay, which means you’ll still have ample opportunities to dine at award-winning, water-front restaurants to enjoy the catch of the day, succulent oysters, and the most delicious tropical beverages along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Complete with a colorful cocktail umbrella, of course!
Explore and Tour: Think sunny and 75! With an average of 343 sunny days per year, and anaverage temperature of 75 degrees, this enviable climate makes the 3OA-Destin area the perfect place to get outside and explore. You’ll discover a coastal wilderness of state parks and forests, as well as nature trails and rare coastal dune lakes, to set your sights on by foot, by kayak, on a paddleboard, or even horseback, all year round. Each season offers festivals and events to enjoy, such as Wine Fests, Art Festivals, Bloody Mary Fest, Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach, Seaside School’s Annual Race, and the Destin Fishing Rodeo, just to name a few.