Corvettes from near and far to be showcased for public in the Eighth Annual Vettes at The Village this Saturday October 13

DESTIN, FL, Oct. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - This weekend more than a hundred Corvettes and spectators will enjoy the tradition of seeing late model and custom Corvettes at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

The annual Vettes at The Village event at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin, is scheduled for Saturday, October 13 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m..

"This year's event will take place on the Events Plaza right in the middle of all the action. We're so pleased that year after year the Playground Corvette Club chooses Baytowne Wharf to be a part of this fun and charitable event," said Lanier Motes, special events manager for The Village of Baytowne Wharf.

Vettes at the Village is one of the area's best events for car lovers and is free to attend. For participants, the event requires registration and a fee to compete. www.playgroundcorvetteclub.com  

For people wanting to enjoy the convenience of staying on property where daily amenities and activities provide a memorable experience for all ages, special rates on accommodations are available. Call 866-91-BEACH (mention promo code 22T3WM) or visit www.sandestin.com for details and other special deals.

About Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort was named the # 1 resort on Florida's Emerald Coast. The resort invites guests to a world of 2,400 acres and 30 charming neighborhoods with 1,300 condominiums, villas, town homes and best in Destin hotel accommodations. A member of Visit South Walton and Visit Florida, the resort features: seven-plus miles of beaches and pristine bay front; four championship and resort golf courses; 15 tournament-caliber tennis courts; 19 swimming pools; a 113-slip marina; and fitness center and spa.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf, an architecturally vibrant pedestrian village, is the heart and soul of the resort where guests can enjoy a mix of boutique shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Family-friendly and full of entertainment options, Baytowne features the Adventure Zone with the Florida Gulf Coast's only zipline and Carousel.

Guests and prospective guests are invited to download Sandestin's App for iPhone and Android devices, or become a Facebook Fan or Twitter follower for the latest events and news.

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