Effie Media Room

Global real estate brokerage The Agency has launched a new office in Miramar Beach, Florida, at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, marking its sixth location in the state. Led by Managing Partner Sara Becnel, the office will serve the greater Miramar Beach area, bringing The Agency's renowned luxury services to this sought-after destination. CEO and Founder Mauricio Umansky highlighted the region’s appeal for its vibrant lifestyle and growth potential. With over 130 offices across 12 countries, The Agency continues its rapid global expansion, solidifying its position as a leader in the luxury real estate market.

Hotel Effie, the 250-room boutique hotel located at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, announced today that it has become a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection. As a newly minted member of the Autograph Collection, Hotel Effie enters the brand’s unique portfolio of diverse and dynamic properties, with more than 295 hotels globally.

Hotel Effie was recently awarded four new accolades by VIP Destin Magazine.

Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort announces the appointment of Juan Bochenski as executive chef of Hotel Effie. Bochenski assumes the position immediately, helming the kitchen at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Ovide, and overseeing all aspects of food and beverage operations across the hotel’s four restaurant outlets and in-room dining.

Hotel Effie Sandestin, a distinguished luxury property located within Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, is thrilled to announce its latest partnership with Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). This collaboration is set to redefine luxury experiences and further elevate Hotel Effie's portfolio of exceptional offerings for event and travel enthusiasts.

Hotel Effie, a new luxury property at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has received the coveted AAA Four Diamond designation. This is the first time the property has attained this prestigious honor since its highly anticipated opening in 2021. The award is received in parallel with the 50-year anniversary of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, an experiential mainstay for multigenerational travelers for half a century.