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You'll recognize it the second you see it Seaside is the town they filmed The Truman Show in, and it looks exactly like that. Pastel-colored beach cottages, perfectly planned streets, boutique shops, and some of the most pristine white-sand beaches on the Emerald Coast. But here's the thing it's not just a movie set. People actually live here and the food trucks at the Airstream Row are legitimately some of the best quick bites in the Panhandle. Jamie got a grilled cheese from one of the Airstreams and talked about it for three days straight. Walk the streets, hit the beach, and grab a bite from the food trucks this is 30A at its most charming. Best time: Spring and fall for perfect weather and fewer crowds Cost: Free to explore, parking ~$20/day in season