Charter Boat Al-Lin

Destin, Florida
Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

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Harold Staples

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.
Captain Harold is proud owner and operator of a family owned and operated Destin fishing charter business since day one.

Captain Harold’s father, Harold Senior, built his first boat (really just a box) when he was just a few years old, and he sailed it in the New Basin Canal in New Orleans around 1930.

Captain Harold Senior was encouraged and went on to build as many as 30 boats in his lifetime, each one getting larger and larger, with ten of those boats measuring 30 feet plus.

After many of Captain Harold Senior's fantastic boat creations, Captain Harold Senior and Captain Harold Jr built the Al-Lin which is named after Captain Harold’s two children, “AL” for Allen and “LIN” for Lindley.

Captain Harold moved from Biloxi to Destin and started fishing in 1973 and hasn't stopped! Allen and Lindley would ride along as young children and started helping with some of the charters. Allen became a captain at the age of 18.

Captain Harold’s daughter’s children, Gavin and Madison are now enjoying fishing at the ages of 7 and...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Harold Staples

Harold Staples

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.
Captain Harold is proud owner and operator of a family owned and operated Destin fishing charter business since day one.

Captain Harold’s father, Harold Senior, built his first boat (really just a box) when he was just a few years old, and he sailed it in the New Basin Canal in New Orleans around 1930.

Captain Harold Senior was encouraged and went on to build as many as 30 boats in his lifetime, each one getting larger and larger, with ten of those boats measuring 30 feet plus.

After many of Captain Harold Senior's fantastic boat creations, Captain Harold Senior and Captain Harold Jr built the Al-Lin which is named after Captain Harold’s two children, “AL” for Allen and “LIN” for Lindley.

Captain Harold moved from Biloxi to Destin and started fishing in 1973 and hasn't stopped! Allen and Lindley would ride along as young children and started helping with some of the charters. Allen became a captain at the age of 18.

Captain Harold’s daughter’s children, Gavin and Madison are now enjoying fishing at the ages of 7 and
10. Now they go with their “PawPaw” and help out with some of the charter trips. Jace, Captain Harold’s nephew, has been on several trips and now has ‘fishing in his blood’.

Captain Captain Harold says, “We have been very Blessed to make a living from what we love to do!”
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Recent Reviews of Charter Boat Al-Lin

5.0
based on 22 reviews

Greg

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Despite winds at 15+ knots and 6-8ft swells. We caught fish!! Captain was very knowledgeable and his first mate was always busy taking care of our needs.

Greg

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Despite winds at 15+ knots and 6-8ft swells. We caught fish!! Captain was very knowledgeable and his first mate was always busy taking care of our needs.
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MARK

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I have gone on many fishing charters, and this was one of the best. They put us on a lot of fish,definitely worth it!!

MARK

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I have gone on many fishing charters, and this was one of the best. They put us on a lot of fish,definitely worth it!!
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Gary

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Trip was fantastic!! The Captain asked what our goals were and he totally came through - we caught A LOT OF FISH!!! 1st Mate was a great guy, made it a great experience. Looking forward to next year!

Gary

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Trip was fantastic!! The Captain asked what our goals were and he totally came through - we caught A LOT OF FISH!!! 1st Mate was a great guy, made it a great experience. Looking forward to next year!
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Tyler

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These guys were awesome....Dominick was a heck of a first made and cade was awesome to. They both kept us bait3d and got the fish off fast for us. Will definitely be back

Tyler

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These guys were awesome....Dominick was a heck of a first made and cade was awesome to. They both kept us bait3d and got the fish off fast for us. Will definitely be back
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Braxton

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Captain Harold and crew were great. His experience led us to where the fish were biting and we caught many. Dominic and Caden did a great job helping us on our first ever fishing trip

Braxton

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Captain Harold and crew were great. His experience led us to where the fish were biting and we caught many. Dominic and Caden did a great job helping us on our first ever fishing trip
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Scott

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Captain Harold and the boys were great! The day we had scheduled to go out, the weather was not good and Cap't was great about rescheduling for another day. He got us right on the fish! The first mates were fantastic. We had some small kids with us and they handled them wonderfully. We caught our fill of mackerel and snapper and even lost a bunch (our fault) and had a...

Scott

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Captain Harold and the boys were great! The day we had scheduled to go out, the weather was not good and Cap't was great about rescheduling for another day. He got us right on the fish! The first mates were fantastic. We had some small kids with us and they handled them wonderfully. We caught our fill of mackerel and snapper and even lost a bunch (our fault) and had a blast. Highly recommend this boat and crew!
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Tim

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We will definitely book another fishing trip with Harold and crew. He went the extra mile to get us to the good fishing spots. It was our first deep sea fishing experience and they made it easy and we caught our limit!!

Tim

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We will definitely book another fishing trip with Harold and crew. He went the extra mile to get us to the good fishing spots. It was our first deep sea fishing experience and they made it easy and we caught our limit!!
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Samantha

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Harold and his crew were fantastic! Highly recommend. We went with 6 of us, 3 which were kids and they were so patient and helpful for us. Made sure to explain everything, help throughout and made it a great experience all around. We will definitely book with them again next time!

Samantha

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Harold and his crew were fantastic! Highly recommend. We went with 6 of us, 3 which were kids and they were so patient and helpful for us. Made sure to explain everything, help throughout and made it a great experience all around. We will definitely book with them again next time!
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Michelle

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5 stars for Harold and his deck hand Dominique apologizes I probably spelled your name wrong. Caught a lot of fish very friendly. Thank you for taking care of me (I got sick) and more importantly my children they had a blast and that’s what life is all about those memories!!! Will definitely contact again if I’m the area

Michelle

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5 stars for Harold and his deck hand Dominique apologizes I probably spelled your name wrong. Caught a lot of fish very friendly. Thank you for taking care of me (I got sick) and more importantly my children they had a blast and that’s what life is all about those memories!!! Will definitely contact again if I’m the area
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Klaus

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Great trip

Klaus

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Great trip
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Michael

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Capt. Harold and his crew were outstanding. The Al-Lin was the perfect choice for our group of six.

Michael

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Capt. Harold and his crew were outstanding. The Al-Lin was the perfect choice for our group of six.
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Joshua

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We had the best time. Captain Harold and his crew were great and made the trip one to remember. Thanks again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Joshua

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We had the best time. Captain Harold and his crew were great and made the trip one to remember. Thanks again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Lisa

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Capt Harold and his first mate Dominic were fantastic! We will definitely fish with them if we are in the area again. 10/10 day!

Lisa

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Capt Harold and his first mate Dominic were fantastic! We will definitely fish with them if we are in the area again. 10/10 day!
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Michelle

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Capt Harold and the mates Dominique and Cayden were just awesome!! They were very accommodating and always helpful! Capt Harold enaured we caught our limit. It was a great day!!

Michelle

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Capt Harold and the mates Dominique and Cayden were just awesome!! They were very accommodating and always helpful! Capt Harold enaured we caught our limit. It was a great day!!
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Wayne

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Nature didn't give us a calm day ,so we couldn't bottom fish, the Capt. Did take care us and we max out on Spanish mackerel. Had a blast, will do it again

Wayne

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Nature didn't give us a calm day ,so we couldn't bottom fish, the Capt. Did take care us and we max out on Spanish mackerel. Had a blast, will do it again
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James

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Harold was very kind and helpful! Everything we hoped for in a fishing trip, met and exceeded our expectations! Our deck hands, though young, acted as if they had done this for decades! Very professional, kind, and knowledgeable beyond their years. If you're a beginner or expert fisherman, this is the boat for you! Plenty of fish, and choices on what restaurants will cook your catch, recommended by the crew. I only wish we had...

James

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Harold was very kind and helpful! Everything we hoped for in a fishing trip, met and exceeded our expectations! Our deck hands, though young, acted as if they had done this for decades! Very professional, kind, and knowledgeable beyond their years. If you're a beginner or expert fisherman, this is the boat for you! Plenty of fish, and choices on what restaurants will cook your catch, recommended by the crew. I only wish we had a second day with this crew! Harold knew the seas and location of species we wanted! Highly recommend this boat and Crew, first choice when we come back!!
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Steven

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Best time I ever had do tons of bass fishing in indiana. But this took fishing to another level I’m hooked no pun intended. But we go to Destin every year in may and will go out with Captain Harold every time.

Steven

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Best time I ever had do tons of bass fishing in indiana. But this took fishing to another level I’m hooked no pun intended. But we go to Destin every year in may and will go out with Captain Harold every time.
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Eric

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Early morning nearshore private trip, with a total of 4 in our group during the month of September, 2022.
Great experience for everyone in our group. Amazing, knowledge and experienced captain and first mate, well worth the trip. Top notch fishing experience with a resulting "better than anticipated" haul of various types of catches. Would 100 percent recommend! We have every intention of booking this Vessel /Captain sometime again in the...

Eric

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Early morning nearshore private trip, with a total of 4 in our group during the month of September, 2022.
Great experience for everyone in our group. Amazing, knowledge and experienced captain and first mate, well worth the trip. Top notch fishing experience with a resulting "better than anticipated" haul of various types of catches. Would 100 percent recommend! We have every intention of booking this Vessel /Captain sometime again in the
future when we return to the Destin area for holiday.
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Dwane

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The trip was great. The captain shared before we left the dock that the fishing had declined over the past couple of weeks but he would do his best to find them. We ended up with a good day catching 42 keepers. We would reserve with him again.

Dwane

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The trip was great. The captain shared before we left the dock that the fishing had declined over the past couple of weeks but he would do his best to find them. We ended up with a good day catching 42 keepers. We would reserve with him again.
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Kenneth

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He was the best. He out is in the mackerels in a matter of minutes and keep us on them. He was super nice. His deck hand was by far better than I could possibly describe. One of the other boats said he was the king of mackerels and I believe it is true. Loved the experience and opportunity to go fishing with mr Harold

Kenneth

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He was the best. He out is in the mackerels in a matter of minutes and keep us on them. He was super nice. His deck hand was by far better than I could possibly describe. One of the other boats said he was the king of mackerels and I believe it is true. Loved the experience and opportunity to go fishing with mr Harold
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James

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It was great even though we had a little bad weather. The Captain was awesome and put use on fish right when we left. The deck hand was great and helped everyone out and kept us going. I would so use them again and again.

James

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It was great even though we had a little bad weather. The Captain was awesome and put use on fish right when we left. The deck hand was great and helped everyone out and kept us going. I would so use them again and again.
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Douglas

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Harold and Sean were incredible great trip. I’ve been on over 24 offshore trips and Captain Harold by far is the most experienced I have ever gone out with.

Douglas

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Harold and Sean were incredible great trip. I’ve been on over 24 offshore trips and Captain Harold by far is the most experienced I have ever gone out with.
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Potential Target Species

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Amberjack
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Cobia
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Gag Grouper
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Goliath Grouper
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Kingfish
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Mahi Mahi
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Red Snapper
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Sailfish
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Triggerfish
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Not Ideal
Wahoo
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Yellowfin Tuna
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Nearshore

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