Where should I pursue my career in real estate?

I am graduating from college in about a year. My degree is in Real estate finance. I want to just start off working as a real estate agent, then eventually get my brokers license and start my own business. I live right outside of Birmingham, AL and I want to move away, but I don’t want to be so far to where it’s hard for me to come home and visit my parents. I want to move where real estate is hot and will be for years to come. I was thinking about the Destin, FL area? Anyone have any suggestions of thier own?
I am unsure if I want to do commercial or residential