Year: 2010

Short Sale: The Lesser of Two Evils

You would think that we had exhausted the short sale dilemma but not hardly as I still get questions each week about whether someone should just walk away or try their hand at short selling their home.  In most cases although it is a test in patience a short sale may be a better option for a seller and sometimes a buyer as well. (will address buyer advantages next week)
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5 Ways You Can Stay Fit and Healthy in Panama City Beach

When it comes to keeping fit and staying in shape, most of us have great intentions. We set ourselves goals such as joining a gym or trying a new diet, or we tell ourselves that starting tomorrow, we will forgo the junk food and replace it with healthier choices. We may even enlist a friend for motivation. Continue reading “5 Ways You Can Stay Fit and Healthy in Panama City Beach” →

8 Spots for Waterfront Dining in Panama City Beach

What could be better than a relaxing and appetizing meal in the company of someone special? How about a gorgeous view of the water to complement the experience? In Panama City Beach, there’s no shortage of beautiful waterfront settings that will turn any meal into a special occasion – check out our guide (in no particular order) to some of the best. Continue reading “8 Spots for Waterfront Dining in Panama City Beach” →

Miracle Strip at Pier Park Now More Than Words

By now we’ve all heard the talk or felt the excitement about Miracle Strip reopening at Pier Park. Up until a few weeks ago, the speculation has proven to be little more than a variance approval, concepts and lots and lots of rumors. In mid December, the Miracle Strip at Pier Park facebook fan page, here if you want to be a fan, announced a completion and opening in March 2010 and, honestly, I was skeptical until a recent visit proved the announced date worthy of all the excitement. Many of the old rides have already been restored and are in the installation process. Ticket prices and annual passes have been set and, as you can imagine, the buzz for preceding the opening is startling.

The progress is so exciting, it almost makes me forget that it is opening during March, better known as Spring Break, the only time of the year that most locals don’t want to go. Still, I for one, will definitely be in line, come April maybe May, to catch a ride on what parts of my youth I thought would never be rebuilt.

2010 Mardi Gras at the BEACH – EXPANDED

You may have noticed that the title of this post is NOT Mardi Gras Parade, rather Mardi Gras at the Beach.  Yes, this is intentional.  This year’s Mardi Gras celebration on Panama City Beach will be much bigger than last year’s celebration.  Instead of a parade and after party, this year the event will span over two days, starting Friday evening and going until midnight Saturday.

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Giant Hole – Fiesta Motel – GONE!

What was a long time landmark in Panama City Beach and quite possibly considered a home away from home for many has now fallen peril to the almighty and deathly bulldozer.  What was once the destination for families and spring breakers alike is now the resting place of mountains of rubble, re-bar and kitchen sinks.

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