You’ve been working hard all year and now you finally have some free time to get away and relax. The boss has cleared your schedule, the kids are bouncing off the walls, and you’re ready to head for the beach. Continue reading “How to Vacation in Panama City Beach on a Budget”
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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”
New Airport gets New Call Letters, Bye Bye PFN
The Federal Aviation Administration has assigned a new three-letter identifier to the new Northwest Florida Beaches International airport now under construction in West Bay, Florida.
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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.
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.
Tune in to the Battle of the Batons presented by Panama City POPS Orchestra
Panama City Beach and Bay County as a whole is extremely rich when it comes to the arts – did you know that Panama City was recently named number 6 out of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in America? (John Villani, Muit Press, 1997). A favorite on the list of local artistic offerings is the Panama City POPS Orchestra, a non-profit symphony orchestra who have been making sweet music in Bay County since 1996. Formerly the Orchestra of St. Andrew Bay, the Panama City POPS Orchestra is now in its 14th season and is set to enjoy another great year of exciting musical performances blended with the orchestra’s unique, fun style.
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TDC Meeting Agenda for Tuesday
On this week’s Tourist Development Council agenda, the discussion is outlined for a few exciting events of the past and of the near future. They will hear a report from Rober Parrish, from the successful Emerald Coast Cruizin Event and an update on the progress of the planning of this year’s spring-time Sea Breeze Jazz Festival that will be held at Aaron Bessant Park at Pier Park. Last year’s Jass Festival was immensely successful in light of its new venue. They will also hear a presentation from Fahlgren on Creative Concept.
New Airport Aerials Released (you see them here first!) Runway Extension Almost Complete
Well folks, we’ve done it again. You see them here first – new aerials of the new Panama City Airport have been released and they show the runway extension of Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport as almost complete.
Enormous Turnout for New Year's Eve at Pier Park
Definitely smashing the turnout record number from last year, this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration at Pier Park far exceeded expectations for success. Last year’s event was immense, but this year the added elements brought out crowds by the thousands. All through the night, we were continually amazed by the shear numbers of people that were everywhere.
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