Panama City Beach Blog Posts

Dreams Come True When You Swim With Dolphins At Gulf World Marine Park

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Beach Loving Music Fans from Around the Globe Converge on Panama City Beach for the 12th Annual Gulf

Monday, April 8, 2024

Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally Rolls into Panama City Beach this Spring for its 26th Spectacular Yea

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Easter Happenings Will Soon Be Hopping on the Gulf Coast!

All along the Alabama and Florida Gulf coasts, communities are getting ready to celebrate Easter with live music, egg hunts, bunny visits, and more â and visitors of all ages are welcome to join in! Following is a list of several Gulf Coast Easter events!

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Top Things To Do in Panama City Beach

Panama City Beaches are famous for soft-white sand and beautiful turquoise water from the Gulf of Mexico.   Pull out your swimsuit and practice your pirate talk! It’s time to start planning your next big adventure in Panama City Beach, Florida. Nestled along 27 pristine miles of white-sand beaches, Panama City Beach is a favorite go-to for

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Beach Loving Music Fans From Around the Globe Converge on Panama City Beach for the 11th Annual Gulf

      If you’re a fan of country music, and America’s favorite beach communities, then you probably already know about Gulf Coast Jam, and how what started as a medium size outdoor music festival has now grown into one of the top three country music festivals in the country. With attendance above the 30,000 mark for the headlining

Friday, May 12, 2023

Make a Splash! --- See some of the coolest pools on the coast!

Welcome to some of the best resort pools on the Gulf Coast!     Let’s face it, even though many of us take a beach vacation because of the beach, there’s a lot to be said for enjoying a long day lounging by a cool pool while sipping an even cooler drink, and watching the ones you love frolic in the soothing waters and warm sun

Friday, January 20, 2023

Subtropical Climate Makes a Getaway to Panama City Beach a Year-Round Event

While Northwest Florida might be best known for the most beautiful sugar-white sand in the world, it is the fantastic weather of places like Panama City Beach that make it a wonderland spot to visit just about any time of year. As part of the “Sunshine State,” there are plenty of the golden rays to go around. In fact, Panama City experiences

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Seabreeze Jazz Festival: Sea Breezes and Smooth Jazz in PCB

Saxophonist Boney James is among the headliners for the 2021 Seabreeze Jazz Festival.   The white sands and emerald waters of  Panama City Beach are the backdrop for the 22nd annual Seabreeze Jazz Festival. The five-day festival, scheduled for April 21-25, 2021, at Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater, has been named one of the Top 10 Jazz Festivals

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally Rolls into Panama City Beach this Fall for its 23rd Spectacular Year

This Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally biker and his dog are all smiles about the biannual event which draws more-than 60,000 bikers.   The Most Biker-Friendly Free Rally in the U.S.   Thousands of bikers will soon be wheeling into Panama City Beach for the Thunder Beach Autumn Motorcycle Rally 2023. The five-day event, founded in 1999, will

Friday, September 18, 2020

Boardwalk Beach Resort Weddings: Say "I Do" on the White Sands in Panama City

Whoever said life is all about the journey rather than the destination clearly did not have a Boardwalk Beach Resort wedding in Panama City. Close your eyes and picture you and your partner, the bridal party, and the groomsmen having fun taking photos while the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico. Think of how much joy it will bring you to relive those

Sunday, August 25, 2019

Boardwalk Beach Resort Weddings: Say “I Do” on the White Sands in Panama City

Whoever said life is all about the journey rather than the destination clearly did not have a Boardwalk Beach Resort wedding in Panama City. Close your eyes and picture you and your partner, the bridal party, and the groomsmen having fun taking photos while the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico. Think of how much joy it will bring you to relive those

Sunday, August 25, 2019

Gulf Coast Fishing in Northwest Florida and Alabama â A Year-Round Affair

Itâs a fact that the sugar-white sands and blue-green waters of the Northwest Florida and Alabama Gulf coasts attract millions of visitors each year. But did you know that these locations also offer some of the best fishing in the world? In fact, the fishing fun is just as bountiful as sunshine here. And you donât have to sign up for a charter and

Thursday, August 16, 2018

Gulf Coast Fishing in Northwest Florida and Alabama – A Year-Round Affair

It’s a fact that the sugar-white sands and blue-green waters of the Northwest Florida and Alabama Gulf coasts attract millions of visitors each year. But did you know that these locations also offer some of the best fishing in the world? In fact, the fishing fun is just as bountiful as sunshine here. And you don’t have to sign up for a

Thursday, August 16, 2018

Travel Insurance: Keep Your Money, Even If You Can’t Keep Your Plans

When given a choice, most of us would opt out of paying for travel insurance. Who wants to spend money to guard against something that most likely won’t happen? Most of us, though, have experienced instances when our plans have gone awry, making us feel like a member of the Griswold family from National Lampoon’s Vacation . That’s when

Monday, September 12, 2016

Beach Safety Tips for an Amazing Vacation

BE SAFE SWIMMING Make sure everyone in the family knows how to swim. Swim where there’s a lifeguard, and don’t swim alone. When swimming in the ocean, avoid getting into water that is more than waist-deep. Young and/or inexperienced swimmers should wear U. S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. If you're planning on going boating

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Five Reasons Guests Love Boardwalk Beach Resort in Panama City

One of the most popular destinations in Northwest Florida, Panama City Beach is flush with accommodating hotels and condos eager to be your home base for a memorable getaway. Choosing the right one is important, too, because where you stay can make or break your vacation experience. Boardwalk Beach Resort offers the views and service, plus all the comforts

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Sterling Resorts Fall Break Special â Get 15 Percent Off on a Northwest Florida Vacation!

At a time when much of the country is experiencing falling temperatures, Northwest Florida is experiencing falling rates on fall getaways to the most gorgeous beaches on the planet. And while the temperatures might be very pleasant â in the 70s and 80s â the festivals and special events really begin to heat up along the Emerald Coast. Of course, youâll

Sunday, October 18, 2015

Sterling Resorts Fall Break Special – Get 15 Percent Off on a Northwest Florida Vacation!

At a time when much of the country is experiencing falling temperatures, Northwest Florida is experiencing falling rates on fall getaways to the most gorgeous beaches on the planet. And while the temperatures might be very pleasant — in the 70s and 80s — the festivals and special events really begin to heat up along the Emerald Coast. Of

Sunday, October 18, 2015

Boardwalk Beach Resort Free-for-All Fall Special Leaves More Cash for Fun

Missed getting down to the Florida Gulf Coast for a beach vacation this summer? No worries, because Boardwalk Beach Resort in Panama City Beach has the perfect fallback plan! Summer is great, but fall is even better here because visitors can enjoy uncrowded beaches, mild temperatures , and some serious savings on a stay at a Panama City Beach vacation rental

Sunday, October 11, 2015

Enjoy Free Amusement Park Attractions with Your Panama City Beach Vacation Rental

Family summer vacations to Florida are often centered around the beach, with family activities planned separately. But let’s face it, buying tickets to amusement parks, water parks, and other entertainment can get quite expensive and taxing on a family budget. [caption id="attachment_2846" align="alignleft" width="400"] Receive free tickets to

Friday, June 26, 2015

It's Not Too Late to Book Your July 4th Vacation

Great news for anyone looking for a last-minute vacation rental for the week of July 4th. You can still find a fine selection of rentals with Counts-Oakes Resor t Properties . Their rentals include beach houses, resorts, and condos in Panama City Beach, Destin, and Highway 30-A. Call 888-210-3201 soon, because just about every vacation rental in Northwest

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Special Events Lure Visitors to Gulf Coast Year-Round

[caption id="attachment_2566" align="alignleft" width="461"] Anglers of all ages are welcome to compete in the Destin Fishing Rodeo.[/caption] Warm weather, emerald waters, and beaches so white that they dazzle the eyes are the major attractions for most visitors to the Florida and Alabama Gulf coasts. But the region also plays host to music festivals

Sunday, March 15, 2015

Trade in your snow shoes for flip flops!

With warmer temperatures just around the corner, now is the time to start getting into a Spring state-of-mind. And what better way to get into the spirit than with a spring break beach deal in Northwest Florida? Luckily, ResortQuest By Wyndham Vacation Rentals is currently offering hot deals like 15 percent off your vacation rentals, through April 12

Saturday, February 28, 2015

How To Pack the Perfect Beach Bag

The best way to ensure a relaxing day at the beach is to start with a little planning. Giving some thought to what to pack in a beach bag means you won’t get settled on the sand only to discover that your bottled water and sunscreen are back at your condo or hotel room. Following are some tips on how to pack the perfect beach bag, along with some

Saturday, January 10, 2015

Panama City to Rock With Second Annual Gulf Coast Jam

Some of country music’s brightest stars are heading to Panama City Beach this month for the second annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam. Headliners for what promises to be a country music extravaganza to rival last year’s are Grammy Award winners Carrie Underwood and Dierks Bentley and reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year and Grammy Award winner

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Turn Your Sandcastle Creations Into Cash!

Enter our Sandcastle Facebook Photo Contest this summer, and you could win CASH and a FREE sandcastle-building lesson! The grand prize is $200 plus a two-hour lesson from beachsandsculptures.com , owned by professional sand sculptors Rick and Capri Mungeam. The lesson (good through the end of 2015) includes a demonstration of proper sand-sculpting tools

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Enter Our Gulf Coast Getaway Giveaway TODAY!

During the month of May, we’re offering one of our lucky Facebook fans the chance to win a three-day, two-night stay in a deluxe two-bedroom condo on the beautiful Gulf Coast, from Gulf Shores to Panama City Beach. To enter, just visit us at https://www. facebook .com/ Beachguide ‎ and click on the contest link. Be sure to ‘share

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Easter Happenings on the Gulf

All along the Alabama and Florida Gulf coasts, communities are getting ready to celebrate Easter this weekend with live music, egg hunts, bunny visits, and more — and visitors of all ages are welcome to join in! Following is a (partial) list of what’s going on. Destin and South Walton — The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, April

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

The Gulf Coast Welcomes Spring With Food, Wine, Music, and Fun

[caption id="attachment_1922" align="alignleft" width="960" caption="The Seabreeze Jazz Festival is coming to PCB's Pier Park April 23-27."] [/caption] With a lineup of events that includes music festivals and food festivals, plus the iconic Flora-Bama’s annual Mullet Toss, folks along the Gulf Coast are gearing up to have fun this spring. Following

Monday, March 31, 2014

Any Timeâs a Good Time for Fishing in the Gulf

As home to more than 200 species of fish, the Gulf of Mexico attracts thousands of anglers every year. In fact, thereâs something biting year-round, all the way from Destin â known as âThe Worldâs Luckiest Fishing Village❠and boasting one of the largest charter fishing fleets in the U.S. â Â  to Gulf Shores â which annually hosts the popular

Monday, September 9, 2013

Any Time’s a Good Time for Fishing in the Gulf

As home to more than 200 species of fish, the Gulf of Mexico attracts thousands of anglers every year. In fact, there’s something biting year-round, all the way from Destin — known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” and boasting one of the largest charter fishing fleets in the U.S. —   to Gulf Shores

Monday, September 9, 2013

New Music Festival Debuts in Panama City Beach

Country music fans will have something to celebrate when the Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam debuts in Panama City Beach next month. Scheduled for September 26, 27, and 28, the event   features a stellar lineup that includes Toby Keith, Brantley Gilbert, Trace Adkins, Kip Moore, Darryl Worley, Blackberry Smoke, and the Charlie Daniels Band. Performances...

Friday, August 16, 2013

A Prosperous Past Enriches the Present in Apalachicola

The spirit of Old Florida is still alive along the wide, tree-lined streets of Apalachicola. Situated between river and bay, the town has been a busy commerce center since the 1830s and was once the third largest shipping port on the Gulf Coast. Before the Civil War, cotton grown in the surrounding areas was stored in Apalachicola warehouses until it

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

What To Pack for the Beach

While you don’t need a whole lot of stuff for a trip to the beach, it still pays to put a little thought into what you’re packing. Otherwise, you’ll either end up lugging too many pairs of shoes or discovering when you arrive that you’ve forgotten something basic like suntan lotion or your bathing suit. Following are our suggestions

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Contest-Winning Beach Photography Tips

If you think all shots of sand and surf have to look the same, think again. By following a few simple  beach photography tips from the pros, you’ll be able to create prize-winning photos that capture memorable moments you and your family will enjoy again and again. Following are some (nontechnical) suggestions for better beach photos: - Look...

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Panama City Beach Welcomes World-Class Triathlon

The glittering waters of the Gulf of Mexico are the setting for the 2.4-mile swimming leg of the 2012 Ironman Florida triathlon, to be held at Panama City Beach on Saturday, November 3. Also included in the competition are a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run through the streets of Panama City. The Ironman, an international affair with participating...

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Year-round Activities Make Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort the âFun Place❠to Stay

When youâre on vacation, keeping the whole family entertained can be a challenge, even at the beach. Thatâs what makes a spot like Panama Cityâs Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort unique. âAll year round, we focus in a big way on providing a family-friendly environment right here on the beach, with so many planned activities and amenities that you never

Friday, August 10, 2012

Year-round Activities Make Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort the “Fun Place” to Stay

When you’re on vacation, keeping the whole family entertained can be a challenge, even at the beach. That’s what makes a spot like Panama City’s Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort unique. “All year round, we focus in a big way on providing a family-friendly environment right here on the beach, with so many planned activities and amenities

Friday, August 10, 2012

Bikers Cruise Into PCB for Free Motorcycle Rally

There are no fences, no gates, no admission charges, and no parking fees at the Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally. In fact, all of the fun — five days of nonstop activity set at eight venues around Panama City Beach — is absolutely free. This is the 14th year for the event, billed as “the most biker-friendly free motorcycle rally in the

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Here Comes the {beach} bride

The Emerald Coast is famous for sunny beach days, great seafood, and creating lifelong family memories.   But what better memory is there than two families uniting in marriage?   Here at the beach, weddings are a common occurrence.   From Destin , Santa Rosa Beach , Panama City Beach, Pensacola Beach , and every beach and

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

See our Shining Sea

If you've been reading this blog long enough, you know that I am a holiday junkie:   food, friends and family, and themed decorations.   It makes me want to find something to celebrate every single day.   I can't think about the 4th without thinking of all the cookouts, watermelon eating, and sparklers that have become

Monday, June 27, 2011

Fine and Dandy, Just a Wee Bit Sandy

This year on April 20, 2011,   marked the one year anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico.   It's hard to believe that it was just this time last year that our pristine waters and wildlife of the Emerald Coast were in critical danger.   A year later, residents and businesses are still recovering

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Seabreeze Jazz Festival is back in Panama City Beach, FL!!

The Seabreeze Jazz Festival is back this weekend, April 14-17, at Pier Park in Panama City Beach, FL.   One of the biggest drawls to the beaches of Northwest Florida in the Spring, the Seabreeze Jazz Festival host an amazing line-up of artists, sure to please an array of musical pallets.   Get your tickets online or at the door.&

Friday, April 15, 2011

Not Just Another Beach Bunny

In the next couple weeks, we'll be seeing quite a few beach bunnies, and I'm not talking about the tourists!   Easter is right around the corner and Peter Cottontail has his swim trunks packed, his SPF 100 ready (he's kind-of on the fair side, you know?!) and ready to visit all the kids along Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast.   If

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Art in the Park

On Saturday, March 19, 2011, the WaterColor Community Association will be hosting their 6th Annual Art in the Park from 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. in WaterColor’s Cerulean Park and Town Center! This event is open to WaterColor residents, guests and the public and is free of charge.   Whether you're staying in your 30-A Vacation Rental , Destin Condo Rental

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Spring Fever

Hot flashes?   Hallucinations?   Not to worry.   No need to pick up the phone and call the Doc.   It's a mild case of Spring Fever but, be warned, it's more contagious and severe with every day that goes by.   The cure?   Pack your bags and visit the beaches of Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Getting There is Half the Fun

I consider myself a Solutions Girl.   I [halfway] joke and tell my friends if they have a problem, I will have the solution.   So when I ran across a news write-up on PCBDaily.com , I just knew I had to re-post. I should give you a little backup information about this post.   We have a new airport in Panama City and among

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Hooks, Lines, and Singers 2011

The 30-A Song Writers Festival is making it's annual debut January 14-16, 2011.   Hosted by the Cultural Arts Association of Walton County ,   nationally recognized artists as well as up-and-coming acts will be shakin' booties and moving souls up and down Hwy 30-A.   (Side note:   last year, I purchased a custom

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Santa's Gettin' Sandy

The Holiday's are back!   If it wasn't for the calendar, I would have a hard time believing that to be true after sitting on the beach this past weekend.   I mean, really?   Thanksgiving is next weekend?!   I've probably gained 5 pounds just typing the word Thanksgiving!   Hopefully the ongoing list

Thursday, November 18, 2010

CNN loves PCB!

CNN names Panama City one of 5 Value Destinations for Winter Travel .   Yah!

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Sweet Treats

I just couldn't believe my eyes this morning.   As if you need another reason to visit the beach during the most awe-mazing months of the year, check out this sweet deal from Southwest Airlines.   Flights between Dec 1-15 & Jan 4-Feb 16, 72 hours only!! Stop reading this and start booking! Wish you were here~ The Hometown Tourist

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Sounds of the Beach

I would be remiss if I didn't tell you about one of my favorite series of events that takes place here at the beach .   All along the coast from October-May, the orchestral sounds of Sinfonia Gulf Coast ring through the air.   Kicking off the season is Mary Wilson of the Supremes followed by Orchestral Holiday (one of my most favorite

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

When the beaches are rockin', please come a'knockin'

As if you need another reason to visit the beach, check out these amazing concerts coming to a beach near you. Amazing deals on accommodations are available in the Destin, FL , South Walton area , Fort Walton Beach, FL, or Panama City Beach, FL .   Free concerts and lodging deals?   Why aren't you down here yet?! Seaside Concert Series

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Feel Good Shopping!

I feel like I've been living under a giant, organic rock this summer!   For a few years now, I've heard of the Seaside Farmers Market where local vendors sell local goods, but, had yet to attend.   Last Saturday, I went and have been talking about it nonstop (to anyone who would listen) since. I brought my own organic cotton tote

Monday, August 2, 2010

Gulf World Shows Thrill and Delight All Ages

If you’re planning a trip to Panama City Beach or nearby areas, be sure to save half a day for an unforgettable trip to Gulf World Marine Park in Panama City Beach. My daughter and I had a free afternoon on our Destin beach vacation recently, and so planned a day that included a leisurely drive down Highway 30A, with a few breaks for shopping

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Abrakadoodle

I'm trying to figure out how I can rewind time.   I'd like to be a kid again.   I can think of many reasons why being a kid is fantastic (eating cookies and not gaining an ounce, playing until I pass out, not paying bills, etc.) but if I were anywhere between the ages of 5-12 in the year 2010 living on the beach (dang, that really

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Traveling to the beach just got a whole lot easier

I'm planning my next trip.   To where?   I'm not sure yet but I can plan easily to multiple destinations thanks to the opening of the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. With non-stop flights as well as international flights provided by Delta and Southwest, Beaches International will provide easy access to the most beautiful

Wednesday, May 26, 2010