PANAMA CITY BEACH, FLORIDA - BEACH TRAVELER INFORMATION
Panama city is located at Florida’s north western coast. It is a dream Florida beach vacation destination with world class accommodation facilities, a myriad of restaurants and a plethora of recreational options to suit traveler of all ages. Panama city has been serenaded by vacation goers and movie makers alike. If you are an ardent MTV fan you will remember the gorgeous blue water and white sandy beaches from LaVela. Whether you are on spring break or traveling with your family, Panama city is ‘the’ place to be.
Like all the other beaches of Florida, Panama City beach also has miles of pearly white sand contrasting against the emerald water. You can chose from regular beach activities like swimming, jet skiing, scuba diving, snorkeling etc or take a trip to the many tourist attractions that the city has to offer notable among them are, Museum of Man, the Sea and Gulf World Marine Park and Coconut Creek Family Fun Park. If you have children along the area has a good number of amusement parks and museums which are perfect for a day of fun or learning. Apart from this you can tae various cruises and charters from dining cruises to fishing charters. You can choose from a leisurely sail aboard a pirate vessel or take the high speed boat. Another option is to take a tour to Shell Islands which is a part of the St Andrew State Park. The park offers a beach, a fishing pier, nature trails and snorkeling gear on rent. At night you can put on your dancing shoes and head to the many night clubs in the area.
Panama city has so many restaurants that even if you were to try out a new one each night it would be months before you would come back to the first restaurant. From International cuisine to seafood and steak restaurants Panama city has them all. If you are looking for the best steak or sea food platter in town your choices include the 30 Degree Blue, Angelo’s Steak Pit, Black Angus Restaurant and Lounge an the Boatyard. Billy’s Oyster Bar serves extraordinary oyster preparations. The Carrabba’s Italian grill serves authentic Italian fare made to perfection. Dado’s is famous for their authentic European and American cuisine
Panama City offers a myriad of accommodation choices. You name it and Panama City has it. The Calypso Resort and Towers offer beautiful condos overlooking the Gulf at $147.14 per night or $995 per week. The Moondrift condos at Panama Beach are well equipped with a fully functional Kitchen and a beach facing private balcony. They are available for $110 per night. The Blue Waters is a luxury home with its private elevator that leads to the beach. This exclusive beach home costs $200 per night or $1200 per week. Ocean Dreams and Splash Away are waterfront properties with a stunning view of the beach. They are available for $165 per night or $990 per week. The Cottage by the Sea is the most affordable option at just $250 per week. The many other resorts in the area include Splash Resort, Sterling Reef Resort, Tidewater Beach Resort and Edgewater Beach Resort.
