So you’ve planned the perfect vacation along the Florida Gulf Coast and you’re looking forward to seeing a little of the countryside while there. One thing to remember, especially up in the Panhandle, is that there are long stretches of road that wind through beautiful country but often aren’t on the beaten path.

When I travel my Garmin sat nav sits right on the dash so I’m never lost! Whether I am flying across I-10 from Tallahassee to Pensacola, or cruising along the emerald coast west of St George Island, there is no question which sat nav to have with you.

One of the best uses of a navigation system in your car while you are on vacation is to find areas you might not have otherwise known about. Just check the web for off the beaten path restaurants, sites and towns and then punch them into the system to discover new things.

In addition, I like to just start driving in a direction and see what I can find. It is comforting to know that with a satellite navigation system available in the car, I can always get back to where I need to be without a concern of getting lost. Running low on fuel? No worries, just punch in the nearest gas station and you will be all set. Hungry, get local restaurants and see what you can find.

So whether you are planning to visit the St George Island, Miramar Beach, Panama City Beach, Rosemary Beach or any of the other Panhandle Florida Gulf Coast Beaches be sure to bring along a satellite navigation system and attach it to the rental car you are using and see more than the average traveler.

And if you don’t have a Garmin or other navigation system then check online for the best prices at websites like: http://www.satnav-expert.co.uk

Gulf Breeze never ceases to amaze me. For those who don’t know, much like its neighbor to the south, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze is one of the consummate beach communities for tourists and residents alike in the state of Florida. Along with a great education system, small town appeal, and a sense of community, it also has an amazing assortment of restaurants to choose from, but they’re not always so easy to find.

On a whim, my wife, who was pregnant at the time, and I decided to go for a drive through town to find a new place to flex our culinary palettes. We figured we’d probably stop at one of our trusty standbys until the cellphone rang; we pulled into a little plaza to take the call. That’s when we noticed a small sign that read “Aegean Breeze”; we could smell the aroma of delicious Greek cuisine in the air. We followed our noses under some shrubbery to the indiscreetly decorated front door.

Aegean Breeze - 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, FL - (850) 916-0430‎

Aside from the amazing aroma, the next thing we notice are the reasonable prices and specials posted outside. The moment we step inside we knew we struck gold. We were immediately greeted by a hostess and escorted to our table. The ambience is pleasant and the mellow sound of Middle Eastern music resonates beautifully with the lighting. The décor feels just like a traditional Greek restaurant you might find in South Beach. The service was kind and prompt. Our meals arrived in less than a half hour and the waitress was very concerned with our experience, frequently checking in and refilling drinks.

The food was absolutely delightful and cooked to perfection. We both ordered the 8oz. filet mignon on special for under $15. The meat was fresh and tender and cooked as ordered. For desert, we shared baklava. It was not too rich, nor too sweet. We left full and satisfied for under $40, making sure to tell all of our friends, family, and you about this hidden treasure in Gulf Breeze.

Your Panhandle Expert,

Bryce Halfacre

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