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| 10 Great Things About Panama City Beach |
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Jesse Henson |
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Known as the home "the world's most beautiful beaches," Panama City Beach has a stellar reputation for as much fun as it has grains of sand on the beach. It is located between Tallahassee, and Pensacola. Panama City Beach and is surrounded by St. Andrews Bay and is a favorite destination for anglers, couples and entire families.
One of the most stunning environments in Florida to visit, without having to spend lot of money, is St. Andrew's State Park. Located just 3 miles east of Panama City Beach., for $10 (per car) you would be hard press to find a better vacation bargain anywhere. You can choose to bask in the sun on the snow- white sand beaches along the glistening emerald green waters and enjoy a day of swimming, snorkeling, canoeing or kayaking. For anglers, there is a boat ramp, jetty and a couple of fishing piers.
There are two nature trails that winds through a wide variety of coastal plants, which make the area perfect for birding. If you are visiting during the spring and summer seasons, there are boat tours to Shell Island, a 700- acre undeveloped barrier island, which can actually take up your entire day.
Make sure that you pack a lunch and drinks because the only eating facility is a snack boat. The island is home to numerous wild birds, pelican, gulls, sand pipers and snowy plovers. The immediate area is also the domain of the largest population of bottle nose dolphins in the world.
Since 1966, The Gallery of Art has been the exhibition center for talented local and regional artists from around Northwest Florida to display their works. Pick up a water color rendering of the local landscape and birds, plants and animals. You can also find resale art from some of the local estates as well as resale of pieces by Pablo Picasso and Norman Rockwell.
People are naturally fascinated by the sea; there is probably no place that caters to this attraction than the Museum Of Man In The Sea. This 5000 square foot museum chronicles the account of scuba diving and submerged treasures. The museum is situated on one acre; some of the artifacts and relics go as back as 1500 A.D, including items recovered from the bottom of the ocean and sunken ships. Children and grown ups will enjoy a compilation of period diving equipment and watch videos demonstrating how the equipment was used.
Experience the authentic feel of the paddle boats from the 1800's with the Betsy Ann Riverboat. The riverboat, which was built in 1989, models the original boat of the same name, which navigated the costal waterways during the 1890's. There are two comedy shows on the first Saturday of the month, dinner cruises, which includes a sunset-tour or book the boat for private events and other occasions. The narrative outings also include the chance to view dolphins and other marine life in their natural setting
If you're in the mood for bowling, roller skating, playing pool or visiting an arcade, Rock' It Lanes is a 50,000 square foot family-entertainment complex that provides a wholesome environment the entire family can enjoy. There is also a Sport's Bar and Grille. The arcade has over 150 games, including skeet ball and, carnival-like hoops. Or, get lost in the world of virtual gaming that will challenge the skills of even the most advance gamer. You can find affordable meals, whether you have the taste for a juicy home-made burger or tasty chef-salad and Zoo World provides a safe habitat for some of the most exotic animals in the world. You will get to see parrots, giraffes, wolves, tigers and lions up close in a lions, offers everyone the opportunity to view many animals up close in a luxuriant tropical environment. For those who are mesmerized with wolves, there is a daily show called "Wolf Encounter." You get to see three wolves that have been raised at Zoo World - a British Columbian wolf as well as two Grey wolves.
One of the most extraordinary scenic views of Panama City Beach can be yours by taking an aerial tour by Panhandle Helicopter. There are several duration of tours available starting with the intro ride. This is an excellent way take in the innate beauty of the coastal waters and the Panama City Pier. The Shark Run tour is one of the most requested excursions. You'll see hammerheads and bull sharks swimming and feeding in their habitat. However, it may be a while before you go for a swim. The Shell Island Tour is the most complete package and is an exceptional way to see the full glory of the Panama City Beach area. Included in this 24- mile aerial voyage is the St. Andrew State Park, the Grand Lagoon and Shell Island.
Pier Park is a 900,000 square foot shopping destination that is also a family entertainment complex. Some of the well-known stores and restaurants in this mega venue are: Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, Ron Jon's Surf Shop, Guy Harvey's Island Grill, Coldwater Creek, Ann Taylor Loft, Hofbrau Beer Garden, and a host of boutiques and specialty stores.
The building in this outdoor shopping complex has a Caribbean flavor accented with lush and beautifully landscaped grounds. There are a wide variety of establishments in which to enjoy a scrumptious meal. If you would like to sample some mouth-watering southern cuisine, consider eating lunch at Bootleg BBQ. The interior has a rustic decor or seat yourself at a table outdoor as you enjoy the mouth-watering home-style barbeque.
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