Pier Park is GROWING!

The last few months at Pier Park have been amazing. The growth that we are experiencing is so exciting. We no longer HAVE to drive far for spectacular shopping choices.


Miracle Strip Amusement Park is growing by leaps and bounds, adding new rides each week! The admission to the park is free to walk around. I suggest heading out and taking a walk around to see what all they have to offer. I have heard that their funnel cakes are amazing!


Dave and Buster's just opened yesterday across from Miracle Strip Amusement Park and they offer tons of fun and great food! I have been to one in Nashville, TN once, so I hope to try out our new one asap and post a review.


Pier Park North looks to be an exciting array of restaurants and shopping, as well as a dental clinic and a nails spa. Here is the list of confirmed businesses in the new Pier Park North:
Dick's Sporting Goods (already open)
Rooms to Go (already open)
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Texas Roadhouse
Joe's Crab Shack
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt-not confirmed (but reported by several papers)
Michael's
Ross
Men's Warehouse
Shoe Carnival
Bed Bath and Beyond
Pier 1
Kirkland's
Sweet Frog's Frozen Yogurt
Mattress Firm
Petsmart
Verizon Wireless
Lee Nails Spa
Aspen Dental Clinic


Just across the street, In the Walmart parking lot, a new Panda Express and McDonald's have been built. This adds even MORE new restaurants to our menu options at great prices. I am not a fan of McDonalds...but for drinks and ice cream, I respect their prices.


In the regular Pier Park area, new stores have opened recently as well. The Pita Pit, Chicken Salad Chick, French Fry Heaven (coming soon), Pink Narcissus, and Pompano Joe's.


What more could you ask for in a shopping heaven? Add all of these to the already awesome shopping and dining available and we have it ALL! Hope you plan your trip to PCB soon and of course, hit Pier Park while you are here!

Explore Panama City Beach the Natural Way!

Fishing, hiking, biking, nature photography, swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, boating and bird-watching are just some of the opportunities for eco-tourists to explore Florida nature in Panama City Beach, Fla.

St. Andrew’s State Park has been named the #2 beach in the nation, according to Trip Advisor. Over one-and-a-half miles of open beach at this Florida state park, to lounge in the sun or water lovers can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and canoeing. Two fishing piers, a jetty {the greatest beach ever for families}, and a boat ramp provide ample fishing opportunities, and two nature trails wind through a rich diversity of coastal plant communities providing an excellent opportunity for bird-watching at St. Andrews State Park Florida in Panama City Beach.
You can also take a boat tour to Shell Island, the 700-acre island is densely populated with bottle-nosed dolphins, as well as a number of different wild bird species, including pelicans, sandpipers, gulls and piping and snowy plovers. Colorful fish, sea turtles and other aquatic life also call the area around Shell Island home. Shuttles are available to take visitors back and forth from St. Andrew's State Park. If you feel really adventurous, you can rent kayaks and make the voyage across the pass on your own.

Camp Helen State Park is a hidden gem for those looking to get away. It’s bordered on three sides by the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Powell – one of the largest coastal dune lakes in the state of Florida. Natural areas for public enjoyment in the park range from coastal dunes and salt marshes along the Gulf to freshwater wetlands and sand pine scrub along the lake. Fishing areas are available for both freshwater and saltwater enthusiasts at this Florida state park. Other activities include swimming, beachcombing, nature study and hiking. My family really enjoyed walking the park and studying all the wildlife. The old buildings are very interesting too.

Conservation Park is made up of 12 trails ranging from 0.6 to 11 miles for walking, biking, wildlife & birdwatching. The Conservation Park integrates two fundamental principles which remain a continuing focus for local government and community. The desire to protect and balance our natural resources while providing outdoor recreational opportunities is the driving force in establishing the Panama City Beach Conservation Park. The 2,900 acres of the West Bay Ecosystem is being protected by the management and utilization of the City’s reclaimed water to rehydrate wetlands. The natural water balance in these wetlands was altered many years ago as tree “farming” became predominant in the area. My family was amazed at how large conservation park was! We loved it and we still have never seen the entire park....great Natural Florida.

So Panama City Beach doesn't just have to be about the strip, shopping, and swimming. Panama City Beach has several hidden gems just waiting to be explored. Bring the family and come on down!

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Not the ideal weather for a vacation, but you still wanna have some fun while in PCB, right? Here are some ideas for those rainy days!
#1 Gulf World is open everyday, rain or shine. They have lots of fun things to do and see.
#2 Wonderworks
#3 Ripley's Believe it Or Not
#4 Pier Park
#5 Movie Day~ Be sure to check here for the cheap movie days too! Or how about a new film in IMAX at the GRAND? Remember the cheap theatre in PC has $2 movies always, and $1 movies at 1pm Mon-Fri.
#6 Indoor Glow in the Dark Putt Putt at Race City
#7 Man of the Sea Museum
#8 Discovery Science Museum
#9 Panama City Mall
#10 Check out the little shops along the beach
#11 Art Class
#12 Paint your own pottery
#13 Shipwreck Island...most days they are still open if its just a sprinkle here and there with NO lightning. Coupons available at Walmart for $4 off.
#14 Visit some of our fine restaurants
#15 Bowling at Rockit Lanes
#16 Skating at Rockit Lanes
#17 The Haunted House at Race City
#18 Make some Jewelry at the Sterling Sun (next to Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant)

Pirates of The High Seas at Pier Park

Columbus Day weekend will bring a wave of mischief and fun-filled adventures to Panama City Beach with The Fun Never Sets Pirates of the High Seas Fest. Taking place September 30 - October 7 throughout PCB, the festival will include an ensemble of parades, sword-swinging showdowns and dueling fireworks display.

Below is a basic outline of events. More details TBA.

Sunday, September 30-October 5
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Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, October 4
7:00 p.m. Pirate Libation Party

Friday, October 5
6:00 p.m. Pirate and Wench (Adults) Costume Contest, Stage in Pier Park
6:20 p.m. Pet Costume Contest, Stage in Pier Park
7:00 p.m. Second Line Parade, Starts at Back Porch
8:00 p.m. Beach Ball Drop, Pier Park Drive
8:05 p.m. Live Music, Stage in Pier Park

Saturday, October 6
8:00 a.m. 5K, Half Marathon, Fun Run (Girl’s Inc.), Aaron Bessant Park
12:00 p.m. Children’s Costume Contest, Stage in Pier Park
12:00 p.m. Children’s Activities, BOOKIT.com Beach - Treasure Hunt, Balloons, Caricatures, Magic, Face painting, and Crafts
4:00 p.m. Sea Battle, Beach at City Pier (E to W)
4:30 p.m. Pirate Invasion, Beach at City Pier
4:30 p.m.Children’s Parade Embarkation, City Pier to Ride Floats (Children must be dressed as a pirate or wench and accompanied by an adult)
4:45 p.m. Children’s Parade, Pier Park Drive
6:30 p.m. Pirates of the High Seas Main Parade, Pier Park Drive
10:00 p.m. Dueling Fireworks, M.B. Miller & Russell-Fields Pier

Sunday, October 7
10:00 a.m. Pirate Brunch, Ocean's Restaurant

~Click HERE to RSVP on Pier Park's FB page!

 

The Rain is here...now wadda ya gonna do?

Not the ideal weather for a vacation, but you still wanna have some fun while in PCB, right? Here are some ideas for those rainy days!
#1 Gulf World is open everyday, rain or shine. They have lots of fun things to do and see.
#2 Wonderworks
#3 Ripley's Believe it Or Not
#4 Pier Park
#5 Movie Day~ Be sure to check here for the cheap movie days too! Or how about a new film in IMAX at the GRAND?
#6 Indoor Glow in the Dark Putt Putt at Race City
#7 Man of the Sea Museum
#8 Discovery Science Museum
#9 Panama City Mall
#10 Check out the little shops along the beach
#11 Art Class
#12 Paint your own pottery
#13 Shipwreck Island...most days they are still open if its just a sprinkle here and there with NO lightning. Coupons available at Walmart for $4 off.
#14 Visit some of our fine restaurants
#15 Bowling at Rockit Lanes
#16 Skating at Rockit Lanes
#17 The Haunted House at Race City
#18 Make some Jewelry at the Sterling Sun (next to Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant)

Coming To Town For The 4th of July?

Panama City Beach, FL

Fireworks, music and special events are planned at Pier Park. Family fun includes free concerts, contests and fireworks!

Several bands will be spread throughout the property.. Admission is free and open to the public.

Fireworks Cruise

The Lady Anderson Dining Yacht is an elegant and graceful vessel, cruising from Panama City Beach. Experience evening cruises that tour the inland waters of Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay. Feast on our delicious buffet with prime rib and shrimp and so much more…served on each of our evening cruises! Great food! Great price and always great family fun!

TWO ways to enjoy the 4th.

Take the dinner cruise, featuring a delicious buffet, and enjoy the firework display from the water. Tickets start at $65.00 for adults. Boarding is at 6:30 pm and the cruise runs from 7:00pm to 10:15pm.

Just want to enjoy the fireworks show, Board Capt. Anderson and watch the amazing displays from the water! Boarding starts at 7:30pm and cruise runs from 8:00pm to 10:15pm. Call for pricing.

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Panama City, FL

A festival celebrating America's Independence. This year’s July 4th event is called “Salute to Freedom” and will feature “LIVE” entertainment all day concluding with the $25,000 Fireworks display on Wednesday, July 4th. The event will be simulcast on local radio stations. This event attracts up to 50,000 spectators to the Panama City Marina each year.

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Lynn Haven, FL
Lynn Haven will be hosting its “Lynn Haven Centennial” celebration on July 4th, 2012. The annual parade will be held on July 4th at 9am.

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Mexico Beach, FL

"Best Blast on the Beach" Independence Celebration is a day full of family activities! With a 5K Race, Kid's Fishing Tournament and a Firework Show that will take your breath away, this will be the place you want to be when we celebrate our Nation's Birthday!

Under Construction!

Coming soon~May 17th~