New York’s Famous Pizza, Panama City, FL

Yes, it really tastes like New York pizza

by Jennifer Schaefer | July 26, 2010

For some, pizza is a religion. Some like thin crust, some like deep dish. But any true pizza lover knows New York style pizza when they taste it.

Panama City is lucky enough to have had a crop of pizzerias in recent years that can deliver this taste to perfection. One place that does it best is New York’s Famous Pizza and Pasta.

New York’s serves large, 18-inch pies with two-hander slices. Their …

Public Beach Accesses, Panama City Beach, FL

The Gulf of Mexico: It's the main attraction and it's free

by Jennifer Schaefer | July 26, 2010

The beach. It’s the star of the show in Panama City Beach, and with 27 miles of it there’s plenty to go around. And the best part is, you don’t have to stay in a high-rise condo to get a front-row seat.

Public beach accesses are never hard to find, with 96 access points along the Gulf of Mexico. From Thomas Drive to Front Beach Road there’s never a problem finding a spot to …

Spring Break, Panama City Beach, FL

The Real.Fun.Beach. promotes Spring Break on the Cheap

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 22, 2010

Panama City Beach has recently been named one of the Top Five Bargain Destinations for Spring 2010 by USA Today.  This is great news to spread to the world, but reasonably priced vacations have kept visitors coming back to these sugar-white beaches for years. We are truly lucky to have a destination right here in the Southeastern U.S. that ranks up there with beaches in Hawaii and Jamaica. 

The Panama City Beach …

Shell Island, Panama City Beach, FL

Sanctuary in St. Andrews State Park a natural for eco-tourists

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 17, 2010

Diverse natural wonderland, wildlife sanctuary island, greenways and trails are not the first things that come to mind when thinking of Panama City Beach, yet hundreds of miles of immaculate beaches and waterways allow visitors to swim, bike, hike – even paddle up-close and personal with dolphins, herons, pelicans, turtles and other indigenous wildlife.

Shell Island is a 700-acre wildlife refuge island tucked within

Travel Guide to Panama City Beach, FL

Why you should visit Panama City Beach

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 15, 2010

With its sugary white sand beaches and pristine emerald waters, compliments of the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay, Panama City Beach, Florida, is "The Beach Lovers Beach." Sprawling languidly across the northwest portion of the state, Panama City Beach beckons visitors with more than 27 miles of award-winning, irresistible beaches and has been recognized by the Travel Channel and Southern Living magazine, among others, as a top U.S. …

Calypso Beach Café and Sports Grill, Panama City Beach, FL

Island-style edibles for ‘me hearties’

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 10, 2010

A sports bar with an island-style vibe? Order up: The locals love Calypso Beach Café and Sports Grill. And its “Caribbean Creole flair” makes it the perfect choice for dining when celebrating Mardi Gras at the beach this year.

The menu is spiced with delectables like Calypso Shrimp, an appetizer dipped in the eatery’s original Red Stripe Jamaican Beer batter, then rolled in coconut and fried to piquant …

13th Annual St. Andrews Mardi Gras, Panama City Beach, FL

Four days of feasting and feting in ‘Old Florida’

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 08, 2010

The historic town of St. Andrews is reminiscent of “Old Florida” and a perfect backdrop for Mardi Gras with its moss-draped oak trees, shrimp and fishing boats at the docks, downtown streets lined with art galleries and shops – and the seafood restaurants that are synonymous with the town.

St. Andrews Mardi Gras Celebration, a four-day event in true Carnival style with plenty of Low …

Mardi Gras at the Beach, Panama City Beach, FL

The Krewe of Dominique Youx Brings the Spirit of Carnival to Panama City Beach and Pier Park This Weekend

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 04, 2010

Indulge in two days of parades, street parties, food and more when Mardi Gras comes to Pier Park on Front Beach Road on Feb. 5 and 6, transforming it into a stage with appearances by Mardi Gras Royalty, doubloon- and bead-throwing masked revelers on festive floats, glamorous costumes and musicians.

A family-friendly street party kicks off the festival at 5 p.m. on Friday with live entertainment, Cajun and low-country cuisine and a …

Pineapple Willy’s Beachside Restaurant and Sports Bar, Panama City Beach, FL

It’s a Taste of Nostalgia Right on the Beach

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | February 01, 2010

Visitors nostalgic for a taste of old Panama City Beach know there’s no place like Pineapple Willy’s Beachside Restaurant and Sports Bar to dig into the history—not to mention the Jack Daniels BBQ Ribs, grouper and shrimp baskets, Al. E. Gator bites and the decadently frosty coconut and rum laced Pineapple Willy cocktail.

A local favorite, Pineapple Willy’s, located on the pier …

Bay Point Resort, Panama City Beach, FL

Marriott's Bay Point Resort presents an ever-changing scene from brilliant sunrise to color-splashed sunset

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | January 29, 2010

Often visitors to a coastal community want to stay only in a beachfront property; the beachscape accompanied by the sounds of the rolling tide and seagulls calling is hard to resist. But bayside presents an ever-changing scene with sun, sky and water and transforming the landscape throughout the day from brilliant sunrise to color-splashed sunset. It is a peaceful backdrop, with herons and pelicans standing at attention in the water, waves softly lapping the beach, an …

The Inn at Carillon, Panama City Beach, FL

Amore-starved travelers seek (and find) romance

by Laurie Rowe and Kathy Witt | January 25, 2010

Beautiful, classy and possibly the most romantic place in Panama City Beach is The Inn at Carillon. Located on the west end of PCB and on the shores of Lake Carillon, this beach resort comprised of 70 suites and 26 three-bedroom condos exudes romance with its luxury level accommodations, views of the Gulf of Mexico and a hushed and private setting surrounded by both beach and pristine lakes.

The inn is upscale but not …