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Downtown Panama City Is Lively Again

Ten years ago, “downtown was pretty much non-existent” says Downtown Improvement Board Director Dutch Sanger. “It was full of boarded-up buildings as customers moved to the malls.” Now Sanger couldn’t be more effusive. “We have 85 percent occupancy, and it’s rising,” he says. “The city installed all new infrastructure, fixed building facades, put in new light-posts, nice bricks and landscaping.” Business owners are doing their part. The Clemons Company and Neil Carroll Engineering both... Read More »
Panama City, FL Beach

Panama City, FL Provides a Perfect Place to Stay and Play

Think Panama City, FL, is all about the party? Think again. This city holds enough attractions to keep guests of all ages happy. Those looking to bypass the spring break crowd will find plenty to do away from the city's flashy strip. But the beach, of course, is the main attraction. Where to Stay The Luxurious: Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort The Affordable: Courtyard Marriot The Quaint: Home 4 a Day What to Do Outdoors: Panama City's beaches, Shell Island, Barnacle Bay Miniature Golf... Read More »
Panama City, FL Beach

Panama City is a Beach Staycation Destination

Think Panama's all about the party? Think again. This city holds enough attractions to keep guests of all ages happy. First and foremost, there's the beach. Panama City's beaches have been attracting Spring-Break goers and families alike for years, with no signs of slowing down. But residents looking to bypass the Spring Break crowd can take refuge in the expansive Shell Island, a 700-acre wildlife sanctuary. But the fun doesn't end at the seashore; thanks to a city-led initiative,... Read More »
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Panama City has Plenty of Water Sports and More for Visitors to Explore

Panama City may be a seaside paradise, but the city offers much more than just its famous beaches. Situated in the sunny state of Florida, Panama holds many ways to enjoy the day outside. Camp Helen State Park is open for exploration, and is surrounded on three sides by the Gulf of Mexico, Phillips Inlet, and Lake Powell. On the Park's 18.5 acres are rare shorebirds, freshwater wetlands, coastal dunes, a salt marsh and more. Along the same lines, St. Andrews State Park stretches over one and... Read More »

Panama City Offers Seafood and More

Anyone looking for fun and fine dining will find it in Panama City.   As its beach location demands, Panama City delivers high quality seafood in a number of prime locations. Locals and tourists alike flock to Schooners, “the Last Local Beach Club,” for its fun atmosphere and proximity to the ocean. Menu items include seafood favorites as well as Schooners own items like the “Scuban,” Schooners take on a classic Cuban sandwich, and “The Beach Party,”... Read More »