A Par Three Day In Panama City
The Panama City Beach motto is “The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches”, and that is exactly what you will find in this coastal town of 15,000 year round residents on Florida’s panhandle. The fantastic beaches and easy going attitude make Panama City Beach a great getaway for anyone searching for an idyllic vacation spot. The emerald ocean serves as a backdrop to the white sand beaches which are thought to be the best on the Gulf Coast. Fishing, shell hunting, and long seaside walks are key draws to the city.
Fishing is one of the more popular pastimes in Panama City Beach. Charters are a terrific mode to sail the calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and to encounter the excitement of sport fishing. Panama City Beach has numerous charter boats and companies that will cater to a variety of needs, whether all day or overnight fishing excursions or short half day family trips, the marinas at Panama City Beach have tours for everyone. Beach vacations are all the better when you take home pictures of your prize catch and the terrific banquet it provided.
As with much of Florida, golf is a main attraction. Average temperatures in the region hover around 74 degrees and the sun shines 320 days a year, so there are very few places more alluring for the enthusiastic golfer. Panama City Beach and the larger, neighboring Panama City are home to six championship golf courses and the city is repeatedly rated in the top three golfing destinations in the United States by Golf Digest. Some of the more legendary courses include the Bay Point Marriott Golf Resort and Spa which maintains the Club Meadows Course and the Nicklaus Resort Course.
The Callaway Bay Golf Club draws persistently high ratings. Signal Hill Golf Course and Bay Dunes are smart values with comparatively effortless play, so they are suitable for families out for a spectacular day of golf. For majestic scenery, the Pelican Point Golf Course and Nature Walk Golf Course are undeniably worth a visit. All of these golf courses boast romantic bed breakfasts to stay at with gorgeous views.
As you might expect, seafood is the culinary area of expertise in Panama City Beach. Panama City Beach and neighboring Panama City host many of the tastiest dining establishments in the region. From relaxed cafes on the sand to gourmet bistros and five star restaurants, Panama City Beach is an excellent vacation destination for a culinary enthusiast.
The Boar’s Head Restaurant on Beach Front Road is well recognized for surf and turf. The Montego Bay Seafood House is a long standing local favorite and has a famous raw oyster bar. The Saltwater Grill on Middle Beach Road offers more elegant fare, with a romantic mood and a famed 25,000 gallon tropical saltwater aquarium. Of course, these are just a few of the many restaurants that can be enjoyed in Panama City Beach.



