Panama City beach - The Bay County Tourist Development Council estimated that Panama City Beach generated 6.1 million visitor days in 2008. The TDC is currently working on 2009 (the TDC year ends in October). The PCB visitors come from the following markets:
Florida (In-State) 8.7 %
Southeast 42.8%
Northeast 5.2%
Mid West 27.2%
Southwest 7.1%
Canada 3.1%
Europe 2.9%
Remaining US Markets 2.9%
Hopefully the 2009 stats will be out soon.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Panama City Beach – Drive Times to the beaches from Northwest Florida Beaches International and the Northwest Florida Regional Airport in Okaloosa Cou
Panama City Beach – I saw this information in the news Herald this morning and thought that you might be interested in beach drives from the airports. Pat Rice of the News Herald did some driving last week to determine the time it takes to drive from the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Destin and conversely the time it takes to drive from Okaloosa County’s Northwest Florida Regional Airport.
While everyone else was celebrating the imminent opportunity to fly to and from Houston, Nashville, Baltimore and Orlando on Southwest Airlines, Pat was busy on the road, finding the answer for us to another airport-related question. Namely, how long does it actually take to drive to various points along the beach from Northwest Florida’s airports?
Next to ticket cost, drive time from airport to destination might be the most important question tourists and other visitors to Northwest Florida have as they decide which airport to use. If it takes decidedly longer to travel from one airport than the other, that could matter to visitors.
So Pat jumped in his truck and went on a drive on our behalf. Pat drove from the entrance of Bay County’s new airport and timed how long it took to reach certain well-known points along U.S. Highway 98 in Walton and Okaloosa counties. The exact route was west from the airport on County Road 388, south on State Highway 79 and then west on U.S. 98.
On the way back to Panama City Beach Pat drove from the entrance of Northwest Florida Regional Airport in Okaloosa County and timed how long it took to reach the same points along U.S. 98. The exact route was State Road 85 north to Niceville, then State Road 20 east through Niceville, then State Road 293 south across the Mid-Bay Bridge to U.S. Highway 98.
The results of Pat’s field trip follow. Note that Pat made the drive on a Wednesday in the middle of December so drive times will definitely be longer during prime time from either direction.
1. The east entrance to State Road 30A in east Walton County, 21 minutes
2. The intersection with County Road 295, which ends at Seaside and WaterColor, 29 minutes
3. The intersection with County Road 283, which ends at Grayton Beach, 31 minutes
4. The intersection with County Road 393, which ends at Dune Allen Beach, 37 minutes
5. The west entrance to 30A, 40 minutes
6. The Silver Sands shopping area, 46 minutes
7. Destin Commons, 51 minutes.
And, in reverse order, here is how long it took to drive to the same points from Okaloosa County’s airport:
1. Destin Commons, 26 minutes
2. Silver Sands, 34 minutes
3. The west entrance to 30A, 40 minutes
4. County Road 393, 43 minutes
5. County Road 283, 48 minutes
6. County Road 395, 50 minutes
7. East entrance to 30A, 59 minutes
So if you are a traveler heading to points west of the west entrance of 30A, you will save a few minutes if you begin your drive from Okaloosa County’s airport. But if you are heading to points east of the west entrance of 30A, then you would be better off beginning from the new Bay County Airport.
Of course, the real lesson here is that the difference in drive time is negligible.
Pat’s conclusion…Rather than focusing on drive time from the airports, travelers should focus on the price of their airline tickets. And Southwest’s arrival to Bay County’s airport should create competition that means lower ticket prices all around. That’s a present we can all enjoy.
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I will:
From PCB – 12 minutes
From Okaloosa 63 minutes
On a side note Pam and I are booked on the first direct flight from Nashville to Panama City Beach on Mat 23rd. I hope you join us!
While everyone else was celebrating the imminent opportunity to fly to and from Houston, Nashville, Baltimore and Orlando on Southwest Airlines, Pat was busy on the road, finding the answer for us to another airport-related question. Namely, how long does it actually take to drive to various points along the beach from Northwest Florida’s airports?
Next to ticket cost, drive time from airport to destination might be the most important question tourists and other visitors to Northwest Florida have as they decide which airport to use. If it takes decidedly longer to travel from one airport than the other, that could matter to visitors.
So Pat jumped in his truck and went on a drive on our behalf. Pat drove from the entrance of Bay County’s new airport and timed how long it took to reach certain well-known points along U.S. Highway 98 in Walton and Okaloosa counties. The exact route was west from the airport on County Road 388, south on State Highway 79 and then west on U.S. 98.
On the way back to Panama City Beach Pat drove from the entrance of Northwest Florida Regional Airport in Okaloosa County and timed how long it took to reach the same points along U.S. 98. The exact route was State Road 85 north to Niceville, then State Road 20 east through Niceville, then State Road 293 south across the Mid-Bay Bridge to U.S. Highway 98.
The results of Pat’s field trip follow. Note that Pat made the drive on a Wednesday in the middle of December so drive times will definitely be longer during prime time from either direction.
1. The east entrance to State Road 30A in east Walton County, 21 minutes
2. The intersection with County Road 295, which ends at Seaside and WaterColor, 29 minutes
3. The intersection with County Road 283, which ends at Grayton Beach, 31 minutes
4. The intersection with County Road 393, which ends at Dune Allen Beach, 37 minutes
5. The west entrance to 30A, 40 minutes
6. The Silver Sands shopping area, 46 minutes
7. Destin Commons, 51 minutes.
And, in reverse order, here is how long it took to drive to the same points from Okaloosa County’s airport:
1. Destin Commons, 26 minutes
2. Silver Sands, 34 minutes
3. The west entrance to 30A, 40 minutes
4. County Road 393, 43 minutes
5. County Road 283, 48 minutes
6. County Road 395, 50 minutes
7. East entrance to 30A, 59 minutes
So if you are a traveler heading to points west of the west entrance of 30A, you will save a few minutes if you begin your drive from Okaloosa County’s airport. But if you are heading to points east of the west entrance of 30A, then you would be better off beginning from the new Bay County Airport.
Of course, the real lesson here is that the difference in drive time is negligible.
Pat’s conclusion…Rather than focusing on drive time from the airports, travelers should focus on the price of their airline tickets. And Southwest’s arrival to Bay County’s airport should create competition that means lower ticket prices all around. That’s a present we can all enjoy.
Pat did not include the drive time to our Panama City Beach Condo Reserve The Best Panama City Beach Condos for Your Beach Vacation
I will:
From PCB – 12 minutes
From Okaloosa 63 minutes
On a side note Pam and I are booked on the first direct flight from Nashville to Panama City Beach on Mat 23rd. I hope you join us!
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Panama City Beach - Southwest Airlines Announces Fares and Flights To/From Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
Panama City Beach - Carrier Will Operate Eight Daily Nonstop Flights From Panama City Beach, FL Beginning May 23, 2010
DALLAS, Dec 16, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Grab your beach ball, it's on! Southwest Airlines brings FUN in the sun to Panama City Beach, Florida! Flights are on sale today for the much-anticipated May 23, 2010, start of service! The Dallas-based airline will offer a better way to the beach with a total of eight daily nonstop departures:
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Nashville (BNA) - two daily flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Houston Hobby (HOU) - two daily flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - two daily
flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Orlando (MCO) - two daily flights
Southwest is offering these new flights with fares as low as $49 each way to Orlando and $69 each way to Baltimore/Washington, Houston, and Nashville with a 14-day advance purchase (see fare rules below). For more information on the new service see our blog post: blogsouthwest.com.
"Southwest Airlines is excited to bring to this brand new, top-notch airport an all-jet Boeing 737 fleet, our generous Bags Fly Free service where we don't charge you extra for your first two checked bags, and our outstanding Customer Service," said Bob Montgomery, Southwest Airlines Vice President of Properties. "We have been eyeing this region for a long time and have been extremely impressed by the amount of passion the community has put behind bringing Southwest Airlines to their hometown."
In addition to the eight daily nonstop flights, Southwest Airlines will offer direct or connecting service to more than 58 destinations from Panama City Beach, including Dallas and Chicago. Southwest Airlines will operate from Gate 3 at the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport with approximately 30-35 Employees who will call the region home.
When shopping for Southwest online, it's important to know that Southwest Airlines' low fares are only available at www.southwest.com. Not only will Customers find Southwest's great rates online at www.southwest.com, but the site also hosts Southwest's Travel Guide where Customers can check out insider travel tips posted by those who frequent the Emerald Coast.
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DALLAS, Dec 16, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Grab your beach ball, it's on! Southwest Airlines brings FUN in the sun to Panama City Beach, Florida! Flights are on sale today for the much-anticipated May 23, 2010, start of service! The Dallas-based airline will offer a better way to the beach with a total of eight daily nonstop departures:
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Nashville (BNA) - two daily flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Houston Hobby (HOU) - two daily flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - two daily
flights
-- Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Orlando (MCO) - two daily flights
Southwest is offering these new flights with fares as low as $49 each way to Orlando and $69 each way to Baltimore/Washington, Houston, and Nashville with a 14-day advance purchase (see fare rules below). For more information on the new service see our blog post: blogsouthwest.com.
"Southwest Airlines is excited to bring to this brand new, top-notch airport an all-jet Boeing 737 fleet, our generous Bags Fly Free service where we don't charge you extra for your first two checked bags, and our outstanding Customer Service," said Bob Montgomery, Southwest Airlines Vice President of Properties. "We have been eyeing this region for a long time and have been extremely impressed by the amount of passion the community has put behind bringing Southwest Airlines to their hometown."
In addition to the eight daily nonstop flights, Southwest Airlines will offer direct or connecting service to more than 58 destinations from Panama City Beach, including Dallas and Chicago. Southwest Airlines will operate from Gate 3 at the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport with approximately 30-35 Employees who will call the region home.
When shopping for Southwest online, it's important to know that Southwest Airlines' low fares are only available at www.southwest.com. Not only will Customers find Southwest's great rates online at www.southwest.com, but the site also hosts Southwest's Travel Guide where Customers can check out insider travel tips posted by those who frequent the Emerald Coast.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Panama City Beach - Southwest To Announce Destination Cities
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Here is the news that you all have been waiting for…Southwest Airlines on Wednesday will announce its four destination cities to and from the new Panama City airport, along with special introductory fares.
Bob Montgomery, Southwest vice president of properties, will make the announcement during a press conference at 10 a.m. at the Breakers Restaurant in Panama City Beach. Officials have anxiously awaited the location of the four “gateway” cities from which Southwest plans to schedule its eight daily non-stop flights to the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, scheduled to open May 18 near West Bay.
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Bay County Tourist Development Council (TDC) officials say they want to jump-start a marketing campaign in the cities once they were announced, particularly using the new social media such as Twitter and Facebook.
“We are waiting to get the names of the cities,” said TDC executive director Dan Rowe. “It is a very important day. When they start selling tickets, it really brings energy to the whole project.”
Watch for my post of the cities tolowwor morning!
Bob Montgomery, Southwest vice president of properties, will make the announcement during a press conference at 10 a.m. at the Breakers Restaurant in Panama City Beach. Officials have anxiously awaited the location of the four “gateway” cities from which Southwest plans to schedule its eight daily non-stop flights to the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, scheduled to open May 18 near West Bay.
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Bay County Tourist Development Council (TDC) officials say they want to jump-start a marketing campaign in the cities once they were announced, particularly using the new social media such as Twitter and Facebook.
“We are waiting to get the names of the cities,” said TDC executive director Dan Rowe. “It is a very important day. When they start selling tickets, it really brings energy to the whole project.”
Watch for my post of the cities tolowwor morning!
Friday, December 11, 2009
Panama City Beach – Nightlife Listing - December 10-16, 2009
Panama City Beach – Hey Pat here is the stuff for you and Connie to do this weekend while you are at our Panama City Beach Condo Reserve The Best Panama City Beach Condos for Your Beach Vacation Courtesy of the News Herald. I still hope to get to one of the Boatyard Little black Dress Parties but I always seem to be in Nashville instead of PCB. Have fun this week. Check it out on Thursday Night!
Looks like some New Years Eve opportunities as well!
BEACH VFW
At Panama City Beach
17680 Ashley Dr. , PCB, FL 249-3025
Call for membership/guest information
Every Thurs. 2-6 p.m. Ms. Cues
Fri. 7 p.m.-till: Cross Fire Band in the Ballroom
Sat. 3-7 p.m.: Todd Sparks in the Ballroom (2-6 CrockPot yumms)
Every Wednesday 2-5 p.m.: “Big Al” and Beach musicians in the Ballroom
BETSY ANN RIVER BOAT
5505 Sun Harbor Rd. 233-7487
Located at the SUN HARBOR MARINA
Saturday: Santa Claus Cruise, 12-1:30 p.m.…Bring $20 unwrapped gift for donation to Boys & Girls Club & ride for FREE. Boarding 11:30.
Annual Parade of Lights Cruise, 4-8 p.m. Board 3:30
Sunday: Blues, Booze and Bustiers Cruise. Live blues music-ladies wear your favorite bustier & your 1st drink is free! 3-5 p.m. Only $10pp
New Years Eve Cruise, 9:30-12:30
www.betsyannriverboat.net
BOAR'S HEAD RESTAURANT & TAVERN
17290 Front Beach Road, 234-6628
Olde English style restaurant with award winning wines. Join Pat "C" in the Tavern Wednesday-Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. with guitar and vocals that will remind you of Joan Baez or Joni Mitchell. Relax with cocktails and appetizers, or coffee and dessert, or for a full coarse dinner while hearing her sassy but beautiful rendition of old standards that complement your evening here.
THE BOATYARD
5323 N. Lagoon Drive.
850-249-9273 - www.boatyardclub.com
Open 7 days a week - 11 a.m. til….
Real Good Food. Cool Music. Birdseye View of Grand Lagoon. The Boatyard is located on the docks of Grand Lagoon behind Capt. Anderson's restaurant... Dress is casual, prices are reasonable.
Reservations are not necessary and plenty of boat slips are available if you are coming by boat.
**Stop by to pick up your Lunch & Martini Club Cards.**
SUSHI BAR - Thurs. thru Sun., 4 p.m.-close
“TUESDAYS ARE FOR FRIENDS” - "Friends" (Friends of Grand Lagoon) every Tuesday evening this fall/winter, Boatyard will provide a special 4-course dinner to include a soup, a salad, a choice from 2 entrees, and a dessert, all for only $12.95 per person. $1 from each dinner will be donated to the Friends of Grand Lagoon.
LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY – Thurs. Dec. 17th – Steve Wiggins Band & DJ Vladi
The hottest party on the Coast is for a good cause, raising money to fight breast cancer. Slip into your favorite LBD for a beautiful… classic and FUN night out! Boatyard salutes beautiful women at their beautiful best! You could win a beautiful designer little black dress from Envy Boutique. Start with a tall frosty flute of champagne for all ladies in their best little black and each lady receives a custom LBD gift bag full of goodies and discounts at all your favorite shops, salons and fun spots. There are stylish gifts for everyone, and Chef Konrad has cooked up a delicious assortment of yummy and free little edibles for the Ladies in Black. Plus, $2 import beer specials and $3 Mojitos, Bellinis, Chambord and frosty sexy drinks for the ladies – all night long.
NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER & DANCE – Dec. 31 – Chef Konrad is preparing a Gourmet Dinner menu. Menu can be found on website www.boatyardclub.com. Entertainment Provided by DJ VLADI. Fireworks at Midnight. No Cover Charge
Call NOW to make your reservations.
BREAKERS
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Breakers Winter Schedule-Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
The Main Dining room opens at 4 p.m.
The Breakers is available for Holiday Parties, up to 250 guests.
*Make your reservations now for our traditional Christmas buffet, serving 11 a.m.till 6 p.m.
Todd Herendeen, returns with “A Very Elvis Christmas,” December 11, 12, 18, 19 & 26th.
*New Year’s Eve reservations are also available, call for party information, 234-6060
www.breakerspcbeach.com
CALYPSO BEACH CAFÉ & SPORTS GRILLE
15812 Front Beach Road, 850-234-6788.
Mon. – Fri, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. $5.99 Lunch specials
4–6 p.m. $10.99 Early Bird Specials
Daily Happy Hour specials
Try a 22 degree chilled Bud or Bud Light – Tasty!
Saturday – You want to watch your College basketball team– we’ve got the game your looking for on over 90 TV’s!
Sunday - Food, Fun, Flavor and the NFL. Drink specials ALL day long.
Try the “Tampa 2” Tacos with a “4th Down” Daiquiris!!
Monday – Monday Night Football
2 for 1 wells-2 for 1 drafts
Tuesday – Live Trivia with Chris Berry starting at 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Learn to dance with Mary and Patrick. Instructions start at 6 p.m. Come early and join in the fun!
“Get updates and become a Fan on Facebook.”
“Follow us on Twitter!
Check schedules for all sports on our website: www.calypsobeachcafe.com
CRAZY MARLIN’S
6628 Thomas Drive, 249-5270
Wed. – Sat./$6.95 Lunch Specials (11 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Thurs. - Ladies Night w/DJ Kenno…$1 Off Drinks For All Locals
Fri. – Kuhlcher Korner Presents…3 Ska/Punk Bands for only $5
Sat. - Enjoy Football on our 140" screen w/ $.25 wings & $5 pitchers!!
Live Music after the Games
Sun. - SUNDAY BRUNCH….Live Music by Marcus Words…Endless Bloody Mary Bar
Mon. & Tues. - CLOSED
Wed. - BAR WARS
FIREFLY
$14.95 Early Dining Specials 5-6 p.m. nightly!
Sushi Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 5-7 p.m.: Buy one roll get one half price, half price hot Sake & $5 Vodka Martini¹s.
Join us for “Tini Tuesday¹s”, all Vodka Martini¹s $5.
A night spot for upscale locals and guests who are looking for something different than our usual beach bars.
In the Shoppes at Edgewater, Panama City Beach.
Open 5 p.m. daily.
850-249-3359. fireflypcb.com
THE GRAND
11800 Front Beach Rd., 249-1447
Grand Panama Resort Tower II
MEET ME AT THE GRAND
Thursday & Friday: Acoustix, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: Bitter Sweet, 8 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday & Wednesday: Wayne Morton, Live Piano
MS. NEWBY'S
8711 Thomas Drive, 234-0030
Friday & Saturday: SCREAMIN FLEAS, 9 p.m.
Sunday: BIYOU’S OPEN MIKE, 3 p.m.
Tues. & Wed.: KARAOKE
NEWBY'S TOO
4103 Thomas Drive (on the curve), 234-6203
Open everyday 7 a.m. until
Thurs.-Sat.: Rock Star Karaoke w/Anita, 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Bucket Specials
Sunday & Monday: Football
Sports Bar, Pool, Foosball, and Darts
Smokers Welcome
PIER BAR
9875 S. THOMAS DR., P.C.B.
850-235-0928
FRI. DEC. 11TH 7 P.M.
STERLING FLETCHER
Saturday, Dec. 12th:
COLLEGE GAME PLAN
Sunday, Dec. 13th:
SUNDAY TICKET
SCHEDULE: pineapplewillys.com
Myspace.com/willyspierbar
THE PLACE
429 Harrison Ave. , 785-3010
Friday: Turtlefoot & Friends, 8 p.m.
All you can eat family style fish fry, $9.99
“Home for the Holidays” Downtown
SCHOONERS
5121 Gulf Drive 850-235-3555
www.schooners.com
Open 7 days a week – 11 a.m. till……
Lunch is awesome. Dinner is awesome. The bands are awesome. The beach is awesome. The sunsets are awesome. As a matter of fact, this just might be the best place on earth.
LIVE MUSIC: PHAR FLETCHER- Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Now taking reservations for Holiday Parties
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER & DANCE: Hosted by Troy Syfrett & The Nashville Mafia,
Dinner music provided by Boyd & Wood.
Call now to reserve your dinner reservations.
SHARKY'S RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB
15201 Front Beach Road 235-2420
One of the last places on Panama City Beach where you can dine right on the beach, watch the sunset at the Tiki Bar and enjoy a cocktail.
Serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Lunch Specials, M-F, 11-3, $5.99
Early Bird Specials, M-F, 4-6
Friday & Saturday: Clay Musgrave, 6-10 p.m.
Saturday: College Game Plan
Sunday: NFL Sunday Ticket
SPINNAKER
SPINNAKER BEACH CLUB/PARADISE GRILL/CANTIN Open 7 days a week – 11 a.m.
8795 Thomas Drive / 850-234-7882 / www.spinnakerbeachclub.com
PARADISE GRILL-CLOSED FOR THE SEASON-REOPEN FEBRUARY 2010
* Now Booking Holiday Parties for Large Groups. Menu on the website www.spinnakerbeachclub.com in Event & Catering Section-Available dates are posted on the website calendar.
* SAVE by booking your holiday party Mid Week! Chef PJ is offering $250 off every $1,250 spent if you book your party Monday-Thursday. Offer valid Dec. 8-23, 2010
SPINNAKER- Friday & Saturday 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
* Free Entry for Everyone till 10 p.m.
* Dance Party with DJ Will & DJ NYU
* Friday – Ladies Night Party – Ladies 21+ get in FREE All Nite!
* Saturday – Sex & The City Party – Ladies 21+ get in FREE til 12.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
* “All I Want for Christmas-Naughty or Nice” Holiday Fashion Show from CK’s Secrets – Dec. 11th.
* New Years Eve Black & White Ball. Dinner & Dance Party, Dec 31ST – Gourmet Dinner from Chef PJ. Live Music with Ocean Street. DJ’s Will, NYU & Tadashi.
Call now to reserve your table! Menu and pricing available at www.spinnakerbeachclub.com on the event calendar.
Looks like some New Years Eve opportunities as well!
BEACH VFW
At Panama City Beach
17680 Ashley Dr. , PCB, FL 249-3025
Call for membership/guest information
Every Thurs. 2-6 p.m. Ms. Cues
Fri. 7 p.m.-till: Cross Fire Band in the Ballroom
Sat. 3-7 p.m.: Todd Sparks in the Ballroom (2-6 CrockPot yumms)
Every Wednesday 2-5 p.m.: “Big Al” and Beach musicians in the Ballroom
BETSY ANN RIVER BOAT
5505 Sun Harbor Rd. 233-7487
Located at the SUN HARBOR MARINA
Saturday: Santa Claus Cruise, 12-1:30 p.m.…Bring $20 unwrapped gift for donation to Boys & Girls Club & ride for FREE. Boarding 11:30.
Annual Parade of Lights Cruise, 4-8 p.m. Board 3:30
Sunday: Blues, Booze and Bustiers Cruise. Live blues music-ladies wear your favorite bustier & your 1st drink is free! 3-5 p.m. Only $10pp
New Years Eve Cruise, 9:30-12:30
www.betsyannriverboat.net
BOAR'S HEAD RESTAURANT & TAVERN
17290 Front Beach Road, 234-6628
Olde English style restaurant with award winning wines. Join Pat "C" in the Tavern Wednesday-Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. with guitar and vocals that will remind you of Joan Baez or Joni Mitchell. Relax with cocktails and appetizers, or coffee and dessert, or for a full coarse dinner while hearing her sassy but beautiful rendition of old standards that complement your evening here.
THE BOATYARD
5323 N. Lagoon Drive.
850-249-9273 - www.boatyardclub.com
Open 7 days a week - 11 a.m. til….
Real Good Food. Cool Music. Birdseye View of Grand Lagoon. The Boatyard is located on the docks of Grand Lagoon behind Capt. Anderson's restaurant... Dress is casual, prices are reasonable.
Reservations are not necessary and plenty of boat slips are available if you are coming by boat.
**Stop by to pick up your Lunch & Martini Club Cards.**
SUSHI BAR - Thurs. thru Sun., 4 p.m.-close
“TUESDAYS ARE FOR FRIENDS” - "Friends" (Friends of Grand Lagoon) every Tuesday evening this fall/winter, Boatyard will provide a special 4-course dinner to include a soup, a salad, a choice from 2 entrees, and a dessert, all for only $12.95 per person. $1 from each dinner will be donated to the Friends of Grand Lagoon.
LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY – Thurs. Dec. 17th – Steve Wiggins Band & DJ Vladi
The hottest party on the Coast is for a good cause, raising money to fight breast cancer. Slip into your favorite LBD for a beautiful… classic and FUN night out! Boatyard salutes beautiful women at their beautiful best! You could win a beautiful designer little black dress from Envy Boutique. Start with a tall frosty flute of champagne for all ladies in their best little black and each lady receives a custom LBD gift bag full of goodies and discounts at all your favorite shops, salons and fun spots. There are stylish gifts for everyone, and Chef Konrad has cooked up a delicious assortment of yummy and free little edibles for the Ladies in Black. Plus, $2 import beer specials and $3 Mojitos, Bellinis, Chambord and frosty sexy drinks for the ladies – all night long.
NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER & DANCE – Dec. 31 – Chef Konrad is preparing a Gourmet Dinner menu. Menu can be found on website www.boatyardclub.com. Entertainment Provided by DJ VLADI. Fireworks at Midnight. No Cover Charge
Call NOW to make your reservations.
BREAKERS
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Breakers Winter Schedule-Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
The Main Dining room opens at 4 p.m.
The Breakers is available for Holiday Parties, up to 250 guests.
*Make your reservations now for our traditional Christmas buffet, serving 11 a.m.till 6 p.m.
Todd Herendeen, returns with “A Very Elvis Christmas,” December 11, 12, 18, 19 & 26th.
*New Year’s Eve reservations are also available, call for party information, 234-6060
www.breakerspcbeach.com
CALYPSO BEACH CAFÉ & SPORTS GRILLE
15812 Front Beach Road, 850-234-6788.
Mon. – Fri, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. $5.99 Lunch specials
4–6 p.m. $10.99 Early Bird Specials
Daily Happy Hour specials
Try a 22 degree chilled Bud or Bud Light – Tasty!
Saturday – You want to watch your College basketball team– we’ve got the game your looking for on over 90 TV’s!
Sunday - Food, Fun, Flavor and the NFL. Drink specials ALL day long.
Try the “Tampa 2” Tacos with a “4th Down” Daiquiris!!
Monday – Monday Night Football
2 for 1 wells-2 for 1 drafts
Tuesday – Live Trivia with Chris Berry starting at 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Learn to dance with Mary and Patrick. Instructions start at 6 p.m. Come early and join in the fun!
“Get updates and become a Fan on Facebook.”
“Follow us on Twitter!
Check schedules for all sports on our website: www.calypsobeachcafe.com
CRAZY MARLIN’S
6628 Thomas Drive, 249-5270
Wed. – Sat./$6.95 Lunch Specials (11 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Thurs. - Ladies Night w/DJ Kenno…$1 Off Drinks For All Locals
Fri. – Kuhlcher Korner Presents…3 Ska/Punk Bands for only $5
Sat. - Enjoy Football on our 140" screen w/ $.25 wings & $5 pitchers!!
Live Music after the Games
Sun. - SUNDAY BRUNCH….Live Music by Marcus Words…Endless Bloody Mary Bar
Mon. & Tues. - CLOSED
Wed. - BAR WARS
FIREFLY
$14.95 Early Dining Specials 5-6 p.m. nightly!
Sushi Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 5-7 p.m.: Buy one roll get one half price, half price hot Sake & $5 Vodka Martini¹s.
Join us for “Tini Tuesday¹s”, all Vodka Martini¹s $5.
A night spot for upscale locals and guests who are looking for something different than our usual beach bars.
In the Shoppes at Edgewater, Panama City Beach.
Open 5 p.m. daily.
850-249-3359. fireflypcb.com
THE GRAND
11800 Front Beach Rd., 249-1447
Grand Panama Resort Tower II
MEET ME AT THE GRAND
Thursday & Friday: Acoustix, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: Bitter Sweet, 8 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday & Wednesday: Wayne Morton, Live Piano
MS. NEWBY'S
8711 Thomas Drive, 234-0030
Friday & Saturday: SCREAMIN FLEAS, 9 p.m.
Sunday: BIYOU’S OPEN MIKE, 3 p.m.
Tues. & Wed.: KARAOKE
NEWBY'S TOO
4103 Thomas Drive (on the curve), 234-6203
Open everyday 7 a.m. until
Thurs.-Sat.: Rock Star Karaoke w/Anita, 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Bucket Specials
Sunday & Monday: Football
Sports Bar, Pool, Foosball, and Darts
Smokers Welcome
PIER BAR
9875 S. THOMAS DR., P.C.B.
850-235-0928
FRI. DEC. 11TH 7 P.M.
STERLING FLETCHER
Saturday, Dec. 12th:
COLLEGE GAME PLAN
Sunday, Dec. 13th:
SUNDAY TICKET
SCHEDULE: pineapplewillys.com
Myspace.com/willyspierbar
THE PLACE
429 Harrison Ave. , 785-3010
Friday: Turtlefoot & Friends, 8 p.m.
All you can eat family style fish fry, $9.99
“Home for the Holidays” Downtown
SCHOONERS
5121 Gulf Drive 850-235-3555
www.schooners.com
Open 7 days a week – 11 a.m. till……
Lunch is awesome. Dinner is awesome. The bands are awesome. The beach is awesome. The sunsets are awesome. As a matter of fact, this just might be the best place on earth.
LIVE MUSIC: PHAR FLETCHER- Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Now taking reservations for Holiday Parties
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER & DANCE: Hosted by Troy Syfrett & The Nashville Mafia,
Dinner music provided by Boyd & Wood.
Call now to reserve your dinner reservations.
SHARKY'S RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB
15201 Front Beach Road 235-2420
One of the last places on Panama City Beach where you can dine right on the beach, watch the sunset at the Tiki Bar and enjoy a cocktail.
Serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Lunch Specials, M-F, 11-3, $5.99
Early Bird Specials, M-F, 4-6
Friday & Saturday: Clay Musgrave, 6-10 p.m.
Saturday: College Game Plan
Sunday: NFL Sunday Ticket
SPINNAKER
SPINNAKER BEACH CLUB/PARADISE GRILL/CANTIN Open 7 days a week – 11 a.m.
8795 Thomas Drive / 850-234-7882 / www.spinnakerbeachclub.com
PARADISE GRILL-CLOSED FOR THE SEASON-REOPEN FEBRUARY 2010
* Now Booking Holiday Parties for Large Groups. Menu on the website www.spinnakerbeachclub.com in Event & Catering Section-Available dates are posted on the website calendar.
* SAVE by booking your holiday party Mid Week! Chef PJ is offering $250 off every $1,250 spent if you book your party Monday-Thursday. Offer valid Dec. 8-23, 2010
SPINNAKER- Friday & Saturday 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
* Free Entry for Everyone till 10 p.m.
* Dance Party with DJ Will & DJ NYU
* Friday – Ladies Night Party – Ladies 21+ get in FREE All Nite!
* Saturday – Sex & The City Party – Ladies 21+ get in FREE til 12.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
* “All I Want for Christmas-Naughty or Nice” Holiday Fashion Show from CK’s Secrets – Dec. 11th.
* New Years Eve Black & White Ball. Dinner & Dance Party, Dec 31ST – Gourmet Dinner from Chef PJ. Live Music with Ocean Street. DJ’s Will, NYU & Tadashi.
Call now to reserve your table! Menu and pricing available at www.spinnakerbeachclub.com on the event calendar.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Panama City Beach – Northwest Florida in Frommer’s TOP 12 in the World for 2010
Panama City Beach – We have always known that our Panama City Beach Condo Reserve The Best Panama City Beach Condos for Your Beach Vacation is in a great spot. More and more travel guides are starting to agree with us.
Among worldwide favorites such as Copenhagen, Hawaii, and Melbourne Australia, Northwest Florida’s Beaches have been named in Frommer’s most recent list of Top Destinations.
Here’s what they had to say: Like the Rodney Dangerfield of the American Southeast, Florida’s panhandle never gets the respect it deserves. Dubbed the “Redneck Riviera” by dismissive northerners, northwest Florida, in fact, contains some of the most diverse recreation choices along Florida’s drastically under-appreciated Gulf coast, and some of the best options for visitors seeking an affordable family vacation.
From Destin to the west, where you can hire a fishing or sailing charter, to the smattering of National Seashores as you move east toward Panama City Beach, there’s really something for everyone. Seaside’s planned community is so “perfect” it was the setting for the The Truman Show, yet you’ll also find old-school Florida towns with funky shops, tiny hotels, pristine beaches, and the perfect cottage to rent.
“Stunning beaches, nature trails … great restaurants, and a cozy, yet quirky, sense of community.” — Lesley Abravanel, author Frommer’s Florida.
Come and discover Panama City Beach for yourself!
Among worldwide favorites such as Copenhagen, Hawaii, and Melbourne Australia, Northwest Florida’s Beaches have been named in Frommer’s most recent list of Top Destinations.
Here’s what they had to say: Like the Rodney Dangerfield of the American Southeast, Florida’s panhandle never gets the respect it deserves. Dubbed the “Redneck Riviera” by dismissive northerners, northwest Florida, in fact, contains some of the most diverse recreation choices along Florida’s drastically under-appreciated Gulf coast, and some of the best options for visitors seeking an affordable family vacation.
From Destin to the west, where you can hire a fishing or sailing charter, to the smattering of National Seashores as you move east toward Panama City Beach, there’s really something for everyone. Seaside’s planned community is so “perfect” it was the setting for the The Truman Show, yet you’ll also find old-school Florida towns with funky shops, tiny hotels, pristine beaches, and the perfect cottage to rent.
“Stunning beaches, nature trails … great restaurants, and a cozy, yet quirky, sense of community.” — Lesley Abravanel, author Frommer’s Florida.
Come and discover Panama City Beach for yourself!
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Panama City Beach – Guest Comments from Best Panama City Beach Condo
Panama City Beach – Looking for a nice Panama City Beach Condo for your next beach vacation? Reserve The Best Panama City Beach Condos for Your Beach Vacation Here are a couple of comments from our guests at Celadon Beach Resort…
October 16, 2009
Celadon Beach Resort 1105
Jerry & Pam
We enjoyed our stay at Celadon. The condo was very comfortable and clean. We attended the Seafood, Wine & Music Fest on Sunday evening. Grand Funk Railroad was awesome! The balance of the week was spent at the beach soaking up the rays … and eating. Our favorite restaurant is Boars Head. All the food is delicious – the Key Lime Pie is the best we’ve found.
Linda & Jerry
Evansville, IN
Celadon Beach Resort November 20-28, 2009
1405
Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with our family. There are four in our family and we had plenty of room. We normally go to Destin for the week of Thanksgiving but we decided to try Panama City. We have really enjoyed our stay here. The weather was wonderful. We saw tons of sting rays, three dolphins and one large jelly fish. Our kids had a wonderful time playing on the beach. The temperature was an average of 70-75 degrees all week. We ate at Margaritaville – good atmosphere but don’t go there expecting seafood. Sharky’s was my favorite and the kids loved the playground on the beach. My husband liked the “all u can eat crab legs” at Dirty Dick’s but the regular menu items were a little pricy. We will be back hopefully in July, 2010. We look forward to it and trying Angelo’s Steakhouse and Captain Andersons.
Thank you for sharing your little piece of Heaven with us. Your condo was great, neatly kept and well equipped and just what we needed. See you again soon!
James and Samantha
Rogersville, Al
October 16, 2009
Celadon Beach Resort 1105
Jerry & Pam
We enjoyed our stay at Celadon. The condo was very comfortable and clean. We attended the Seafood, Wine & Music Fest on Sunday evening. Grand Funk Railroad was awesome! The balance of the week was spent at the beach soaking up the rays … and eating. Our favorite restaurant is Boars Head. All the food is delicious – the Key Lime Pie is the best we’ve found.
Linda & Jerry
Evansville, IN
Celadon Beach Resort November 20-28, 2009
1405
Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with our family. There are four in our family and we had plenty of room. We normally go to Destin for the week of Thanksgiving but we decided to try Panama City. We have really enjoyed our stay here. The weather was wonderful. We saw tons of sting rays, three dolphins and one large jelly fish. Our kids had a wonderful time playing on the beach. The temperature was an average of 70-75 degrees all week. We ate at Margaritaville – good atmosphere but don’t go there expecting seafood. Sharky’s was my favorite and the kids loved the playground on the beach. My husband liked the “all u can eat crab legs” at Dirty Dick’s but the regular menu items were a little pricy. We will be back hopefully in July, 2010. We look forward to it and trying Angelo’s Steakhouse and Captain Andersons.
Thank you for sharing your little piece of Heaven with us. Your condo was great, neatly kept and well equipped and just what we needed. See you again soon!
James and Samantha
Rogersville, Al
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