Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise in Panama City Beach

If you’re traveling with young kids in tow, you cannot bypass the Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise in Panama City Beach, FL, located behind the Boatyard restaurant by the Lighthouse Marina.
Take a ride on a real 85-foot pirate ship equipped with canon and pirate flags!

Captain “Fearless” Phil and his terrific pirate crew make sure that there is never a dull moment during this two-hour cruise. The kids will be busy and entranced the entire time. Your faithful pirate captain is there to direct the ship and make sure everyone is doing their job. He also plays lively pirate music to encourage everyone to play their roles and dance to the tunes.

After all the kids are supplied with water guns for a fun wet time, the boys get to be deck hands as they mop or ‘swab the deck.’ The girls will take their time getting their faces painted and wearing pirate hats. Then it’s time to get serious about this swashbuckling adventure full of sword fights and pirate games. As things begin to get really exciting, the cannons are ignited and a sunken treasure is retrieved from the ocean depths with treasure for all the kids. All of the plundering young pirates will receive some type of sea roving treasure with their adventure on the Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise in Panama City Beach, Florida.

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Sea Screamer Sightseeing Speed Boat

Glide smoothly through the ocean waves on an eight mile sightseeing cruise in Panama City Beach, Florida on the Sea Screamer Sightseeing Speed Boat. Take in some absolutely wondrous views from this water vessel as you cruise along the coastline of a beautiful area of the Gulf of Mexico. The bright yellow Sea Screamer can be found at the Lighthouse Marina on North Lagoon Drive. The ticket booth is by the Famous Boatyard Restaurant near the water and docks. Cruises last between 90 minutes and two hours and get rave reviews. The Sunset Cruises are particularly enjoyable.

The crew of the Sea Screamer is welcoming as they play host on this trip. Captain Andy and his first mate, Cody, know all the right spots to stop for the most interesting sights. With many great stories to tell, the captain keeps the passengers very entertained. The ocean comes to life with many marine creatures, including common sighting of playful dolphin. Dependent on the time you go and with lots of luck, the dolphin are sometimes very abundant. Everybody absolutely loves to watch them play and Captain Andy is very good at finding them. They often swim and jump in the wake of the boat. Kids sometimes get to experience a turn at the wheel while they steer under the captains attentive supervision. There’s a cannon on the boat that creates great fun and the sound it makes as it bounces back off the hotels and condos is pretty neat. The cruise comes equipped with water blasters for spraying on really hot days. Kids and adults alike welcome being sprayed with the cool refreshing water.

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Shell Island Florida

One of the highlights of any trip to Panama City Beach, Florida is a visit to Shell Island. As part of St. Andrews State Park, this undeveloped and isolated piece of land offers superb tropic enjoyment. Whether you spend an entire day snorkeling, swimming, fishing, sunning and going on nature walks or choose to limit yourself to just a couple of hours exploring and enjoying the wildlife, this is a great way to experience the undisturbed beauty of a 700-acre barrier island.

There are a variety of ways to gain transportation to Shell Island in Florida. The best known way is to take the shuttle that runs from St. Andrews State Park to the island every half hour from 9 am to 5 pm daily, seven days a week. The last shuttle going to the island is at 4 pm. If you use this means, just be absolutely sure you don’t miss the last shuttle of the day at 5 pm, unless the idea of being stranded on an uninhabited island overnight appeals to you. Shell Island Shuttle does not come free, the price is $14.95 for adults and $6.95 for children. Infants receive complimentary rides. Most people feel that it is worth the price to spend a day on the island, while other prefer renting a pontoon boat and going on their own. They also offer snorkeling packages that include equipment and transportation at $21.95 for adults and $16.95 for kids 12 and under. Kayaking is another activity that they offer. A single kayak is $55/day while the tandem kayaks run $65/day. Transportation is included in the kayak rental prices. When you visit the website at http://www.shellislandshuttle.com/ click on the link for Discount Coupons. Though they may change, the coupons offer $1 off Shuttle Boat tickets and $2 off Snorkeling Packages.

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Airboat Adventures in Panama City Beach

Let Airboat Adventures in Panama City Beach, FL take you on a discovery tour of the lesser traveled rivers, creeks, marshlands and West Bay of the Panama City Beach area. You’ll find these trips on the Swampvette and Mudstang airboats to be loads of fun for vacationers of all ages. Don’t tell the kids that they are also getting valuable science and history lessons to boot. Go in search of a multitude of wildlife that are native to this Florida territory as you skim across the water with the growl of powerful engines. The Swampvette accommodates groups as large as 18, while the Mudstang is great for smaller parties up to 6 passengers. While aboard these Everglade style airboats, you’ll need to keep your eyes pealed for any and all native wildlife. Some of the fascinating creatures you might see are alligators, bald eagles, heron and even dolphins when you’re need the deeper waters.

The boat captains are terrific with a great deal of knowledge to share. They are all U.S. Coast Guard licensed Master Captains and provide riveting information with loads of fast running boat action. Airboat Adventures provides several trips daily and usually one each evening. Sunset/Night trips are particularly enticing as the gators love to come out after dusk. The darkness greatly adds to the suspense and anticipation of never knowing what you’ll find around the next turn.

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Tidewater Beach Resort in Panama City Beach

Tidewater Beach is a fairly new resort at Panama City Beach that offers guests many attractive amenities during their stay. These classy condominiums boasts two lagoon pools that are each 4,200 square feet, a heated indoor pool, a health bar and spa, an over 4,000 square foot fitness center with steam room and sauna and even a movie/media center and on-site restaurant. Their 600 feet of classic beaches and incredibly clear aqua waters provide a leisurely oasis for enjoying a fantastic vacation.

Guest rooms at the Tidewater Beach condos in Panama City Beach range from one to three bedroom units that will accommodate four to fourteen people. All units have luxurious ocean front views from their balconies. The one-bedroom condos will sleep 4-6 people and will have one or two baths. The two-bedroom units hold 6-8 individuals with 2-3 baths, and three-bedroom condos are suitable for 8-14 guests depending on the unit and have three baths. A visit to the ResortQuest website will provide more information on the individual condos.

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Palazzo Condos in Panama City Beach

The beautiful Palazzo Condos in Panama City Beach, Florida that opened in 2008 is found on the peaceful west end of Panama City Beach. Those of you that previously heard of, seen or stayed at the former Island Breeze Motel across from Boar’s Head Restaurant will be delighted to find that it was replaced by the new and luxurious Palazzo Resort Condominium. One of the greatest attractions to this condo is what is referred to as low density occupancy. In comparison to most of the other desirable locations in the area with hundreds of units, Palazzo offers a very limited 129 residences lying on 220 feet of pristine beach. This offers a more private and secluded atmosphere. Each and every condo allows guests splendid views of the ocean and white sandy beaches. An elevated tropical beach front pool with spa tub adds elegance along with the beautiful water feature.

One, two and three-bedroom floor plans are available to accommodate your group. The one-bedroom, two bath unit has a bunk area and 1,026 square feet of wonderful space. The two-bedroom, two bath condo also has a bunk area with an expanded 1,345 square feet. Three-bedroom units vary in size with all having three baths. They start with the interior units that measure 1,475 square feet, east end rooms with an even more spacious 1,849 square feet and the west end units with 1,874. Decorative ceramic tile is featured in the kitchen, baths and foyer. Fully functional kitchens with granite countertops are a delight with all needed appliances, ice maker in the refrigerator and a microwave oven. To top it all off, all units come with a relaxing garden tub and separate shower in the master bath.

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Origin At Seahaven in Panama City Beach

The Towne of Seahaven in Panama City Beach, FL is a 52-acre oasis that is the newest and greatest area for shopping, dining, night life and lodging with over 1,400 feet of beach front. Situated in this expansive complex is the 329-unit Origin at Seahaven, one of three lodging choices. This Polynesian and Island Easy décor condominium offers a unique first class experience at an affordable price. Origin has a great location that is very convenient to many local attractions. Gulf World Marine Park is only a quarter mile away, with Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Panama City Beach Pier only three miles.

Though not located right on the beachfront, the 17-story Origin is just across the street with extremely easy access. Beach lovers will find themselves only about a three minute walk from the water. Views from the condos at Origin range from resort views to ocean views. Those that want to ensure that they have a great view of the gulf will need to request a unit on the sixth or seventh floor or above, as views from the lower level rooms are often blocked by other buildings.

Right across the street from Origin condos in Panama City Beach, FL is a nice and convenient little beach side restaurant named Sharkey’s. They’re not fancy, but just a good place for bar-type food and drinks. For your nicer meals, you might want to head over to Pier Park about a mile away or visit some of the other nearby eateries.

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Twin Palms Condominium & Resort

Twin Palms Condos & Resort in Panama City Beach, FL provides 22 floors of spacious one and two-bedroom condominiums for guests to choose from. Each of the 90 guest rooms has its own large private balcony with a sensational oceanfront view. These individually owned condominiums in Panama City Beach were designed to provide luxurious getaways at affordable prices. The nine-foot ceilings with crown molding add to the spacious feel and luxurious appearance. Though it is not one of the larger resorts, Twin Palms strives to instill the amenities of a larger complex, but with a more intimate feel and much smaller prices for an environment of quality casual comfort. This Panama City Beach western location conveniently resides on Front Beach Road in the heart of this beach town with 220-feet of wondrous beachfront.

Amenities at the Twin Palms condos include a sizable gulf front pool with indoor and outdoor spa tubs. There is also an exercise room with sauna and steam room for the fitness buffs. Private covered parking is a great asset for the convenience and security of guests.

The terrific one and two-bedroom units are all beachfront and come with fully equipped kitchens, private balconies with superb views and separate living areas. The square footage ranges from 1,020 to 1,400 square feet for these roomy condos. Guests that stay in the two-bedroom units greatly appreciate the additional space, while others find the one-bedroom condos work just fine. Cable television with DVD players are provided for relaxing after a long day on the beach or shopping. Washer/Dryer units offer the much welcome convenience of a quick wash here and there or for making the trip home with clean laundry.

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Angelo’s Steak Pit

If you love steak, then you’re absolutely going to love Angelo’s Steak Pit in Panama City Beach, FL. This place is decades old and probably hasn’t changed any of its décor, but don’t let any of that fool you. The steaks at Angelo’s are arguably the best in Panama City Beach, FL and some of the best steaks you’re bound to find anywhere for that matter.

Some of the most flavorful steaks are the Ribeye and NY Strip, while the filet mignon is full of flavor and extremely tender (my mouth is watering right now just thinking about it!). If you have the stomach for a massive, incredible steak then give the 30oz T-Bone a go. Yep…30 ounces of some of the best steak you’ll ever experience. These steaks have so much flavor that we strongly suggest not using any steak sauce or anything at first…trust us…they’re that good. After a few bites and savoring the flavor, give the Angelo’s steak sauce a try with it’s sweet Vidalia onion taste…it compliments the steaks really well.

As for the other food on the menu, we honestly have no clue! People go to Angelo’s for the steaks….period. However, they do have other items on the menu for people in your party who do not like steaks (or meat for that matter)…but the steaks are the main attraction at Angelo’s Steak Pit.

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The Shrimp Boat Restaurant

The Shrimp Boat Restaurant in Panama City Beach, FL is a blast from the past as it was built in the 1950′s as a small restaurant right on the water serving up fresh seafood. It was popular with the locals as well as visitors that found out about it, but over the years the family-owned restaurant closed its doors in the 1980′s and was torn down in 2002. Loren Smith, the son of the original owner, vowed to resurrect the original appeal of The Shrimp Boat Restaurant and build “the darndest marina and restaurant in that very spot.” In the summer of 2009, that dream came true with what is quickly growing into one of the best places to eat seafood in Panama City Beach, Florida.

The new Shrimp Boat Restaurant is 310 feet long, 3 stories high with over 24,000 sq. feet and is modeled architecturally after a 19th-Century Cuban Cigar Factory. Along with the restaurant is a small marina that houses a few shrimp and charter boats.

As for the food, The Shrimp Boat Restaurant has a wide variety of seafood dishes as well as some other meals for those who do not necessarily prefer seafood. For appetizers, the she-crab soup is fantastic and made fresh daily with white cream, fresh lump crab meat, sherry, and white pepper. It’s some of the best she-crab soup available in Panama City Beach. Also, the Flash Fried Cheese is incredible.

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