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6 Panama City Beach Attractions You Can’t Miss

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Traveling to PCB, Florida? Don't miss these 6 Panama City Beach attractions on your next trip to the Emerald Coast!

Known as the “Spring Break Capital of the World,” Panama City Beach, Florida isn’t just for college kids any more. Located on the northern Gulf Coast, PCB is home to about 27 miles of powdery-white sand beaches. The warm Floridan sun and brilliant green waters make Panama City Beach one of Florida’s top beach destinations for groups of all ages.

Even though it’s known as a Spring Break destination, the frat party atmosphere only lasts a few weeks. The rest of the year, PCB is a great place to take the whole family. Here are 6 Panama City Beach attractions you shouldn’t miss on your next visit to the Emerald Coast! [Read more…]

Kid-Free Orlando: Where to Go and What to Do

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Kid-Free Orlando: 3 Fun Things to Do for Adults

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When most people think of Orlando, there’s usually one obvious place that immediately springs to mind. They envision hordes of mouse-eared kids screaming for more candy and rides. What a miserable vacation, am I right?

Don’t let that nightmare scenario scare you away from Central Florida! Believe it or not, grownups can have a great time in the theme park capital, too – without the hassle of waiting in those long lines at overcrowded amusement parks. From club-hopping to concerts, tee-time to antiquing, Orlando offers so much for adults to enjoy. So, if you are looking for some kid-free fun, here are 3 areas to check out in Orlando that you’ll love. [Read more…]

Swim with Dolphins on Blue Dolphin Tours

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Swim with Dolphins on Blue Dolphin ToursOne of our favorite things to do as a family is to head to Panama City Beach, Florida for vacation. The beach is absolutely gorgeous, the water is nice, and there is always a lot to do there. Being only a 12-hour drive for us, we typically visit the Panama City Beach area at least once a year. We recently had the chance to spend my daughter’s birthday there and found a great little touring shop called Blue Dolphin Tours. [Read more…]

Saltwater Grill: A Seafood Lover’s Delight

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Saltwater Grill: A Seafood Lover's Delight

Us in front of the 25,000 gallon aquarium at Saltwater Grill

Fact: I love vacation. I especially love beach vacations. And, one of the things I like best about going on a beach vacation is the food. Just thinking about all of that yummy, deliciously delectable seafood is making my mouth water! From mahi to grouper, prawns to oysters, I’ll take it all…and I’ll take it now! As you can probably gather, I’ve eaten a LOT of seafood – particularly on the Gulf Coast. During my travels, I’ve found that few places do seafood better than Saltwater Grill in Panama City Beach, FL. [Read more…]

Family-Friendly Daytona Beach Attractions

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Family Friendly Daytona Beach Attractions

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Daytona Beach, Florida is no longer just a destination for racing fans and rowdy spring breakers. Today, it’s a great place to bring the kids for sand, sun, and surf. Split your time between enjoying the beach, boardwalk, or one of the other numerous family-friendly Daytona Beach attractions in the area. Your trip can be as laid back or as action packed as you want it to be. [Read more…]

FireFly: Panama City Beach, FL

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Panama City Beach, Florida is the self-appointed home to the most “beautiful beaches in the world”  – and they just may be right! Although the wonderful waters of the “Emerald Coast” can’t quite compete with the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, there is no place on Earth with more exquisite beaches. Located on the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico, travelers from around the globe come to this Florida panhandle city to enjoy the lovely weather and the sugary white beaches that you just can’t find anywhere but the northern Gulf Coast. And, typically, where there are tourists, there is great food. In a city filled with excellent restaurants, the best of the best is FireFly. [Read more…]