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Panama City Beach boasts a wide array of colorful dining establishments, from casual beachside cafes serving
up fresh Gulf seafood to gourmet bistros serving fine wines and specialties by award-winning chefs. Do you like
live entertainment or sunshine on your shoulders while you dine? Decide on a place where you can finish your
meal while watching the children playing the sand, or have a luxurious and leisurely evening for two. With new
restaurants and eateries arriving around town almost daily, Restaurants in Panama City Beach has never been
more exciting.
up fresh Gulf seafood to gourmet bistros serving fine wines and specialties by award-winning chefs. Do you like
live entertainment or sunshine on your shoulders while you dine? Decide on a place where you can finish your
meal while watching the children playing the sand, or have a luxurious and leisurely evening for two. With new
restaurants and eateries arriving around town almost daily, Restaurants in Panama City Beach has never been
more exciting.
Championship Golf is Just Minutes from the Shore in Panama City Beach. Golf enthusiasts are now discovering that some of
courses are only minutes from the beach, and with an estimated 320 days of sunshine each year and moderate year-round
temperatures, there is never a bad time for golfing in Panama City Beach.
No wonder Golf Digest ranked Panama City third nationally in their "Best Little Golf Town in America" survey in 2002.
Panama City Beach now boasts the first Nicklaus Design Course in Northwest Florida, winning awards and accolades by
such organizations as Travel + Leisure magazine. Preferred tee times are booked quickly, so contact the golf courses
directly. Most accept reservations up to seven days in advance and are conveniently located within a 15-minute drive of any
beach accommodation. Check out our membership directory for information on our many superior quality golf courses.
courses are only minutes from the beach, and with an estimated 320 days of sunshine each year and moderate year-round
temperatures, there is never a bad time for golfing in Panama City Beach.
No wonder Golf Digest ranked Panama City third nationally in their "Best Little Golf Town in America" survey in 2002.
Panama City Beach now boasts the first Nicklaus Design Course in Northwest Florida, winning awards and accolades by
such organizations as Travel + Leisure magazine. Preferred tee times are booked quickly, so contact the golf courses
directly. Most accept reservations up to seven days in advance and are conveniently located within a 15-minute drive of any
beach accommodation. Check out our membership directory for information on our many superior quality golf courses.
The Gulf and Bay waters surrounding the beaches of Panama City Beach offer the finest year round sport fishing in the
world. Some of the most popular types of fish that can be found here are Blue Marlin, Red Snapper, Mackerel, Trout,
Pompano and Cobia.
More than 10 fishing tournaments are held here annually; the most famous is the Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament
in July and the Treasure Island King Mackerel Tournament in Sept. View our calendar to find upcoming tournaments.*
If you don’t have your own equipment, don’t worry! Along with our rental supply of wave runners, kayaks, pontoon and sail
boats, Panama City Beach has a huge charter fishing fleet with talented captains and crews to choose from.
If you would rather swim with the sea life than catch them, Panama City Beach is the perfect place for you too. We have
been named the #3 Best Diving Location in North America by Rodale’s Scuba Diving Magazine, and was recently featured as
a diving destination by Dive Training Magazine.
world. Some of the most popular types of fish that can be found here are Blue Marlin, Red Snapper, Mackerel, Trout,
Pompano and Cobia.
More than 10 fishing tournaments are held here annually; the most famous is the Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament
in July and the Treasure Island King Mackerel Tournament in Sept. View our calendar to find upcoming tournaments.*
If you don’t have your own equipment, don’t worry! Along with our rental supply of wave runners, kayaks, pontoon and sail
boats, Panama City Beach has a huge charter fishing fleet with talented captains and crews to choose from.
If you would rather swim with the sea life than catch them, Panama City Beach is the perfect place for you too. We have
been named the #3 Best Diving Location in North America by Rodale’s Scuba Diving Magazine, and was recently featured as
a diving destination by Dive Training Magazine.
Panama City Beach and Bay County have a vibrant nightlife, with many fun and unique clubs, restaurants and
attractions. No matter what your “scene,” there is a place for you to enjoy on Panama City Beach. After watching the
fiery sunset from your balcony or on a blanket on the beach, try visiting a late night miniature golf course or go-cart
track with the kids. If the kids stay home, there is the world-famous Club La Vela or Spinnaker, who feature live the
night. Scroll through the listings below to see the best of what Panama City Beach and Bay County have to offer.
attractions. No matter what your “scene,” there is a place for you to enjoy on Panama City Beach. After watching the
fiery sunset from your balcony or on a blanket on the beach, try visiting a late night miniature golf course or go-cart
track with the kids. If the kids stay home, there is the world-famous Club La Vela or Spinnaker, who feature live the
night. Scroll through the listings below to see the best of what Panama City Beach and Bay County have to offer.