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Does Panama City Beach have an airport?

Getting to Panama City Beach is a cinch, thanks to its proximity to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP). The airport is only 20 minutes by car from the shimmering white sands that make Panama City Beach such a hotspot on the Gulf of Mexico. Here, you can catch sight of dolphins, go scuba diving amid shipwrecks, and explore the dunes and forests of St Andrews State Park.

What are some fun beach activities to do in Panama City?

Your admirable commitment to spend as much time on the beach as your stay allows is highly commendable. In support of that quest, we recommend the following activities to fill the hours:

• Diving & snorkeling: With multiple reefs and shipwrecks, the underwater landscape surrounding Panama City is patiently waiting for you to discover it.
• Paddle boarding: The calm, warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are the perfect playground for beginners and experienced paddle boarders to practice their craft.
• Jet Skiing: If you prefer to pick up the pace a little, trade in the paddle board for a Jet Ski and feel the salt spray on your face while you speed around the surf.
• Tanning: Seriously. Just find a comfortable spot, spread out on a blanket, and do nothing. Absorb a little vitamin D. You deserve it.

What is there to do in Panama City if it rains?

It’s the Gulf Coast and it is going to rain from time to time. That doesn’t mean that you are going to be trapped in your Panama City Beach hotel room. Here are some of our favorite things to do when Mother Nature cancels your afternoon tanning session:

• Panama City Beach Winery: Sample some of the state’s most delicious citrus, berry, and fruit wines daily during tasting sessions. The Pineapple Sunset and Category 5 Florida Sangria are sure to please even the most discerning palette.
• Ebro Greyhound Park: Lay a wager on your favorite sleek racing dog, try your luck at the casino tables, or catch a show at the park’s live music venue.
• Man in the Sea Museum: Get a different perspective on undersea adventure with exhibits showcasing diving and submersible pod history and lore.
• A&M Theater: This intimate multipurpose venue hosts art collections, live music performances, and independently released motion pictures.

Are dogs allowed on the beach in Panama City Beach?

The good news is that Panama City Beach has its very own dog-friendly beach area, which is located just across from the shops and restaurants of Pier Park. On top of that, your pooch will be made welcome at La Quinta Inn & Suites PCB Pier Park Area, which also provides free parking. Other pet-friendly hotels in the area include:

• The Reef at Seahaven, where you can enjoy views from your private balcony while your pet slumbers by your feet.
• Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Panama City Beach, FL, where perks include free WiFi and free breakfast, as well as a warm welcome for pets.