Pensacola Vacation Blog
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Pensacola Beach Blog
Jan 06, 2012 02:34PM
2012-01-06T13:34:43.414-08:00
Searching for things to do in Pensacola? Consider visiting the most haunted lighthouse in the US. This Pensacola landmark was initially constructed in 1859 and is situated on Pensacola Bay across from the Naval Aviation Museum. For only $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children you can explore both the Pensacola Lighthouse and the Richard C Callaway Museum. For the more adventurous crowd consider opting for the ?Light of the Moon Tour.? These tours are held monthly with additional dates in the summer season but do sell out in advance. Tour goers will enjoy the sights of the lighthouse under the cover of darkness as well as paranormal stories passed down from keeper to keeper. For more information and tickets call 850.393.1561. Be sure to visit our Pensacola Guide for additional are attractions or visit Cheap Pensacola Hotels for discount accommodations near the Lighthouse Museum.
2011-11-22T11:51:32.209-08:00
Maybe you?ve stumbled across some white sand beach photos from Florida. If you?ve been to the Sunshine State chances are you?ve stayed at a beach that was not white. A majority of the state offers beaches that range from brown to gold. So how do you know which beaches in Florida are white? For the most part the white beaches are located on the Gulf Coast. That means avoid the East Coast of Florida and most of South Florida. Although the Gulf Coast is home to the white beaches, the purest white sand is located in the panhandle, or Northwest Florida. Starting in Pensacola Beach and stretching as far as Clearwater Beach you?ll find soft white sand and the most beautiful beaches in the country. Two additional popular destinations that offer the white sand beaches are Destin and Panama City. Being you?ve found this article on our vacation blog we suggest checking out Cheap Pensacola Hotels to plan your trip. Maybe you?ll want to work your way down the coast and visit each of these Florida Beach Cities one at a time!
2011-11-08T13:20:47.754-08:00
Holiday Inn North Davis Highway
Searching for a cheap hotel in Pensacola that is new? Why not consider the Holiday Inn on North Davis Highway. With nightly rates average around $100 it may not be the cheapest hotel but it is by far the newest. That means fresh and up to date! Located just off I-10 guest of this hotel will find themselves just a quick car ride from everything. Why not travel just 15 minutes away and explore Pensacola Beach? This affordable hotel also features a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness center. All the amenities you need in a perfect central Pensacola location. Head over to Cheap Pensacola Hotels and find out more about the Holiday Inn and all other area hotels.
2011-10-25T11:10:41.807-07:00
When planning a family vacation to Pensacola finding exciting kid friendly attractions can be a little bit of a challenge. Don?t worry, both Pensacola and Pensacola Beach are both kid friendly and we are here to help guide you to the attractions. Many guests with children often visit Zoos while on vacation. Although there is not a zoo in town, there is a Zoo near Pensacola. Located minutes to the east you?ll find the Gulf Breeze Zoo. Gulf Breeze sits just on the outskirts of Pensacola and is home to a many animals that will excite and entertain the whole family. Families will also take delight on the nostalgic Safari Line train. On this route you?ll get a 15 minute narrated tour of the Zoo. Overall the Gulf Breeze Zoo offers 50 acres and hundreds of animals. If you want to stay near the zoo on your vacation, check out Cheap Pensacola Beach Hotels, you?ll find accommodations just up the road from Gulf Breeze.
2011-10-04T10:42:53.567-07:00
Top Florida Resorts - Beach, Golf, Luxury
We love Pensacola Beach but with winter approaching it may be worth considering other locations. If you head further south for the winter you can enjoy warmer weather and fantastic beaches. How do you know where to stay? Check out Top Florida Resorts, an all new accommodations review site that breaks out the best resorts in Florida by multiple categories. If you are a fan of our Pensacola Blog chances are you are looking for top beach resorts, not to worry that is the first category. You can also find golf, luxury, family, couples, and spa resorts throughout Florida. Don?t rule out Pensacola Beach though, if you are looking for the value season now is the time to come! Check out discounted rates at Cheap Pensacola Hotels for our area or discover the entire state at Top Florida Resorts.
2011-09-17T11:26:24.971-07:00
For generations visitors of Pensacola Beach have been fond of the terrific boating. The warm water of the Gulf of Mexico and the intracoastal waterways make for ideal boating conditions. If you are a boat owner then the options are limitless. If you are looking to unload your boat than check out the Quietwater Beach Recreational Area, this will allow for easy access. Looking for boat rentals in Pensacola Beach? Check out Key Sailing, not only do they offer sail boats they offers pontoon boats, kayaks, and others water sport activities. You can reach them toll free at 877.932.7272. What about fishing? If you are looking for charters there are many options available. You can expect to catch and assortment of fish with ease in the local Pensacola Waters. If you are looking for a recommendation for charter fishing consider Reel N Counters at 850.565.0040. No matter what you have in mind, Pensacola Beach Boating is one of the many reason to plan your trip to the coast. Be sure to keep up with our Pensacola Blog for additional things to do on your trip.
2011-09-05T13:14:09.854-07:00
Get ready to enjoy some fantastic Seafood in Pensacola Florida! The 34th annual Pensacola Seafood Festival is just around the corner and is sure to be a good time. Taking place September 23rd-25th in the historic Seville Square in Downtown Pensacola this is one even you will not want to miss. With 17 handpicked seafood vendors featuring such favorites as seafood gumbo, oysters, shrimp, crab cakes, and more you know your taste buds are in for a real treat. Also catch local vendors and regional musical acts. Find a hotel in Downtown Pensacola to be close to the action or make a vacation out of the weekend and find a hotel on Pensacola Beach, only minutes away! For more information on the Pensacola Seafood Festival check out Fiesta of Five Flags.
2011-08-22T10:44:34.592-07:00
Pensacola Beach Hotel with Pool
If you are searching for a hotel in Pensacola Beach with a pool, one location truly stands above the rest. The hotel with the best Pool on Pensacola Beach is the Hilton. Featuring a lagoon pool with a small island in the center, an over-sized kiddie pool, and a hot tub, all with a beachfront view it?s easy to see why you should plan your vacation to the Hilton! We almost forgot, the Pensacola Beach Hilton also has an indoor pool. That means whether you are bringing young kids or looking to splash around yourself this is the affordable hotel you have been looking for. For more information on the Hilton and other hotels with a pool check out Cheap Pensacola Hotels. If you are planning a vacation with the kids you may also want to check out the Best Family Resorts in Florida.
2011-08-11T08:45:52.238-07:00
Chances are if you have heard of Pensacola Beach than you are familiar with Destin. Located less than an hour east up the coast is another fantastic Florida beach destination. Here you will find the same sugar white beach sand and emerald green Gulf waters that you do in Pensacola. You will also fine a little more upscale environment including top notch shopping, dining, and attractions. We have just launched an all new site, Beachfront Hotels Destin. Like Cheap Pensacola Hotels and it's sister site Cheap Destin Hotels, this all new site will feature the best online pricing allowed. Unlike our other discount hotel booking websites, this all new site features only Destin hotels on the beach. No need to search for hours, if you want to stay directly on the beach in Destin, than this is where you need to be! Head over to Beachfront Hotels Destin and start planning your beach vacation to Florida today!
2011-08-01T10:41:36.477-07:00
Pensacola Beach Oil Update 2011
If you are on vacation in Pensacola Beach you may not have known there was ever an oil issue. Last year the oil spill in the Gulf created by BP took its toll on our white sand beaches and tourism based economy. Luckily the physical effects of the Gulf Oil Spill were minimal; however the lasting physiological effects are still being felt today. As we near the end of the summer season in 2011 the beaches are better than ever, but the economy has still not rebounded to pre-oil spill conditions. The news and national hype based around the events portrayed Pensacola Beach far worse than it actually ever was. The silver lining in the glum 2011 Pensacola Beach Oil Update is that guest wanting to get away can find hotels in Pensacola Beach with discounted rates. Generally the later part of Summer is full of happy tourist on the beaches, currently guest are here but not in the numbers that Pensacola Beach is accustomed to. To take advantage of these discounted room rates and help rebuild the local economy be sure to visit online at Cheap Pensacola Hotels.
