Panama City Beach on a Dime

Easter Fun!

2015-03-31T21:50:00.000-07:00

Miracle Strip Amusement Park Easter Egg Scramble

April 4, 2015

Miracle Strip Amusement Park
284 Powell Adams Rd., Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Panama City Beach Easter Egg Hunt

April 4, 2015

Frank Brown Park
16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Zoo World Easter Egg Hunt- April 4 and 5th.

www.zooworldpcb.net

Schooner's April 3-5 (see flyer above for info)

New Airline Means More Access to Your Favorite Beaches!

2015-01-22T09:57:00.000-08:00

Northwest Florida Beaches International (ECP) has recently added another airline! Click here to read all about the new Silver Airlines offering flights to Orlando and Tampa! Great rates and convenient flights! http://www.iflybeaches.com/airport-information/airlines/silver-airways/

Spring Break is Upon Us!

2015-01-22T09:50:00.003-08:00

Now is the time to be booking your trip to PCB for the Spring Break season! Rooms are filling up fast and most places are running specials. Be sure to follow us on FB to get the local deals that I regularly share. Be sure to check www.bookit.com (they are a local website). They have lots of deals and packages to the World's most beautiful beaches. www.VRBO.com is another great resource for renting directly from an owner. Get those bags packed! Spring is coming!

Rain, Rain...Go Away!...or Maybe NOT!

2014-07-15T14:53:00.003-07:00

Here are our top ideas for rainy day fun:

#1 Gulf World is open everyday, rain or shine. They have lots of fun things to do and see.
#2 Wonderworks
#3 Ripley's Believe it Or Not
#4 Pier Park
#5 Movie Day~Be sure to check out Tues and Wed morning kids movies for a deal ! Or how about a new film in IMAX at the GRAND? Remember the cheap theatre in PC has $2 movies always, and $1 movies at 1pm Mon-Fri.
#6 Indoor Glow in the Dark Putt Putt at Race City
#7 Man of the Sea Museum
#8 Discovery Science Museum in PC
#9 Panama City Mall
#10 Check out the little shops along the beach
#11 Art Class
#12 Seabreeze Winery
#13 Shipwreck Island...most days they are still open if its just a sprinkle here and there with NO lightning. Coupons available at Walmart for $5 off.
#14 Visit some of our fine restaurants
#15 Bowling at Rockit Lanes
#16 Skating at Rockit Lanes
#17 The Haunted House at Race City
#18 Make some Jewelry at the Sterling Sun (next to Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant)
#19 Eden Gardens (of course you don't want to tour the gardens, but you can still tour the wonderful Southern Plantation home)
#20 Get a new do! Try a hair cut from one of the many salons on the beach.
#21 Mani/Pedi's for everyone!
#22 Try a relaxing massage at Massage Envy/Pier Park
#23 Explore Alvin's Island Magic Mountain (my kids could literally stay in there for hours! Make sure to go through the MTN...ask an associate if you can't find the entrance..it is located upstairs)
#24 Explore the stores and restaurants of St. Andrews or Downtown PC
#25 Rent some Redbox movies and order in (anything from Captain Anderson's to go to delivery pizza)
#26 If your condo offers an indoor pool, how about an indoor swimming day?
#27 FRO-YO at Menchies

The Color Run hits PCB again!

2014-07-01T14:12:00.000-07:00

This 4th of July, the Color Run is hitting the beach once again. Come out to join the fun or cheer on your friends. This is a great run to participate and just to watch. The most colorful run you will ever see! Pier Park is always full of life on these mornings when the run is going on....
Visit www.thecolorrun.com to sign up and to see the 5k route. Registration will be $40 on race day if you sign up at the event.

Cheap Movies Hit The Theaters!

2014-07-01T13:01:00.000-07:00

Once again, it's time for the summer movies to hit the theaters. Kids love these movies and it feels like an expensive splurge! They don't have to know they are at a fraction of the price.
Here are the links to the theaters in town and the movies they will be offering:

The Grand Theater 16 Pier Park- Click here to see movies available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Only $3.50 and includes a kids popcorn and drink for each customer.

Carmike 10 Panama City- 10am $4 includes ticket, drink, popcon

July 2nd & 3rd - Despicable Me 2

July 9th & 10th - The Nut Job

July 16th & 17th - The Lego Movie

July 23rd & 24th - Rio

July 30th - 31st - Mr. Peabody & Sherman

August 6th & 7th - Rio 2

Regal Regency Stadium 11 Panama City- 10am $1 includes movie ticket only

Week 1 Hotel Transylvania
The Smurfs 2

Week 2
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
The Pirates: Band of Misfits

Week 3
Arthur Christmas
Despicable Me 2

Week 4 (July 1&2)
The Lego Movie
Free Birds

Week 5 (July 8&9)
The Adventures of Tintin
Rise of the Guardians

Week 6 (July 15 &16)
Kung Fu Panda 2
Madagascar 3

Week 7 (July22 &23)
The Croods
Epic

Week 8 (July 29&30)
Turbo
Walking with Dinosaurs

Week 9 (Aug 5&6)
Mr. Peabody & Sherman
Rio

Beach Photographer Deal!

2014-07-01T12:51:00.002-07:00

A great local photographer is offering a great deal on beach shoots for locals or visitors. Contact Patty Glover Photography to take advantage of this $200 beach shoot...including copyright release and digital downloads (no waiting for a disc to be burned and shipped)!
www.pattygloverphotos.com
850-527-7922

Pier Park is GROWING!

2014-05-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

The last few months at Pier Park have been amazing. The growth that we are experiencing is so exciting. We no longer HAVE to drive far for spectacular shopping choices.

Miracle Strip Amusement Park is growing by leaps and bounds, adding new rides each week! The admission to the park is free to walk around. I suggest heading out and taking a walk around to see what all they have to offer. I have heard that their funnel cakes are amazing!

Dave and Buster's just opened yesterday across from Miracle Strip Amusement Park and they offer tons of fun and great food! I have been to one in Nashville, TN once, so I hope to try out our new one asap and post a review.

Pier Park North looks to be an exciting array of restaurants and shopping, as well as a dental clinic and a nails spa. Here is the list of confirmed businesses in the new Pier Park North:
Dick's Sporting Goods (already open)
Rooms to Go (already open)
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Texas Roadhouse
Joe's Crab Shack
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt-not confirmed (but reported by several papers)
Michael's
Ross
Men's Warehouse
Shoe Carnival
Bed Bath and Beyond
Pier 1
Kirkland's
Sweet Frog's Frozen Yogurt
Mattress Firm
Petsmart
Verizon Wireless
Lee Nails Spa
Aspen Dental Clinic

Just across the street, In the Walmart parking lot, a new Panda Express and McDonald's have been built. This adds even MORE new restaurants to our menu options at great prices. I am not a fan of McDonalds...but for drinks and ice cream, I respect their prices.

In the regular Pier Park area, new stores have opened recently as well. The Pita Pit, Chicken Salad Chick, French Fry Heaven (coming soon), Pink Narcissus, and Pompano Joe's.

What more could you ask for in a shopping heaven? Add all of these to the already awesome shopping and dining available and we have it ALL! Hope you plan your trip to PCB soon and of course, hit Pier Park while you are here!

Explore Panama City Beach the Natural Way!

2014-03-11T15:59:00.001-07:00

Panama City Beach on a Dime: Explore Panama City Beach the Natural Way!: Fishing, hiking, biking, nature photography, swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, boating and bird-watching are just some of the opportunit...

Printable Coupons!

2014-03-11T15:53:00.001-07:00

Be sure to check out our printable coupons tab. There are tons of coupons to be found on there and sure to save you lots of $$$....Most of the larger restaurants and attractions have some sort of coupon that you can use on your vacation. Also, your condo or hotel should have coupon booklets around the lobby area to use. I keep a book or two in my car at all times so that I am always prepared with a coupon if we decide to stop somewhere. Happy vacation couponing!

Got some deals for you!

2014-01-30T09:18:00.001-08:00

I know it's no where near beach season, but I was asked to update the page recently. Seems not much has been going on since Nov., but I scrounged up a few deals for you! Two of our local radio stations are offering up half-price deals that stay on a regular rotation. Click the links here to see what they have to offer. From half price meals, to Ripley's Believe It or Not, you will surely find something that "tickles your fancy"...Here's to hoping that the ice melts soon!

Island 106 Half Price Deals: Click Here

Hot 107.9 Half Price Deals: Click Here

Halloween FREEBIES!!

2013-10-29T22:21:00.001-07:00

HALLOWEEN FREEBIES-

It's always a good idea to check before you go, but this is a list of some deals for Halloween! Have a haunting good time....mu hahaha

Pirate's Island Adventure Golf -kids in costume play free
IHOP: FREE Kids Scary Face Pancake from from 7AM – 10PM (Ages 12 & under)
Krispy Kreme: FREE Doughnut (costume required)
Longhorn Steakhouse: Kids Eat FREE with Adult Entree Purchase
Olive Garden: Kids Eat FREE with Purchase of Adult Entrée -need coupon from their website
Outback Steakhouse: Kids Eat FREE With Adult Entree Purchase
Red Lobster: Kids Eat FREE With Adult Entree Purchase
Redbox: FREE 1-Day DVD rental with promo code 9MXW2LPC. You can also get $.50 off a second movie when you rent any Halloween movie at Redbox.com
Sonic: Get $.50 Corn Dogs All Day
Beef O'Brady's- kids in costume eat free

Pier Park for trick or treating and Aaron Bessant Park is having a fall fest
Candlewick Subdivision in Lynn Haven is having a haunted house, donations accepted to benefit local children.

Free Meals at Spinnaker Beach Club

2013-07-31T10:55:00.002-07:00

The awesome coupons are up on the website....2 new deals just like last year. MOM eat free on Mondays (with coupon) and Kids eat free on Wed (with coupon).....Here is the link to print your coupons!! Enjoy!

Deep Sea Fishing on a Dime

2013-07-09T11:00:00.000-07:00

So you've done lots of activities on the beach. Looking for something new? How about giving deep sea fishing a try? I know you are thinking that deep sea fishing is expensive! and yes, sometimes it is, but we have found several ways to deep sea fish and not break the bank. Private charters can cost you $500-$800 a day, which is ok if you have lots of people to help share the cost, but if you are here with a small group, how can you justify that much to go fishing? I am not knocking private charters....because sometimes that is what we use (when we have a large cost-sharing group), but it just isn't affordable for everyone.
When we first moved here, I wanted my husband to experience everything on the beach. Fishing included. I started looking through all of the companies to find a great deal that fit in our very tight budget. Here is what I found: Large boats offer great deals on deep sea fishing for a fraction of the cost. They also throw in food sometimes or sell food on board. They also include your fishing gear, bait, license, etc.

Capt Anderson's
5hr morning trip- $60 fishermen $25 watchers/riders
5hr evening trip- $55 fishermen $25 watchers/riders
6hr day trip-$65 fishermen $25 watchers/riders
10hr trip- $80 fishermen $30 watchers/riders
12hr trip-$100 fishermen $40 watchers/riders

Jubilee
4 & 5 Hour Trips: per person
7:00AM - NOON - $60
12:30PM - 4:30PM - $55
6 Hour Trips: $65.00 per person
9:00AM - 3:00PM
8 Hour Trips: $70.00 per person
8:00AM - 4:00PMRiders: $20.00 per person
$5.00 off with US Military ID and CLICK HERE for a coupon for free hot dog and drink

Treasure Island
6 Hour Trips: $65.00 per person
9:00AM - 3:00PM
8 Hour Trips: $70.00 per person
8:00AM - 4:00PMRiders: $20.00 per person
$5.00 off with US Military ID

Rainy Days!

2013-07-03T10:10:00.000-07:00

Well, it looks like plans of outdoor BBQs and beachy 4th of July celebrations may be out of the question this year. Just like you, my family had a full weekend planned out, mostly consisting of outdoor activities. It seems like the rain has moved in and our plans must change. Don't let a wet weekend ruin your fun. Here are our top ideas for rainy day fun:

*Catch a fireworks show...The PC fireworks are still on (rain or shine) for Thurs night. (most others have been cancelled)
#1 Gulf World is open everyday, rain or shine. They have lots of fun things to do and see.
#2 Wonderworks
#3 Ripley's Believe it Or Not
#4 Pier Park
#5 Movie Day~Be sure to check out Tues and Wed morning kids movies for a deal ! Or how about a new film in IMAX at the GRAND? Remember the cheap theatre in PC has $2 movies always, and $1 movies at 1pm Mon-Fri.
#6 Indoor Glow in the Dark Putt Putt at Race City
#7 Man of the Sea Museum
#8 Discovery Science Museum in PC
#9 Panama City Mall
#10 Check out the little shops along the beach
#11 Art Class
#12 Seabreeze Winery
#13 Shipwreck Island...most days they are still open if its just a sprinkle here and there with NO lightning. Coupons available at Walmart for $5 off.
#14 Visit some of our fine restaurants
#15 Bowling at Rockit Lanes
#16 Skating at Rockit Lanes
#17 The Haunted House at Race City
#18 Make some Jewelry at the Sterling Sun (next to Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant)
#19 Eden Gardens (of course you don't want to tour the gardens, but you can still tour the wonderful Southern Plantation home)
#20 Get a new do! Try a hair cut from one of the many salons on the beach.
#21 Mani/Pedi's for everyone!
#22 Try a relaxing massage at Massage Envy/Pier Park
#23 Explore Alvin's Island Magic Mountain (my kids could literally stay in there for hours! Make sure to go through the MTN...ask an associate if you can't find the entrance..it is located upstairs)
#24 Explore the stores and restaurants of St. Andrews or Downtown PC
#25 Rent some Redbox movies and order in (anything from Captain Anderson's to go to delivery pizza)
#26 If your condo offers an indoor pool, how about an indoor swimming day?
#27 FRO-YO at Menchies

Summer Happenings!

2013-07-01T12:58:00.001-07:00

Summer is in full swing and tons of people are making the yearly trek to PCB. This week there are tons of things to do. Be sure to check out our event calendar to find out all about the 4th of JULY happenings in and around town. Also, here is a much-requested link to our top rainy day activities: http://pcbonadime.blogspot.com/search/label/Rain

Southwest Airlines 72 hour Sale Means Cheap Flights to PCB!

2013-06-11T11:09:00.001-07:00

Today starts Southwest's 72-hour sale. Hope on over and get your tickets now. If you live with 500 miles, your ticket is as low as $49 each way!!! Hurry, it's not gonna last for long!!!
www.southwest.com

Memorial Day Weekend FUN!

2013-05-23T15:05:00.001-07:00

Summer is here at the beach! {well, not officially} Hit PCB this weekend for a few of the many fun things we have to offer. Why not grab a bunch of friends and come on over. Pack up some Memorial Day faves like Hamburgers, potato salad, and all the fixins, or stop at one of your favorites like Schooners or Pineapple Willy's. Sat and Sun the Farmer's Markets will be booming and maybe you could squeeze in a trip to Shell Island or St. Andrew's State Park. Hope to see you this weekend, and don't forget to visit our Printable Coupon tab and print off your coupons to save you money while you are here.

3rd Annual Beaches, Bugs and Buses This Weekend at Spinnaker!

2013-04-25T09:34:00.001-07:00

We have been waiting for months and it is finally here. Spinnaker's 3rd Annual Beaches, Bugs and Buses is this weekend. It will be held in their parking lot and you won't want to forget your camera! There will be a crazy amount of VW cars and buses and lots of VW enthusiasts. We are planning on camping this weekend at St. Andrew's State Park, but we will definitely take some time to do a walk through. It will be running 9am-3pm with awards at 2pm. Lots of contests, door prizes and fun! Load up the fam and bring them for a fun time. Hope to see some of you there!

Grand Opening of Aaron Bessant Park Ampitheater Tonight

2013-04-05T14:58:00.001-07:00

From PCB.GOV

The Grand Opening of the Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater will take place on Friday evening, April 5, 2013, starting at 6:30 PM. We are pleased to present an all-ages performance by the Panama City POPS Orchestra to christen the state-of-the-art amphitheater, and the evening will be capped off with a spectacular display of fireworks from the City Pier.

Schedule:

6:30 PM – The evening kicks off with the official ribbon cutting. (Panama City Beach Mayor Gayle Oberst and Bay County Commissioner Mike Thomas wi...ll preside over the occasion.)

Next, the stage is set for a performance by the Panama City POPS Orchestra. The concert will feature fun, lively, family-oriented music, including selections from classics and current hits like: Les Miserables, Harry Potter, and Pirates of the Caribbean.

Following the performance, a fireworks display will be launched from the city pier.

The concert is free and open to the public – Visitors and locals are encouraged to enjoy this family-friendly event, and there will be a few surprises in store to help ensure this will be a fun and memorable evening for everyone!

Spring Break Week #2~

2013-03-18T12:39:00.000-07:00

Ready or not, Spring Break is officially here. The last two weeks have been packed with teens and college students from all over the country. Whether you are here on Spring Break or just needed to get away, we have lots of info for you. Check out our tabs across the top for great links to everything you need in PCB. We also have web cam links, kids eat free schedule, and more down the right side of our page. Please don't hesitate to shoot us a message if you have any questions...we will be happy to reply! Happy Spring Break!

Explore Panama City Beach the Natural Way!

2013-01-06T13:55:00.002-08:00

Fishing, hiking, biking, nature photography, swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, boating and bird-watching are just some of the opportunities for eco-tourists to explore Florida nature in Panama City Beach, Fla.

St. Andrew’s State Park has been named the #2 beach in the nation, according to Trip Advisor. Over one-and-a-half miles of open beach at this Florida state park, to lounge in the sun or water lovers can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and canoeing. Two fishing piers, a jetty {the greatest beach ever for families}, and a boat ramp provide ample fishing opportunities, and two nature trails wind through a rich diversity of coastal plant communities providing an excellent opportunity for bird-watching at St. Andrews State Park Florida in Panama City Beach.
You can also take a boat tour to Shell Island, the 700-acre island is densely populated with bottle-nosed dolphins, as well as a number of different wild bird species, including pelicans, sandpipers, gulls and piping and snowy plovers. Colorful fish, sea turtles and other aquatic life also call the area around Shell Island home. Shuttles are available to take visitors back and forth from St. Andrew's State Park. If you feel really adventurous, you can rent kayaks and make the voyage across the pass on your own.

Camp Helen State Park is a hidden gem for those looking to get away. It’s bordered on three sides by the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Powell – one of the largest coastal dune lakes in the state of Florida. Natural areas for public enjoyment in the park range from coastal dunes and salt marshes along the Gulf to freshwater wetlands and sand pine scrub along the lake. Fishing areas are available for both freshwater and saltwater enthusiasts at this Florida state park. Other activities include swimming, beachcombing, nature study and hiking. My family really enjoyed walking the park and studying all the wildlife. The old buildings are very interesting too.

Conservation Park is made up of 12 trails ranging from 0.6 to 11 miles for walking, biking, wildlife & birdwatching. The Conservation Park integrates two fundamental principles which remain a continuing focus for local government and community. The desire to protect and balance our natural resources while providing outdoor recreational opportunities is the driving force in establishing the Panama City Beach Conservation Park. The 2,900 acres of the West Bay Ecosystem is being protected by the management and utilization of the City’s reclaimed water to rehydrate wetlands. The natural water balance in these wetlands was altered many years ago as tree “farming” became predominant in the area. My family was amazed at how large conservation park was! We loved it and we still have never seen the entire park....great Natural Florida.

So Panama City Beach doesn't just have to be about the strip, shopping, and swimming. Panama City Beach has several hidden gems just waiting to be explored. Bring the family and come on down!

Menchie's Happy Hour

2012-12-28T07:07:00.000-08:00

Today is Friday and not only does that mean that the weekend is here, it also means that today is 10% OFF between 4pm-6pm at MENCHIE'S. One of the beaches newest eateries is a wonderful little yogurt bar. Fill up your cup and top it off at the toppings bar. All yogurt is priced per oz..so get as much or as little as you want. Click here for their FB page and head over this evening for some yummy yogurt. I might just see you there! P.s.- Tell them at check out that you want to give them your phone number so you can get rewards. {no card required} They will take your phone number each time and give you points per dollar that you can redeem for free yogurt, etc.

Christmas Is Coming!

2012-12-19T17:12:00.001-08:00

Less than a week away, Christmas is on it's way. Hope you are ready. Be sure to check out the free rides at Miracle Strip Amusement Park {in Pier Park} on Dec. 23 {sunday noon-6pm} and also be sure to head over to the Farmer's Market at Pirates Cove Marina on the same day. I am gonna be revamping the schedule of events and get you lots of good deals for the new year...Peace out and Merry Christmas!

Kids Eat Free!

2012-10-23T16:31:00.001-07:00

If you haven't read this post before...be sure to check out our "kids eat free" schedule. Everyday of the week has somewhere that you can take the kids to dine for free! Enjoy!

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