As you consider where to invest in a beach house, visiting the town you have in mind is just as important as looking at the town’s real estate market. To get a thorough idea of Panama City Beach and what an ideal vacation hotspot it is, check out our list of things to know about visiting Panama City Beach. Whether you plan to retire here, buy a personal vacation home, or invest in a short term vacation rental, taking a trip to Panama City Beach to get a feel for what the beach town has to offer is essential.
1. Traveling to Panama City Beach is easy
Flying into Panama City Beach is easy, with an airport just 20 minutes away (Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport). This makes travel simple, with ride sharing services, taxis, shuttles, and limos easily accessible. Especially significant if you plan to list your property as a vacation rental, having access to an airport under half an hour away is an instant benefit of the Panama City Beach location.
2. Beat the crowds since the weather is nearly always perfect
Panama City Beach is busiest during Spring Break, when people flock to the gorgeous white sand beaches all March and April. If you enjoy the excitement and buzz that spring breakers bring, enjoy a trip during one of those months. Otherwise, plant to visit during the rest of the year. May and October are ideal times to vacation here if you can swing it, when school is in session but the weather is still warm enough to enjoy the beach.
Even during the winter, Panama City Beach is beautiful with average temps in the mid 60s. It may be too chilly to dive into the ocean, but you can still enjoy walks along the beach and many of the attractions in the area.
3. If you’d rather skip the rental car, you can
While there are plenty of rental car companies in the area, travel around Panama City Beach doesn’t require one. If you prefer to opt of our renting a car, you can rely on ride share services that are thriving in town, as well as the Bay Town Trolley.
Running from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM each day, the Bay Town Trolley is an affordable and convenient way to travel throughout Panama City Beach.
4. Find out why Panama City Beach is known for “The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches”
Of course beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but many people agree that Panama City Beach is home to the The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches. Plan to spend plenty of time enjoying the pristine white sand and sparkling water at any of the beaches in town. Panama City Beach boasts 27 miles of white sand coastline, with emerald waters that are perfect for swimming, surfing, snorkeling, fishing, and water sports.
Don’t forget to stop by St. Andrews State Park, a stunning and unique beach location in Panama City Beach. In the park you can shuttle to Shell Island, aptly named for the beautiful seashells covering the sand; enjoy a picnic under the pavilions; stroll through the sand dunes; or go snorkeling or fishing to enjoy the diverse wildlife.
5. Panama City Beach has some of the best beach town food
One of the perks of owning your own vacation home is being able to cook in your own kitchen rather than relying on a hotel or nearby restaurants on vacation. However, it is still important to have some favorite eateries in town. Panama City Beach has plenty to offer in that department, with everything from casual beach shacks to fine dining restaurants.
To find out more about buying a home in Panama City Beach, contact us any time. We would love to help you find your ideal Florida property.
