Top 10 Spring Break Activities for Families
What makes the perfect spring break for families? Is it the season’s mild temperatures? Beautiful beaches? Fun things to do? You can find all of that and more in the Pensacola Bay Area this year.
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Discover 5 Unique Trails in Pensacola: Offbeat Hikes for Outdoor Lovers
Five offbeat and unique Pensacola hikes mix adventure and intrigue—from a seawall stroll for panoramic water views to an abandoned fishery decked in graffiti.
25 Fun, Free Things to Do in Pensacola
Some of the best things in life are free, and this is certainly true in the Pensacola Bay Area. Here's a list of 25 fun, free things to do in Pensacola.
Mullet…. To Toss or Not to Toss?
It’s a peculiarly Pensacola tradition. Once a year, typically in April, tens of thousands of people gather on the sparkling beaches of Perdido Key for the purpose of throwing dead fish into the state of Alabama.
Dig Into Mudbugs in Spring
Listen closely and you can hear the seasonings being sifted, water boiling, Zydeco music flowing into the streets and revelers dancing as hundreds gather around community tables to enjoy a southern delicacy – crawfish. You can call them crawfish, crawdads, mudbugs or crustaceans – but we call ‘em delicious.
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4 Places for Bottomless Mimosas
Did you really have a good weekend if you didn't have mimosas? Here's 4 places for bottomless mimosas in Pensacola. Come on out and sip and savor the weekend in Pensacola with everyone’s favorite morning cocktail.
Escape into a Pensacola Museum
Visitors come to Pensacola every year for a getaway. And who can blame them? Our beaches are breathtaking. Downtown is one of the most vibrant and fastest growing hubs along the Gulf Coast region. People may not realize, however, that the museums in Pensacola are a great escape too – an escape into inspiring history filled with unique people.
5 Boozy Cocktails that Say Vacation
Can't decide which delicious Pensacola cocktail to try first? Look no further. Let's get your toes in the sand and a nice cold drink in hand. Discover the 5 boozy Pensacola cocktails that taste just like vacation.
Mullet…. To Toss or Not to Toss?
It’s a peculiarly Pensacola tradition. Once a year, typically in April, tens of thousands of people gather on the sparkling beaches of Perdido Key for the purpose of throwing dead fish into the state of Alabama.
5 Picnic Spots to Visit this Season
Searching for the perfect picnic spots with your significant other, friends, or family? Look no further. Here's five picnic spots to visit this season in Pensacola.
Families, choose your own spring break adventure
An itinerary of attractions or downtime at the beach? When you’re ready to pack the coats and blankets away and say goodbye to winter, a spring break getaway to Pensacola can be the antidote your family needs to welcome sunnier days and a renewed sense of adventure.
Dining Outdoors in Pensacola
Between Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, and Perdido Key, there are plenty of outdoor restaurants to satisfy your hunger and bring a smile to your eyes.
Blue Wahoos Baseball: Brews, Brats, Baseball and Bays
The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd – it’s time for baseball season again at Blue Wahoo Stadium. And a spectacular hot dog, ooey, gooey funnel cake fries, a margarita and a side of sushi.
We’re Number 1: Things Pensacola Had First
Born and raised in Pensacola, I am clearly a big fan of my city and all it has to offer. As I’ve grown up and been able to travel around the country, I’ve realized just how special my hometown is. Not just because it’s where I call “home,” but also because of the culture, character and rich history. In fact, Pensacola is known as the first for many things…you just might not realize it. For your history lesson of the day, here’s a walk down memory lane to share some of what makes Pensacola number one…
5 Ways to Warm Up this Season
Nothing says winter time in Pensacola like a cold breeze in the air. The leaves start changing, seasonal menus debut with items that include root vegetables and hearty meats, and those cozy sweaters start finding their ways into window displays. As the weather has changed, we want you to be fully prepared for those cooler temps, and we have just the list to do so.
Five Pensacola Gifts to Give this Holiday Season
Somebody on your nice list loves Pensacola. Whether they are a dedicated vacationing beach bum or fourth generation resident, you can help them celebrate their favorite place on earth. Instead of a generic gift card, give a gift that says you love Pensacola as much as they do!
Ode to the Oyster: How to Cook and Eat this Slimy Delight
Unfamiliar with oysters? Just think of them as the chicken livers of the sea. We're getting to the bottom of this slimy delightful Pensacola Bay Area staple.
