Top 10 Must Do’s when visiting Panama City Beach

Sink your toes into the powder soft, sugar-white sand beach. Then, see your toes through the crystal clear waters when wading in the Gulf of Mexico.

Take a morning dolphin exploration cruise on a 50-foot catamaran to Shell Island and spend the afternoon snorkelling, swimming and collecting souvenir shells.

Stroll through the Heron Pond Nature Trail at St. Andrews State Park to bird watch for snowy egrets, blue herons and little blue herons while spotting white-tailed deer and the occasional red-cockaded woodpecker.

Experience influences of Southern comfort food, flavourful Cajun cuisine, Caribbean cooking styles, and of course, fresh, Gulf seafood.

Bike through the winding paths of Panama City Beach’s Conservation Park and enjoy a scenic picnic overlooking thousands of acres of protected wetlands.

Take in a country, jazz or rock concert at the new Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheatre, located in the heart of Panama City Beach.

Shop the boutiques at Pier Park and reward the kids with ice cream and rides at the adjacent Miracle Strip at Pier Park amusement area. The Sea Dragon is the latest addition to the growing list of entertainment options.

Make a splash at Shipwreck Island Water Park on its Pirate’s Race attraction or 65-foot Tree Top Drop and then relax and take in the sunshine on the Lazy River.

Cast a line off Russell-Fields Pier (City Pier) or its twin M.B. Miller Pier (County Pier) for red snapper, Spanish mackerel, grouper or black fin tuna.

Dive for treasure in Panama City Beach’s natural, historical and artificial reefs. The 441-foot World War II liberty ship and the 465-foot Empire Mica are favourites.