Celebrate the 4th of July in Pensacola: Events, Fireworks & Festivities
We hold this truth to be self-evident: that the Pensacola Bay Area is the place to be on Independence Day. And this year, America turns 250!
The Pensacola Experience
Local Stories to Read on the Beach
An insider's guide to Pensacola
Enjoy A Fun and Safe Beach Trip
Famed for its soft white sand, emerald-hued waters, and a carefree, easy-going atmosphere, Pensacola's beaches have long been a favorite, family-friendly beach destination that locals cherish and newcomers embrace.
An Insider’s Guide to the Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show
Home is where our (Blue) Angels are! Want to experience the Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show when it takes to the skies the second week of July? Here are a few insider tips so you can maximize the fun.
7 “Cool Pools” to Upgrade Your Vacation in Pensacola
Nothing’s better than soaking up sunshine at a poolside tiki bar sipping on a piña colada while the kiddos make their fifth lap around the lazy river. Whether you want to make the most of your family vacation or spruce up your weekend stay, these 7 cool pools will bring relaxation to the next level.
All Stories
Insider Tips
Top 10 Activities for Seniors in the Pensacola Bay Area
Exploring the Pensacola Bay Area is fun at any age.
Local Charms
Honeymooning in Pensacola: Where to Stay, See, Sip, Savor, Spa and Sweat for the Perfect Getaway
She said yes! But amid all the beautiful (and stressful) details that come with planning your big day, any bride (or groom – in my case) knows that while the wedding is often for the guests, the honeymoon is for the couple.
Taste
Dine Perdido Key: Fine eats in your flip-flops
The best type of food can be eaten in flip-flops. In the Perdido Key area and looking for just that? Northwest Florida’s “Lost Key” has certainly kept its flavor. Check out our picks for dining in Perdido.
Insider Tips
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.
Local Charms
Top 10 Pensacola Pelicans to Find
Pelican sightings come with the territory in Pensacola. If you spend any time around local waters, you are bound to see the pouch-beaked birds flying high then swooping down to catch fish. (The seafood is not bad here. Can you blame them?)
History
Pensacola: The Birthplace of the First Black Four-Star Air Force General
In Pensacola, we love our deep and abiding connection to the military. Generations of young women and men from Northwest Florida have gone on to make their families and communities proud with their service in all branches of the armed forces. So, you really must do something special to stand out in the locals’ eyes.
History
Historic Pensacola Homes You Need to See
Local Charms
Roll on Down to Pensacola: Destination Proves to be Accessible for All
Sugar-white sand and emerald green water on the beaches of Pensacola are now accessible for all thanks to the installment of five Mobi-mats on Pensacola Beach.
History
From the Cradle of Naval Aviation to The Hub: Pensacola’s Naval Aviation Connection
Pensacola’s claim as the Cradle of Naval Aviation links back more than 100 years ago to the early days of flight in 1914 – when brave aviation pioneers flocked to the first naval air station. Since then naval aviation and Pensacola have been flying a tight formation, from the pioneering era of flight to now, where Pensacola serves as the hub of naval aviation training and houses a program that sets children on a flight deck to the skies.
Taste
Get your red hots – right here in Pensacola
Wieners. Frankfurters. Red hots. Coneys. Whether you like your hot dogs traditional style with onions and mustard, or maybe with more daring toppings like macaroni and cheese and pineapple, Pensacola has a hot dog for you.
Beaches
Five Fun Water Beach Activities for Families
A trip to the beach is without a doubt one of the most popular vacations for families. The sun, sand and surf all make for a stunning playground for active families in search of outdoor fun.
Local Charms
Five fun facts about Mardi Gras in Pensacola
Mardi Gras is upon us once again, and Pensacola stands ready to let the good times roll! If you’ve never experienced Pensacola’s Mardi Gras celebration, you’re in for a treat. Nobody does Mardi Gras quite like we do. Here are five fun facts about Pensacola’s Mardi Gras celebration:
