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Pensacola moves to the beat of live music: Here’s where to find it!
From bars and clubs to free concert series and festivals, and from solo locals to some of the world’s biggest musical acts, Pensacola rocks! Check out some of the area’s hottest spots for live music.
The Complete Guide To Coffee Shops in Pensacola
The coffee culture in Pensacola is growing and thriving, with an increasing number of specialty coffee shops, roasters, and cafes that have turned Pensacola into a vibrant coffee hub.
Fall Into Festival Fun in Pensacola: 7 Can’t Miss Events to Visit this Season
Fall may be the best time of the year to visit Pensacola. Our calendar packed full of festivals, food and fun, and the weather is some of the most beautiful of the year — warm enough to enjoy the sun, sand and surf, but not so hot that you're longing to get back into the air conditioning.
Boating in Pensacola: Popular Spots to Launch, Docking & Dining Hotspots, & Hidden Nautical Gems
There’s a highway here where the traffic is always moving, and the drivers often wave at each other — using their entire arm! It’s called the Intracoastal Waterway — the ICW — and if you are visiting the Pensacola Bay Area by boat, it’s a mostly protected waterway that connects you to so many wonderful places to dine, swim and immerse yourself in Pensacola’s coastal delights. And yes, it’s true, burgers and bushwhackers seem to taste better when you get there by boat.
Enjoy A Fun and Safe Beach Trip
Famed for its soft white sand, emerald-hued waters, and a carefree, easy-going atmosphere, Pensacola Beach has long been a favorite, family-friendly beach destination that locals cherish and newcomers embrace.
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Make Way for Sea Turtles in Pensacola
It’s an amazing time of year again on the shorelines of Pensacola Beach and the Gulf Islands National Seashore (GINS). Sea turtle hatchling season is in full swing all over Florida, where about 90 percent of sea turtle nesting in the U.S. takes place.
Top 8 Activities for Military Appreciation in Pensacola
Pensacola’s military history spans back to military conquests in 1559 when Don Tristan De Luna was sent to settle the northern part of the globe. Over time, Pensacola has been the epicenter of military dealings between battles and training. Read below for all things military-related in Pensacola that you should experience.
A Guide to LGBTQ Weekend on Pensacola Beach
Just a guess, but I’d put money on Memorial Day weekend having the highest percentage of men in Speedos on Pensacola Beach of any weekend of the year. Here's a guide to Memorial Weekend in Pensacola.
72 Hours in Pensacola: Your Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend
If you find yourself with a long weekend, Pensacola is a great destination to soak up some seasonal sun and take in new experiences. Here's a guide to a perfect long weekend.
Waterfront Eats in Pensacola
Views and food for days! Dive on in to find the locals guide to the best waterfront views of the city and the tastes that accompany it.
The Bushwacker: How it Became Pensacola’s Official Drink and Where to Get It
Great discoveries can change history. Take, for example, the Bushwacker. This booze-laced adult milkshake has blended itself up and down the coast to become Pensacola’s signature drink.
Pensacola’s Great Indoors
As we all know, the Pensacola Bay Area has a lot to offer in the way of outdoor activity. But, since this is Florida and we are prone to afternoon showers, it's always a good idea to have a few backup activities planned. Lucky for you, we have just as many fun things to do inside as we do outside!
10 Kid Friendly Beach Restaurants
Spending time with your family at the beach has a way of making the responsibilities of daily life seem a million miles away. Kids (and parents) will enjoy great food and fun extras at these Pensacola Beach Area beach restaurants.
Shop Til You Drop in Pensacola
Are you a shopaholic? It’s ok. The first step is admitting your addiction. But what if I were to tell you that in-store shopping is actually good for your health?
Four Pensacola Cocktails You can Make at Home
Needing and missing the taste of Pensacola? The flavors of your favorite beach destination are closer than you think. Enjoy a taste of Pensacola in your own kitchen with these signature recipes.
Pedal Power in Pensacola & Perdido — Top Bike Routes to Experience
Searching for your next beautiful biking experience? Take a slow ride, cruise the coast or get your trail-riding adrenaline rush.
Top 10 Activities in Pensacola for Families
Ready to get away and take a break? An escape to Pensacola can be just the antidote your family needs. The Pensacola Bay area encompasses Greater Pensacola, as well as Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key. The variety of activities that await sets Pensacola apart as a destination for families looking to spend their vacation on the Gulf Coast.