Go To Shell Island
317 Fan Palm Pl, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 756-7509
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Exploring the Natural Beauty of Shell Island
This untouched island, cradled by the Gulf's blue waters, provides a haven for those in search of peace amid nature's beauty. Verdant dunes and whispering sea oats form a picturesque landscape, inviting explorers to wander along its sandy trails. The island's vibrant ecosystem teems with diverse wildlife, from playful seabirds to elusive marine creatures, creating a harmonious symphony of life. As the sun sets, the sky becomes a canvas of vibrant colors, casting a captivating glow over the calm waters.
Situated in the Gulf's azure embrace, this untouched paradise provides a haven for those in search of peace amid nature's beauty. Scenic landscapes of lush dunes and rustling sea oats invite adventurers to explore their sandy trails. The island's vibrant ecosystem hosts diverse wildlife, ranging from energetic seabirds to elusive marine creatures, creating a harmonious symphony of life. As evening descends, the sky becomes a canvas of vivid colors, casting an enchanting light over the calm waters.
Go To Shell Island, 317 Fan Palm Pl, Panama City Beach, FL 32408,(850) 756-7509
Discovering the lively mosaic of coastal ecosystems provides a special chance to observe the movement of aquatic creatures in their natural environment. As you embark on a journey to the sandy shores and azure waters, the symphony of waves and the sight of playful dolphins create an unforgettable experience. The ocean's wonders are beautifully displayed through its diverse marine life, from the graceful glide of sea turtles to the curious gaze of manatees. Engaging with marine life cultivates a profound respect for the fragile equilibrium of nature and underscores the necessity of preserving these vital ecosystems.
Exploring Shell Island in Panama City Beach offered an unforgettable journey into vibrant coastal ecosystems, where the lively dance of marine life unfolded before our eyes. The harmonious blend of sandy beaches and cerulean waves, accompanied by the frolicsome antics of dolphins, crafted an indelible memory. Watching the elegant movement of sea turtles and the inquisitive looks of manatees painted a lively image of ocean marvels. Our interactions with marine life deepened our appreciation for nature's fragile equilibrium and highlighted the need to safeguard these valuable ecosystems.
Embark on a journey where azure waves kiss golden sands, offering a plethora of exhilarating escapades for the intrepid traveler. Traverse lush trails that weave through verdant landscapes, revealing hidden coves and secret grottos teeming with vibrant marine life. Participate in thrilling activities such as windsurfing or kayaking, where the ocean's embrace tests your spirit and revitalizes your senses. As the sun dips below the horizon, the island transforms into a tranquil haven, inviting you to unwind under a sky adorned with twinkling stars.
Joining a journey with Go To Shell Island in Panama City Beach, I discovered myself surrounded by sapphire waters gently touching sunlit beaches, offering countless exciting adventures for the adventurous traveler. While exploring the emerald trails, I discovered hidden coves and enigmatic caves teeming with vibrant marine life. I indulged in adrenaline-fueled activities like windsurfing and kayaking, where the sea's embrace tested my mettle and awakened my senses. As night descended, the island transformed into a tranquil sanctuary, beckoning me to relax beneath a sky adorned with twinkling stars.
Embarking on a trip to the untouched shores offers a chance to immerse oneself in nature's splendor, where azure waves blend with the golden beaches. As you chart your course, consider the timing of your journey to align with the ebb and flow of the tides, ensuring a seamless exploration. Bring essentials such as sun protection and hydration to fully enjoy the sunny views and gentle breezes. Whether you choose to walk along the serene trails or engage in water activities, the pristine beaches provide an unforgettable escape into tranquility.
Discovering the untouched shores with Go To Shell Island in Panama City Beach unveils a mesmerizing natural landscape, where azure waters blend with sunlit beaches. Visiting in sync with the tides guarantees a seamless and harmonious exploration. Bring necessities such as sunscreen and water to appreciate the sunny views and mild breezes. The pristine coastlines provide a memorable escape into tranquility, whether you're strolling along serene paths or engaging in water activities.
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Coordinates: 30°10′36″N 85°48′20″W
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Panama City Beach is a resort town in the Florida Panhandle, and principal city of the Panama City Metropolitan Area. Being located on the Emerald Coast area of Florida, it is a popular vacation destination. Panama City Beach had a population of 18,094 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 12,018 in 2010.[4] Panama City Beach's slogan is "The World's Most Beautiful Beaches" due to the unique,[5] sugar-white sandy beaches of the Florida Panhandle.
The town is also a popular spring break destination, due to its beach and proximity to most of the Southern United States.
Panama City Beach has dangerous rip currents.[6] Multiple people have drowned at Panama City Beach while struggling against rip currents.[6] Sea conditions are particularly dangerous during periods when lifeguards have put up double red flags, indicating active rip currents.[6] Drowning often occurs when people attempt to swim directly against a rip current.[7] By attempting to directly return to the beach, against the rip current, swimmers get tired-out in the process and drown.[7] Instead, swimmers caught in a rip current should relax, and swim parallel to the beach, until they are naturally carried out of the rip current.[7]
History
Panama City Beach was incorporated as a city in 1970 when a number of beachside communities merged, including the original Panama City Beach resort area founded by Gideon Thomas after the US 98 Hathaway Bridge across the west bay out of Panama City opened in 1929. Thomas purchased land along what became Thomas Dr in 1932 and opened for business in 1936. Also Long Beach Resort, created by J. E. Churchwell when he purchased land that was a former defunct beach resort owned by W.T. Sharpless (who was murdered after trying to collect tax from beachgoers in 1931) at the intersection of Thomas Dr & Front Beach Road in 1932 & opened for business in 1935. Other communities and resorts involved in the merger were Edgewater Gulf Beach, West Panama City Beach, Laguna Beach, Dutchville, Playville and Julia.[8][9][10]
Real estate boom
A construction boom in the early to mid-2000s changed the image of the area due to the older homes and motels being replaced with high-rise condominiums and more expansive homes. However, this is turning unobstructed, low-rise beach views and affordable waterfront property into rarities. At the peak of the real estate boom, many beachfront properties had quadrupled or more in value since 2000. In November 2006 CNN/Money named Panama City Beach the No. 1 real estate market in America for the next five years in.[11]
Beachfront property has sold for upwards of $60,000 per "front foot" (linear foot) at the top of the market. The downturn in the U.S. real estate market in 2007, combined with a surge of new condo construction, brought spiraling prices somewhat under control. With the real estate boom, Panama City Beach became a well known destination for spring break.[12]
Category 5 Hurricane Michael made landfall near Mexico Beach in Bay County on October 10, 2018, becoming one of the strongest and most-destructive hurricanes in American history as it destroyed a large part of the county, including many structures in Mexico Beach and Panama City.[13][14] An EF-0 tornado did minor damage to the northwest part of Panama City Beach, Florida on February 15.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 18.6 square miles (48.2 km2), of which 18.4 square miles (47.6 km2) is land and 0.23 square miles (0.6 km2) – or 1.17% – is water.[15][16]
Panama City Beach is located towards the eastern half of the Florida Panhandle, along the Gulf of Mexico.[15][16] The main roads through the town are U.S. Route 98 and Florida State Road 30. US 98 runs from northwest to southeast just inland from the coast, leading east 10 mi (16 km) to Panama City and northwest 47 mi (76 km) to Destin. FL-30 runs along the coast from northwest to southeast as Front Beach Rd, leading east to Panama City and northwest 15 mi (24 km) to Rosemary Beach. There are approximately 9 miles (14 km) of shoreline in Panama City Beach fronting the Gulf of Mexico.[15][16]
Demographics
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As of the 2020 United States census, there were 18,094 people, 5,538 households, and 3,440 families residing in the town.[20]
As of the 2010 United States census, there were 12,018 people, 5,149 households, and 3,166 families residing in the town.[21]
In 2010,[2] the population density was 653.2 persons per square mile (252.2 persons/km2). There were 17,141 housing units at an average density of 931.6 houses per square mile (359.7 houses/km2).[4]
In 2010, there were 5,149 households, out of which 21.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were headed by married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.4% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals. 9.5% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22. The average family size was 2.76.[4]
In 2010, 18.0% of the population were under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.[4]
In the 2000 census, the median income for a household in the town was $41,198, and the median income for a family was $49,127. Males had a median income of $32,459 versus $22,358 for females. The per capita income for the town was $26,734. About 2.2% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.
Government
The City of Panama City Beach has a council–manager government. The Mayor sits as a Council member-at-large and presides over City council meetings. If the Mayor cannot preside over a City Council meeting, then the Vice Mayor is the presiding officer of the meeting until the Mayor returns to his seat.
The City Manager is responsible for the administration and the day-to-day operation of all of the municipal services and city departments. The City Manager also maintains intergovernmental relationships with federal, state, county and other local governments.
The primary law enforcement agency in the town is the Panama City Beach Police Department. Part of the town is in unincorporated Bay County and is under the jurisdiction of the Bay County Sheriff's Office.
City council
Former Mayors
Services
Education
Surfside Middle School serves as the main middle school and Arnold High School serves as the main high school for Panama City Beach.
Primary and secondary public education is provided by the Bay District Schools (BDS).
The Gulf Coast State College is located in Panama City, just across the Hathaway Bridge from Panama City Beach.
The Florida State University Panama City branch campus is also located in Panama City, just across the Hathaway Bridge from Panama City Beach.
Transportation
The Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) provides commercial flights into the area. The airport serves private aircraft, domestic passenger flights, and freight/cargo flights. It is the first international airport to be constructed after the September 11 terrorist attacks. Other modes of transportation include scooters, which can be rented by the day, as well as taxi and shuttle companies, which are permitted by the local police.
Panama City Beach also has public bus transportation known as Bayway available hourly Monday through Saturday. The Bayway runs throughout the county giving its tourists and locals the resource they need to get around Bay County.
Major highways
Sports
The town was home to the Panama City Beach Pirates, a fourth-division soccer team from 2007 to 2015.
It is also notable that World Championship Wrestling held their last WCW Nitro event in Panama City Beach.[22][23] WCW was bought out by their rival competition WWF (now WWE).
Recreation
Gallery
Panama City Beach Panorama
In popular culture
References
External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Panama City Beach, Florida.
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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A boat tour is a short trip in a relatively small boat taken for touristic reasons, typically starting and ending in the same place, and normally of a duration less than a day. This contrasts with river cruising, yacht cruising, and ocean cruising, in larger boats or cruise ships, for any number of days, with accommodation in cabins.
For boat tours, usually a sightseeing boat is used, but sometimes adapted amphibious vehicles or purpose-built amphibious buses. Boat tours are often on rivers and lakes, but can be on canals as well.[1][2] Sustainability is an increasing issue,[3] since there can be an impact on the environment.[4]
Examples
Example boat tours include:
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Yes, catamaran tours offer a smooth ride, shaded seating, and often include snorkeling, dolphin watching, and island time.
Yes, Shell Island trips are great for families. Many tours include safe boat rides, shallow-water snorkeling, dolphin watching, and beach activities suitable for kids.
Yes, private sunset cruises to Shell Island are available for couples and groups wanting a romantic or exclusive experience.
Morning and late afternoon tours are best for dolphin sightings and calmer water conditions.