PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., May 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Surf is up, and prices
are down in Panama City Beach, Fla.
This award-winning destination on the Gulf of Mexico launches its
Summer White Sale today, offering great savings on everything you need for
the perfect beach break. The White Sale joins more than 50 Beach
accommodations, restaurants and attractions. They team up to present 75
different discount offers with a total value of more than $6,000. All
offers are valid now -- Aug. 31. More local businesses can join in for
additional savings to roll in all spring and summer long.
Panama City Beach is known for its emerald-green waters and sugar-white
sand. And this is a summer white sale like no other. To get on board, go to
http://www.pcbwhitesale.com . Check out the offerings, and download coupons for
price breaks all over town.
Awash in savings, Panama City Beach invites you to customize your visit
with a wide range of offerings. Here's a sampling of what the do-more-save-
more Summer White Sale includes.
Save on Accommodations
-- Gasoline credits are available at 19 properties. Panama City Beach
makes the drive well worth your while, with fuel rebates at leading
properties ranging from $25 for a three-night stay to $200 for a
vacation of seven nights or more.
-- Many beachfront properties are slashing nightly rates by as much as
25%.
-- Others offer free nights. Why not stay three and get one free?
-- Travel with family and friends. You can save hundreds of dollars at top
beachfront resorts and condominiums. They provide plenty of space and
convenience in units with private balconies, fully equipped kitchens
and one - four bedrooms.
-- Military personnel, the police and firefighters get extra discounts.
Do More, Spend Less
-- Free amenities packages increase the savings with complimentary
offerings on: rounds of golf, half-day fishing trips, circus tickets,
dinner and dolphin-watch cruises, airboat adventures, parasailing,
banana boat rides, kids' camp, family attraction passes, miniature golf
and go-cart tickets, and more.
-- If you're itching for summer fun, one of Florida's largest theme parks
offers a scratch-off game. Everybody wins, with savings of $1.00 -
$5.00 per person and a grand prize of free admission.
-- Kids-eat-free offers are available at popular restaurants and eateries.
-- Romantic couples' discounts promise free dinner, lunch and breakfast
for two as well as complimentary cocktails.
-- Restaurants sweeten the deal still more, cutting food and beverage
prices and providing free appetizers. Wine lovers take note: You can
get 25% off regularly priced wine at a Panama City Beach landmark
restaurant.
Travelers Drive, Prices Dive
In a national survey co-authored by the Travel Industry Association and
marketing firm Ypartnership, 41% of respondents said they would change
their summer vacation plans if gasoline prices continue to rise. Most
travelers would vacation closer to home and send less money while away.
Specifically, the survey found:
-- 38% of respondents would drive a shorter distance.
-- 30% would cut back on shopping.
-- 27% would economize on meals, restaurants and/or entertainment.
-- 23% would spend less on hotels.
"Our Summer White Sale is sure to be a hit," says Dan Rowe, president
and CEO of the Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau. "Panama City
Beach brings together the elements many families are looking for in a
summer vacation - a world-class beach, lots of family activities and
affordable prices, all close to home. We encourage everyone to visit the
beach this summer and make the most of their vacation dollars."
To catch the wave of savings, go to http://www.pcbwhitesale.com. You'll find a
compete list of participating accommodations, restaurants, attractions and
more with each of their discounts. Or, call toll-free 1-800-pcbeach
(850-233-5070) for information.
About Panama City Beach
Far from the crowds yet close to home, Panama City Beach boasts 27
miles of sugar-white sand beaches bordering the clear, emerald-green waters
of the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay. The Northwest Florida community
is home to St. Andrew's State Park, a Top Two beach on the 2008 TripAdvisor
list of America's best beaches. Panama City Beach also enjoys recognition
as a premier beach destination by Conde Nast Traveler, The Travel Channel,
USA Today, Southern Living, Dr. Beach and the Clean Beaches Council. Family
attractions, championship golf courses, sporting events, award-winning
dining, predictably sunny weather and a vast number of recreational
activities draw visitors to this seaside community. For more information,
call 1-800-PCBEACH (850-233- 6503) or visit
http://www.thebeachloversbeach.com .
SOURCE Panama City Beach
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CONTACT:
Sharlet Brennan,
sharlet.brennan@ypartnership.com, or Christie Gregovich,
christie.gregovich@ypartnership.com, +1-407-875-1111, both of
Ypartnership for Panama City Beach
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