Introduction
Located on Florida's northwestern border is the city of Pensacola. Pensacola vacations promise fishing, beaches, several stunning state parks and the famous National Naval Aviation Museum. The Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport services the city. Pensacola vacations should make the top of your list very soon since they ranked in at number 5 on 2012’s most desirable vacation spots list. So if you are in Florida, Pensacola is the place to be.
History
If it’s great Florida beaches you are looking for then Pensacola vacations will help you find what you seek. Pensacola is the ideal place to visit for beaches if the theme park hustle bustle is not your thing. Perdido Key and Pensacola Beach are two of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The blue skies, sea-green waters and dancing sea oats present just the right background for your vacation. The Gulf Islands National Seashore is the longest strip of protected seashore in the country. The coast is perfect for surfing, fishing, scuba diving, or just lying back and unwinding. Inland, canoeing aficionados should venture out to Black Water River. Pensacola is all about diversity and offers activities ranging from exploring history museums to splashing away at Pensacola’s water park to riding go-karts.
Features
Pensacola vacations are for the entire family and have a variety of activities to offer. Pensacola is a city proud of its military heritage and is famous for pre-Civil War brick fortresses. The National Naval Aviation Museum mentioned above is amongst the largest in the world, it features flight simulators, a 150 vintage aircraft, and even an IMAX Theatre! So much in one place! Visitors who are in for some pampering can enjoy full-service spa treatments from Portofino Island and Fusion Spa on Pensacola Beach. Guests can loosen up with facials, massages, pedicures, manicures and lots more. It's even possible for spa treatments to be scheduled by the poolside, for an even more heavenly experience. The Pensacola lighthouse is a frequented famous attraction. It is the oldest and tallest lighthouse on the Gulf Coast. The historic Pensacola village is a delight full of museums and an archeological trail.
Tips and comments
Historic downtown Pensacola is a delightful waterfront neighborhood housing several locally owned restaurants, art galleries, boutiques and cultural museums. Shopping options include fine imported textiles, work from local potters, eclectic home furnishings, painters and glass artists, hand-made jewelry and exclusive trendy clothing. Visitors can also shop at Pensacola Beach, Sound-side on Portofino Boardwalk. Pensacola offers food and wine festivals throughout the year. Pensacola vacations offer a unique local dining scene with the talents of five well-known celebrity chefs. . Eateries at Pensacola range from flip-flop casual and waterfront to very elegant, and offer dishes as diverse as fresh local seafood, southern barbecue, Cajun specialties and traditional American ‘everydays’ such as juicy steaks and burgers. Pensacola is not short of a bustling nightlife; so when the sun comes down vacationers can venture out to Irish pubs and waterfront watering holes. Or they can go off to more sophisticated martini bars. Just grab a cocktail and enjoy your vacation!
