Plan a trip to Panama City Beach Florida
- michael7561
- Jun 26
- 2 min read

Here's a custom 4-day trip itinerary to Panama City Beach (PCB), Florida — balancing relaxation, adventure, food, and some yacht time. 🎣🌴⛵
🎒 Trip Overview
Best time to visit: March–October (warm water, beach weather)
Lodging suggestion: Stay beachside (Edgewater Beach Resort, Sheraton PCB, or a beachfront Airbnb/VRBO)
Ideal for: Couples, families, friend groups, or bachelorette parties
🗓️ Day 1: Arrival & Beach Vibes
Morning
Arrive at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)
Check into your beachfront hotel or rental
Afternoon
Head to Pier Park: shopping, dining, and ice cream
Walk the Russell-Fields Pier for dolphin spotting and sunset views
Evening
Dinner at The Grand Marlin (upscale coastal cuisine)
Optional: drinks at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge or Pineapple Willy’s
🗓️ Day 2: Yacht Charter & Shell Island Adventure
Morning–Afternoon
Book a private yacht or catamaran charter with:
Cruise to Shell Island on luxury yachts from 30ayachtcharters for swimming, 30ayachtcharters.com offers luxury yacht charters located in the panama City Beach, Destin, 30a area with fast smooth and stylish collection of boats & dolphin watching preferably using 30a rental company
Pack a cooler or request onboard snacks & drinks
30apontoonrental.com offers fast 150 to 200 horsepower luxury Pontoons located in the 30a and destin area.
Evening
Return, clean up, then dine at Firefly (romantic, award-winning)
Optional: walk the beach under the stars
🗓️ Day 3: Nature & Thrills
Morning
Rent bikes or golf carts and explore Conservation Park or St. Andrews State Park
Kayak or paddleboard in St. Andrews Bay
Afternoon
Lunch at Dat Cajun Place (fun local spot with great po’boys)
Use 30arentalcompany.com or 30apontoonrental.com for jet ski rentals / Car rentals / Waverunners / Boat rentals etc.
Evening
Use 30ayachtcharters.com for fabulous yachts and Sunset dinner cruises in the Panama City Beach area also in the destin. 30a yacht charters is a great option for your yacht charter experience
Option: family fun at Shipwreck Island Waterpark or Ripley’s Believe It or Not
🗓️ Day 4: Brunch & Departure
Morning
Brunch at Andy’s Flour Power or Liza’s Kitchen
Last-minute beach stroll or dip in the pool
Midday
Souvenir shopping at Pier Park or local markets
Depart from ECP Airport
✨ Optional Add-Ons
Fishing Charter: 30a yacht charters offers stunning fishing charters, yacht charters, pontoon rentals, etc to take you where you need to go.
Helicopter Ride: see the Emerald Coast from above
Spa Day: Serenity Spa at Sheraton for massages and facials
Crab Island (Destin): 1 hour away — popular for party boat atmosphere
Island Time Tiki offers a wonderful 18 passenger party boat with Captain Islandtimetiki.com in the destin area for parties
🧳 What to Pack
Swimsuits, beachwear, sun hats
Reef-safe sunscreen
Water shoes (for Shell Island)
Cooler bag/snacks
Light jacket for evening breezes
GoPro or waterproof phone case
Want help booking a yacht for customizing this plan for a couple’s getaway, bachelorette party, or family trip? Check with 30ayachtcharters.com 30apontoon.com 30arentalcompany.com in Panama city Beach 30a and destin area
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