Airport Grand Opening… Be part of history as the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) opens its gates! For two days leading up to the inaugural flight, we invite you to take part in a series of unique, inclusive events designed to acknowledge the impact of the new airport on the future economic prosperity of Northwest Florida, recognize key stakeholders’ vision and perseverance over the last decade, and, most importantly, highlight to the rest of the country that we now are more accessible for vacations and commerce. Southwest Airlines announced plans for nonstop flights to Panama City Beach's new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) from four major markets! The added service will open up the destination nationwide to visitors throughout the United States. Nonstop service to Panama City Beach will come from Baltimore, Houston, Nashville and Orlando. Southwest will fly two nonstop flights per day from each of the 4 cities as well as flights to all other 64 locations. Low fare tickets are on sale now at www.southwest.com/ecpservice! First two bags fly free! (Size and weight restrictions apply). Sign up and start saving today with Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards! Click here for more information about Southwest and the airport opening.

EVP & WaterCross… The 2010 EVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour is coming to Panama City Beach featuring the top "Poster" athletes and free agents. Don’t miss all the action as athletes bump, set and spike their way to a win! Joining them this year is the SuperCup of WaterCross. Don't miss it when the SuperCup of Watercross hits the waters of the Gulf of Mexico! Catch the exciting action on the beach and in the water this year! Click here for more information about the events.

Cooking Class… Learn to prepare a gourmet meal while sipping wine at one of your favorite restaurants. Perfect for date night, girls' night, or try-something-new night!  Students will watch as Chef Mike Meek prepares a four-course, gourmet feast for your enjoyment with wines perfectly paired to each course by Sommelier Cat Meek. Recipe cards will be provided. To make sure we have enough ingredients (and wine!), reservations are required. Click here for more information about the cooking class.

Groovin’ On The Green… Outdoor music series plays all summer long on Mondays in beautiful Carillon Beach. Guests are welcome to bring any beverage of their choice, chairs, blankets & coolers. For details call 850-234-7819. Concerts are held on the Village Green starting at 7:00 pm. Click here for more information about the concerts.

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Book Your Panama City Beach Vacation Now! … We understand concerns travelers might have in booking future vacations to Panama City Beach due to the current oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. So, we here at Panama City Beach want to let you know that as a visitor, we've got you covered with our REAL.FUN.GUARANTEE. This flexible vacation assurance plan will allow you to travel with the confidence in knowing that your vacation is taken care of! Click here for details about the guarantee.