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Pensacola, FL
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With a moderate climate year round due to its proximity to the Gulf
of Mexico and its western Florida location, any time of year is
suitable for a visit. Even in January the temperature averages a
comfortable 52, with highs in the mid 60’s. It’s the time of year the
Polar Bear Club holds its annual Polar Bear Dip. If you are lucky
enough to be visiting in November, the famous U.S. Navy Blue Angels,
who are based in Pensacola, return home for their annual homecoming air
show. Regardless of the time of year, there is something worth seeing
and doing. For a taste of the city, be sure to visit Flounder’s
Restaurant. Known for its kid-friendly atmosphere, complete with a
jungle-gym boat outside in the sand area, surrounded by dining tables
along Santa Rosa sound and filled with antiques from around the globe,
this is no ordinary restaurant.
A must see attraction in the area is the National Museum of Aviation
with its IMAX Theater.
The Museum displays over 170 vintage aircraft and spans 300,000 square
feet. Combine this with a movie at the IMAX and it makes for a perfect
day of recreation with a historical flare. No visit to the area is
complete without spending some time at an amusement park. Sam’s Fun
City is conveniently located and features over 20 rides, go-karts,
bumper boats, and mini golf, as well as an arcade and water park.
Pensacola also is home to many beautiful parks with fountains, play
areas and water access. Feed the ducks at Bayview Park or watch an
osprey return to its nest with a freshly caught fish at Big Lagoon
State Park. And speaking of fishing, the old Pensacola Bay Bridge is
one of the longest fishing piers in the US and for just a small charge;
you can fish right in the middle of the bay.
Downtown is a place for a leisurely walk and for terrific shopping.
Stop at one of the coffee shops, cafes or eateries for lunch, or for an
afternoon latte. The downtown area showcases art galleries featuring
both local and regional art, as well as the traveling exhibits found in
the Pensacola Museum of Art. If antique shopping entices you, antique
stores and flea markets pepper the area from the elegant to the
eclectic. The city has been given many nicknames over the years; The
Cradle of Naval Aviation, The Western Gate to the Sunshine State,
America’s First Settlement, and the City of Five Flags. All such
monikers are fitting in their descriptions of this vibrant and
beautiful place. Spend some time in Pensacola - you'll see why they say
it's where thousands live the way millions wish they could.
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