This is such a magical place for me, with my family, a wonderful tradition that to me is unparalleled in beauty, peace, and rejuvenation.
The sugar-sand beaches are perfect, the climate mild to hot depending on time of year, but most of the year consistently and beautifully nice with the soft coastal breeze blowing.
One of my favorite things to do at Pensacola Beach is to rent bikes and ride past the wild beaches (to close to Navarre and back) with my daughters.
I love-love-love Fort Pickens, located on Pensacola Beach, built in 1834 to defend Pensacola from foreign attacks. It was held by the Union during the Civil War. Geronimo was once imprisoned here! It’s fun to me to climb over and scurry around the fort and grounds!
Our family loves Joe Patti’s seafood market. It has been in Pensacola since 1931. There are all kinds of fresh fish and seafood. I also like shopping for jams, relishes, and even souvenir t-shirts in the adjoining room. There traditionally has been a beignet stand outside of Joe Patti’s but it was disappointingly closed the last time we were there. We all choose an assortment of seafood at Joe Patti’s which my husband makes into a wonderful meal in the condo.
One night is always set aside for grilling on the beach!
My favorite restaurant on the whole on Pensacola Beach is The Native Cafe! It advertises as owned by fifth-generation Pensacolians. I just know it is soooooo good. And decorated with local artwork, fun to spend time in, as well.
We stay at the Emerald Isle—it’s all you need with beautiful balcony views and nicely equipped furnishings, and uncrowded beaches awaiting in magical splendor as you step outside!
Lots to see on a run down the sidewalk in Pensacola Beach!
Pensacola Beach can’t be beat for family fun, year after year!
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