10. It’s a party town- The majority of the year, PCB is a pretty calm and laid back place to vacation. If you aren’t into the party scene and want to enjoy a beach vacation during the spring break season then PCB probably is not the place for you. Luckily, spring break season only falls during the month of March, leaving you nearly 11 months of the year to enjoy everything that PCB has to offer. If the girls gone wild scene is what you are looking for, you should hit up the beach in March.

9. It is expensive- I’m not exactly sure where this rumor has come about, but PCB is actually cheaper than other comparable destinations in some aspects. For example, the recent influx of vacation rentals has driven the price of lodging in the area down significantly. Not to mention, beach access is free most places that you go. Trust me, you won’t find a cheaper beach vacation.

8.There isn’t anything to do- Once again; I’m not sure about this one. Every time I have gone to PCB there has been so much to do that I didn’t have the opportunity to get it all done. No matter who is vacationing with you, there is something for everyone. There are golf courses, fishing, tours, beach activities, shopping, dining, water parks, go-carts, parasailing, bungee jumping, and so much more.

7. There isn’t any good food to eat- This myth is my personal favorite. There is a variety of every type of food that you could possibly want to eat in PCB. There is an excess of pancake places for breakfast, tons of fast food, plenty of local seafood, several locally owned Greek restaurants, Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, and all the chains you could possible want. You will not go hungry in PCB. Fare warning for those of you from Texas or Mexico: Pass on the Mexican food because you will be severely disappointed, others may like it.

6. The island is a dump- This may have been a concern in the early 2000’s, but this kind of rhetoric is no longer applicable. PCB is a new and vibrant city thanks to the many recent construction projects. The main street is lined with luxurious condominiums and entertainment districts. The beaches are as beautiful as always and the island is better kept than ever before.

5. The beach is dangerous- The Panama City Beach Police Department has a specific until designated to the beach to ensure the safety of all citizens. The Beach and Surf Information Unit keeps a close watch on the water and places beach warning flags in areas where people swim. As long as you heed the warnings of the flags you should be safe.

4. The beaches are crowded- There are certain times of the year when the beaches are more crowded than others. Luckily, PCB has 27 miles of beaches. There is plenty of beach access and room for all. But, if you are looking for something more low key, St. Andrew’s State Park is the place to go. This state park has over a mile and half of beach area and other various recreational activities as well.

3.There is not enough lodging- This is not a myth, but a flat out lie. PCB has everything you could possibly want. There are campgrounds, RV parks, motels, hotels, condominiums, and cabins. You name it and Panama City Beach has it! But, my suggestion is to stay in a condo on the beach if you want to get the most out of your vacation.

2. You will be eaten by a shark- Billions of people flock to beaches each year and it is very rare to hear about shark attacks. Sharks do live in the water, and no matter what beach vacation you take you will hear tales about sharks. Stop worrying and enjoy the water, you have a better chance of being struck by lightening.

1.Your vacation will be ruined by hurricanes- I wouldn’t worry too much about this one. Unlike other natural disasters, there is plenty of warning before a hurricane approaches. Go ahead and book your vacation in advance and be sure to purchase insurance. If by chance a hurricane does roll through, you will be covered. Quit being fooled by rumors and plan the vacation of your dreams.