Florida Golf Outlet
Florida Golf Outlet in Panama City is one of the prime shopping attractions in Northwest Florida for duffers. The store is staffed by people who actually golf themselves and know about the equipment and gear they carry. Brands of shoes, clubs and equipment here are all big names you recognize: Callaway, Titleist, TaylorMade and more. You will find a massive collection of golf shoes and shirts, and the best part is that much of what is sold at Florida Golf Outlet can be had at more than half off standard retail price.
Florida Golf Outlet
9212 Panama City Beach Pkwy.
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
(850) 235-0391
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Sandestin Resort
Even those who live in the panhandle are taken aback by the extraordinary clarity of the waters around Destin. See for yourself just how beautiful the beaches are at the highly regarded Sandestin Resort. The golf course at Sandestin has been named one of the 75 best golf resorts in the country by both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine. One of the best ways to enjoy the amazing sparkling clarity of Destin's water is from the vantage point of a parasail. Those afraid of heights can choose to kayak, play beach volleyball or shop at the specialty mall on the premises.
Sandestin Resort
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W.
Sandestin, FL 32550
(866) 931-3678
sandestin.com/
Eglin Air Force Base
Northwest Florida has many military bases including Eglin, which is open for tours as well as activities such as camping, hunting and fishing. One of the most interesting places on the base is the Armaments Museum's collection of vintage military planes. There is even a challenging golf course that is available for those who can show an active or retired military ID. The course also includes a driving range and pro shop. If you come to Eglin during the summer you may even on occasion get the added benefit of watching the Blue Angels practicing in the skies over nearby Pensacola.
Eglin AFB
Eglin AFB, FL 32542
(850) 882-1113
eglin.af.mil/index.asp
About The Author
Timothy Sexton is an award-winning author who started writing in 1994. He has written on topics ranging from politics and golf to nutrition and travel, and his work appears online for Zappos.com, Disaboom, USAToday.com and MOJO, among others. He has also done work for "Sherlock Holmes and Philosophy." He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of West Florida.