So, Heather wanted a place with a beach as our third and final destination. However, she was skeptical over how warm the water would be. So, we wanted other stuff to do, as well, in case the water was too cold. Well, Pensacola Beach (Wings of Gold) won!
Where to Stay
The Holiday Inn Express at Pensacola Beach was highly rated. So, we thought we would give it a try. It turned out to be an excellent choice! Here's some reasons why:
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| Every room is an ocean-view room. |
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| They all come with balconies... |
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| The balconies have patio furniture! |
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| The hotel had its own walkway to the beach... |
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| Any kids that are present with you at check-in score a pail and shovel! |
Lily was also able to score a foam shark, which she promptly bit off one of the tips of the tail. (We'd take a picture of it, but it looks kind of sad without the full tail intact...and we're supposed to be a happy blog!)
So, definitely stay here if you are going to Pensacola Beach!
Publix
Once we got to Florida, we decided to be a little lazy. Instead of going out for dinner, we opted for the Publix store-made Cuban sandwiches, some chips, and drinks. Thankfully, we have Publix back at home. So, I picked up another sandwich for lunch for my first day back at work.
Anyway, if you don't live near a Publix, be sure to stop at one the next time you are in Florida. They have a world class deli and bakery!
Fort Pickens
The next morning, we checked out of the hotel and drove to the western end of the island to Fort Pickens. It cost us $8 for the three of us to get in (they charge by the car load).
Anyway, if Civil War history interests you, this is a place to go see. Now, I'm not really a history buff, but seeing the fort and the various cannons was good enough for me.
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| "I think I'll go for a walk, Daddy!" |
Also on the grounds of the Fort Pickens National Park were some beaches. So, we got one last Lily picture before heading back home...
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| Cue the musical theme to "Chariots of Fire" here... |
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