Myrtle Beach or Panama City or Pensacola?

[DVC2004]

We are looking for a short (3 day) beach trip this summer. Each of these three destinations are about equally as far a drive for us and we've never been to any. If you've been to any would you recommend? We are looking to lounge on the beach but we also would like some attractions near- minigolf, restaurants, etc. Right now I am leaning towards Myrtle Beach. Also where to stay? We would consider hotels, condos and even possibly an RV resort. All info welcome!

[CleveSJM]

I'd go with Myrtle. Tons of stuff to do. I'd stay toward North Myrtle. We really like Ocean Creek Resort condos. Right across the street from Barefoot Landing...

You'll love it.

[krose78]

I may be biased but I will agree that myrtle beach is great. Tons of stuff to do. Great restaurants and great shopping. If you want RV camping Ocean Lakes Campground is great, right on the ocean.

[d_m_n_n]

I guess I'm the odd man out, but I suggest either of the FL locations, mostly Panama City (since you mentioned summertime and not spring break! ). My sister lived in both cities so we spent quite a bit of time at each. PC has a lot of fun things to do but the #1 thing you can't beat is the white sand of the gulf!

[Advnt05]

I second Panama City. I haven't been to Pensecola. Myrtle is great for families. They also have lots of golf and the pottery place. Panama city has nicer beaches and the gulf is warm. There are also nice places to eat. However, don't take your family during college spring break as it's nothing but cruising and raunchiness at night. (Day is not bad). There is also Ebro if you want a little dog racing.

[ibrowse17]

Panama City would be at the bottom of that list for me. Destin beats them all.