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Beach Like Barbie in Panama City Beach, Florida

by Kimberly Inlander

Aug 8, 2023

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Destinations / North America

As everyone around the globe continues to live in a Barbie world, Panama City Beach, Florida, offers a perfect spot for family travelers to take a Barbie-inspired getaway. Pack your pink and check out these things to see and do throughout the area:

 

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Barbie-Style Beach Day

Take the ferry to Shell Island, between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay, for untouched paradise and outdoor adventure offerings like paddleboarding, kayaking and more. At night, enjoy a curated beach bonfire setup from Back Beach Rentals.

 

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This annual garden party boasts Barbie-like fashion and photos, with the Gulf of Mexico as the backdrop. The two-day culinary festival and live concert highlights the area’s passion for its people, places and cuisine.

 

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Dining

These spots serve Barbie pink refreshments desserts and more: Thomas Donut & Snack Shop, Coco Locos, Pink Pelican Ice Cream Bar and Firefly.

 

Accommodations

Choose from either vacation rentals or hotels in Panama City Beach. Get Barbie Dreamhouse-esque rentals from agencies including Panhandle Getaways and Holiday Beach Rentals. Hotel options include Hyatt Place Panama City Beach, Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach and more.

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