Adventures At Sea Beach Rentals

We are so fortunate to have beach service and paddle board rentals available right in front of the Joy Coastal condo through Adventures at Sea. I had a chance to talk with Will, who runs the beach rental hut, about his recommendations for visitors coming to Panama City Beach.

Joy Coastal: How long have you been in Panama City Beach?

Will: I have been coming down to Panama City as long as I remember. My grandmother has lived here since the 80s, so I have visited regularly since I was born. My family moved to my hometown, Montgomery, Alabama in 2000. I have taken many road trips to PCB until it turned into a summer job.

My first week working was my freshman year of high school at The Summit in 2014. I remember I got $330 cash at the end of the week and thought I was rich. I started working in Panama City Beach in the summer of 2018. I had just graduated high school and decided to take the opportunity to work a summer. One summer turned into another and I winded up here after I graduated with my degree in Business Administration from the University of Alabama. People always ask, “Why don’t you use your degree?” I’m still young and would like to do the things I enjoy and not sit at a desk in an office.

Joy Coastal: What rentals are available at the Dunes of Panama beach?

Will: We rent beach chairs and umbrellas (by the day and by the week) and paddle boards here. I can also arrange dolphin tours, jet ski rentals and pontoon boat rentals through Adventures at Sea. The boat tours leave two miles away from the marina.

Jet skis for rent in front of The Dunes of Panama.

Joy Coastal: What are some of your favorite restaurants in Panama City Beach?

Will: J. Michaels - the oysters and grouper sandwiches are great, and the prices are reasonable.  I also like Runaway Island for the water view and the food.  The Sand Bar also has really good food.  Finns, the food truck across the street is great for breakfast and lunch. Their burritos and tacos are some of the best in town.  And if you're in the mood for Mexican food, Guadalajara.  Dat Cajun Place is another good spot for po boys, seafood baskets, gumbo and oysters. I would recommended the “Nawlins” and Chicken fried chicken.

Joy Coastal: What are some of your "can't miss" recommendations for people visiting PCB?

Will: Try parasailing and dolphin tours if you can!  A trip to Shell Island is always a blast.  I would also encourage people to get out on the water, either by boat or jet ski, for a different way to experience the Gulf.

Make sure to talk to Will at the beach rental hut about activities that are available through him on your trip. He's a wealth of knowledge about the area and has some great insights!