Memorial Day

May 2009 /PRNewswire/ - Beach lovers can celebrate the official beginning of summer at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, where families and friends come together each year to celebrate Memorial Day. Sandestin is hosting a great line up of Memorial Day free events. Join the fun at The Village of Baytowne Wharf beginning Friday, May 23 through Memorial Day, Monday May 26.

• On Saturday and Sunday, children can cool off on the Roaring River Slide in the Village from 10 am to 8 p.m.
• At 6 p.m. each evening, bring the kids for crafts and sandcastle building until 9.
• On Friday, bring a blanket and come out and watch the movie "Hannah Montana" under the stars, where 3-D glasses will be provided.
• Additional events include live music on Friday and Saturday from Coconut Radio, a three piece acoustic group.
• On Saturday, listen to a Pops concert 8 p.m. in cooperation with the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra Guild.
• On Sunday, don't miss the annual Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks extravaganza at 9:15 p.m.
• The extended weekend concludes on Monday at 2:30 p.m. with a 30-minute program to salute veterans.

Are you looking for a last minute getaway this Memorial Day? Panama City Beach, Fla. is offering free night stays, lodging specials and celebrations for travelers seeking a last-minute Memorial Day Weekend getaway.

Panama City Beach features 27 miles white-sand beaches and all kinds of recreation, fine dining and shopping. There's something for everyone at this family-friendly beach destination.

The Princess Condominiums is welcoming guests with a stay for seven nights, pay for five special during the week of May 23 – 30. Enjoy Gulf-front accommodations, three pools, free wireless Internet, volleyball, tennis and much more. Want to stay less than a week? No problem! You can still receive 10 percent off the nightly rate. For more information, call 866-617-7620 or visit www.princesscondorentals.com.

Boardwalk Beach Resort has a stay three or more nights, save an extra 20 percent deal. The Boardwalk Beach Resort gets the party going with weekend activities designed for the whole family, including live music, beach activities, sunset cinema beach movies, kids' club activities, access to parasail rides and scooter and jet ski rentals. For more information, call 800-224-GULF(4853) or visit www.boardwalkbeachresort.com.Read more