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Southwest Airlines and The St. Joe Company Enter Into Strategic Alliance to Land Jet Service at Region's Newest Airport; Carrier Plans Start-Up to Multiple Destinations in May 2010

October 21, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. today announces its intent to begin jet service from Northwest Florida's new international airport near Panama City, Florida in May 2010. The planned service is made possible through a strategic alliance agreement developed between Southwest and The St. Joe Company, one of Florida's largest landowners and real estate developers. The new airport will introduce daily jet service to the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, providing Southwest Customers easy access to its stunning white-sand beaches and vibrant communities. For more information on the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, please visit www.thebeachfla.com.

Southwest has not released specific service details, saying only that it will add at least two daily nonstop flights from Northwest Florida to four destinations across its 68 airport network for a total of eight daily nonstop flights when it begins service next year. Northwest Florida will be the first international airport to open in the nation in more than a decade. The new international airport is currently under construction and is scheduled to open in May 2010. Specific details on Southwest's fares and schedule will be available in December 2009. Read more

June 1, 2009 – Enter the REAL. FUN. BEACH. Contest for a chance to win cash and prizes that include a vacation to Panama City Beach in Northwest Florida on the Gulf of Mexico.

This summer, Panama City Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau is holding a contest and giving each winner $10,000 in cash and prizes, including customized beach vacations. There will be five winners in all for a grand total of $50,000 worth of prizes.

From Memorial Day, May 25, through July 31, 2009, you can enter this competition for a personalized vacation package to this destination known for family attractions, award-winning cuisine and 27 miles of sugar-white-sand beaches and emerald green waters. Every package includes a five-night stay in plush, waterfront accommodations, plus customized vacation experiences, cash prizes and more.Read more

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