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Sailing off the coast of Pensacola
haven for birds, but you can also spot dolphin and cow nose rays swimming, and it’s even a nesting ground for sea turtles. There are so many different ways to beach in Pensacola, but we highly-recommend nature tours to discover the wetlands and marshes. The Footprints in the Sand Eco-Trail is another incredible experience for kids. Although, if you want to create your own adventure, follow miles of trails and boardwalks leading to off-the-beaten-path places that will stay with you long after you’ve shaken the last of the sand out of your shoes back home. Explore Pensacola’s waterways by canoe, kayak or paddleboard, with plenty of unique excursions to choose from. Try a Glow Paddle tour on Pensacola Beach, where clear kayaks with LED lights illuminate the water for a mesmerising nighttime adventure. There’s no shortage of places to paddle or expert outfitters either. Head to Big Lagoon State Park to explore part of the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail, which starts in the Pensacola Bay Area. A dolphin cruise is another unforgettable thrill, and again, there are plenty of choices, so finding one to suit your kids is easy. There’s even a dolphin cruise to coincide with the Blue Angels practices, if you need a bit of extra excitement. Or maybe nothing will do but waterpark thrills? Splash City Adventure, right in the heart of Pensacola, or Laguna’s Adventure Park on Pensacola Beach, are family favorites. Of course, the legendary Blue Angels also call Pensacola home and they put on two spectacular air shows here each year – one over Pensacola Beach in July and a homecoming show on base every autumn, to close out their season. And from March until October you can also watch them practicing from several local vantage points, including Fort Pickens. Be sure to tell your kids that seeing a practice session earns them the right to call the squadron, ‘Our Blues’, just like the locals do. It’s a Pensacola tradition, just ask anyone lucky enough to live here. So now you know, whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a little bit of both, Pensacola, Florida is waiting.
Glow Paddle tours
Exploring Fort Pickens
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