If staying in Seagrove...

which WalMart should I go to? The one in Destin or the one in PCB?

No offense, but why go to either? Is there something you can get at Walmart that you can't get in SoWal?

B/c we are buying supplies for 35 people and it just the economical choice. When it's just me and the family we go to the Publix. Hence, the reason I need to ask the question. I've never been to either Wal Mart and don't know which is closer.

From Seagrove I think it's kind of a wash. But if the Wal-Mart is in PCB and not Panama City proper, I would guess the PCB one would be quicker, because potentially less traffic going that way on 98.

Can you hit one on the way in?

B/c we are buying supplies for 35 people and it just the economical choice. When it's just me and the family we go to the Publix. Hence, the reason I need to ask the question. I've never been to either Wal Mart and don't know which is closer.

Both are about the same but PCB is usually easier to navigate to and fro. Although go as early as you can for either. Destin has places along the way you might want to stop at.

Once you factor in gas, time, and hassle - Publix is a better choice. I can't imagine prices are much different than WM.

From Seagrove I think it's kind of a wash. But if the Wal-Mart is in PCB and not Panama City proper, I would guess the PCB one would be quicker, because potentially less traffic going that way on 98.

Can you hit one on the way in?

Ditto TFT. If you must, the one in PCB on Middle Beach Rd will be the quickest to get to due to less traffic there than Destin.

Both are about the same but PCB is usually easier to navigate to and fro. Although go as early as you can for either. Destin has places along the way you might want to stop at.

Once you factor in gas, time, and hassle - Publix is a better choice. I can't imagine prices are much different than WM.

For the hassle alone, Publix is much better. Walmart has great prices on sunscreen and a few other items and has many other things to offer over the grocery stores, however, everything you need for the beach is available at reasonable prices in SoWal without having to make the hour and ten minute round trip drive. Whatever you do, if you want to avoid the crowds at Walmart or Publix you better go in the wee hours of the morning or the weekdays.

Isn't there a Sam's in PC? Seems to me, if buying supplies for 35 people, bulk buying would be the way to go.

Isn't there a Sam's in PC? Seems to me, if buying supplies for 35 people, bulk buying would be the way to go.

I was just thinking the same thing. Where is the Sam's in PCB?

there's a sams on 23rd street way east (almost to 231)

to make it worthwhile, go to the wal-mart in pcb after 5pm and have an early dinner while you are there at pompano's (right next door)

order the shrimp pompano for an appetizer

then order the whole grilled pompano with drawn butter and two forks

flip a coin for who gets what

the winner starts at the head and the loser gets to start at the tail

meet in the middle - can be either romantic or an epic battle!

then flip it and toss again

save some snail rolls and honey butter for me

oops, i shouldn't have gone there - 2 more hours to lunch and now i'm hoongry for some pompano in drawn butter!

Agree completely with SJ & Kurt about Publix. With the exception of the beach toys at the front of the store, I thought their prices were well in line with what I pay here at home. Even purchased a very nice blow dryer there and it was only $16. I don't think it would have been any cheaper at Wal-mart. With the price of gas and the traffic on 98, I wouldn't shop anywhere but Publix unless they didn't have something I needed.

P.S. And they don't even require you to sign up for a frequent shopper card to get sale prices (all the other grocery stores I know of have them.)

If we "have to" we go to the Wally world in PCB, Destin traffic is a nightmare Hope you have a great vacation !!!!!!!!!!

In 1992 we honeymooned in Seaside, went to Sams in PCB to stock up on staples... and never left the house!!!

Don't forget about Walmart on 331, around Defuniak, if you're coming southbound! Might be a little congested, but you'll have crowds most anywhere, this time of the year! I agree, late night/early morning, are the best! :clap_1: Also, I use http://www.mapquest.com, for everything! It'll provide exact locations, directions, precise mileage and estimated time to get there. http://www.walmart.com Be careful and have a great 4th!

which WalMart should I go to? The one in Destin or the one in PCB?

Mapquest may give directions but it can be deceptive if you are basing the travel time on proximity. For example, usually stores in Ft Walton are closer than Panama City, yet I can typically get to PC more quickly without having to battle as much traffic during the season.

There is a Wallmart or maybe it's a Sam's in Andelusia (sp?). If you come through there on your way down you could stop there.

I bet if Paige is buying goods for 35 people, she will have to unload the bus before she goes shopping. That is typically why most beach goers don't stop at the one in Defuniak.

You are right, we will have to unload first.

The WalMart in PCB is definitely more convenient to Seagrove. That is where I go...but I go extremely early or extremely late. It is usually very crowed.

I bet if Paige is buying goods for 35 people, she will have to unload the bus before she goes shopping. That is typically why most beach goers don't stop at the one in Defuniak.

Bingo......unless you are Ktschris (hee hee) she will put groceries on kids laps or hang them out the window just so she doesn't have to leave the beach and shop later

Worst company in America. Might as well eat at Mickey D's everyday as well. Oh wait they got them inside of Walmart. Hooray this is what we should be fightin for... a Walmart in every corner of Walton County. They're great so long as you don't try to compete with them. SHHHH... I think their spies are onto me!

DO NOT GO TO THE WALMART IN PCB!!!!! I was told that they have lost many many employees. This is after I abandoned a buggy full of stuff. There are only a few (6-8) cashiers and that is including the express lanes. I stood in line the other day for 35 minutes. (I know I am CRAZY) anyway I just went to Kmart by the bridge to get some other items. There is a Sams in PC and if you go that far there is another Walmart that is maybe a 1/2 mile east of there.

DO NOT GO TO THE WALMART IN PCB!!!!! I was told that they have lost many many employees. This is after I abandoned a buggy full of stuff. There are only a few (6-8) cashiers and that is including the express lanes. I stood in line the other day for 35 minutes. (I know I am CRAZY) anyway I just went to Kmart by the bridge to get some other items. There is a Sams in PC and if you go that far there is another Walmart that is maybe a 1/2 mile east of there.

I heard the same thing about the PCB Walmart, and have experienced the same LOOOOng lines. Apparently the manager was fired after working for Walmart of 20 years. Certainly something strange happened there.

Its not worth the trip unless you need something that Publix does not carry. Or go early in the a.m. before 10. Every Walmart is always crowded this time of year. Also, the Sandestin Publix and the Publix by Carillon are much bigger stores than the Watercolor one.

As far as awards for being crowded go, Publix at Watercolor has been holding its own fairly well the last couple of weekends. I went in for three things yesterday afternoon and came out like .

But, it was obvious that the back-up was not due to customer service issues...all registers were open, each department was well-manned, etc...it's just summer in Seagrove.

sounds like you guys have the same walmart issues we have her in indiana. i refuse to go there, period. can someone tell me - what is the purpose of putting in 24 checkout lanes if only 3 are gonna be open at a time ?

As far as awards for being crowded go, Publix at Watercolor has been holding its own fairly well the last couple of weekends. I went in for three things yesterday afternoon and came out like .

But, it was obvious that the back-up was not due to customer service issues...all registers were open, each department was well-manned, etc...it's just summer in Seagrove.

We were there a few weeks ago and it is dangerous. I was dizzy by the time I left. I ask a young employee when would be a less busy time to return. He replied, "Winter". Customer service was good. Deli was a nightmare.
Publix at Carillion area is much better!