I need ideas for a vacation.

In need of a moment's peace/tranquility...Any ideas on a cheap beach vacation (specifically Panama City Beach)?

• I would like to stay at a hotel on the beach, but it is not necessary. I know I will save money on a hotel not on the beach. What are some money saving tips for a vacation in Panama City Beach? It will either be just me or maybe one more person. I am having beach withdrawals. LOL I have been unemployed for 6 months, and I am just getting back on my feet. I need a vacation more than EVER! Even for just a couple of days. I HAVE to get out of town for a bit towards this summer. I find comfort and peace in watching the waves, listening to the sound of the ocean, and enjoying the warm sand, etc........... Seriously, it's not just leisure, it's very important because I have been having a VERY hard time, and I will need a vacation. It will be good for my soul. I know rates are more expensive during peak season. It doesn't matter when I go, I just want it to be a good time to go while the weather and water is still warm. I don't require luxury, but I don't want to stay in a crappy place or make it a rough vacation. Any suggestions?

• Answer:

  You could stay at sugar sands. It is one of the few small hotels still left around there. I stayed there about 5 years ago and it was very reasonable. It is on the quiet west end of the beach so it is not very crowded. Not fancy by any means, but it was clean. http://www.sugarsands.com/