Slayden & Susan Kingsbury
Skip & Janice Manzi
Crawford McWilliams & Emily Etscheid
P
erdido Key welcomed a brand-new
business into the community on
Friday, September 7. Pee Paw’s
Histerical Tours had their offi cial
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the
Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce. The
community of Perdido Key and surrounding
areas is rich in culture, tourism, and history,
and owner John Vick felt the need to fi nd
a great way to tie all these unique features
together into a package to educate travelers
and newcomers to the area.
John explained, “My wife Linda came
home from a trip and mentioned that she had
been on a tour that inspired her. She said,
“You’re retired. You could do this here!”
John has been working with several area
businesses to gather their support, as well as
any old photos, records, and inspired stories
to compile a one of a kind experience. The
tour is set to last about two hours, spanning
the locations of Perdido Key, Johnson’s
Beach, Innerarity Point, and the Naval Air
Station. Each tour features a slide show of
over seventy historic photos. Clips from the
1956 “Wings of Eagles” and a one-minute
intro from the 1960’s series Blue Angels are
also featured.
Pee Paw’s wanted to include a little bit of
a “human” element by combining the area’s
rich history with local stories passed down
from generation to generation. One of the
highlights mentioned is that Hollywood
stars Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford
Bought land in Innerarity Point with the
intent to build a residence, golf courses,
and polo grounds. The tour also helps to
encourage guests to indulge in our local
cuisine, shopping locations, and featured
attractions.
photos & story by
Kristina Wright
Tricia Wible & Allison Blake
VIP Pensacola at Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce
Linda & John Vick, Dana Pagador
Pee Paw’s
Histerical Tours
Ribbon Cutting
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