UWF HAAS CENTER ECONOMIC SURVEY FINDS PENSACOLA BEACH PRICES ARE TOO HIGH

022525 (PNJ) The UWF Haas Center economic impact survey finds Pensacola Beach visitors say prices are too high. Daytripper's to the beach identified parking as the biggest issue. Overnight visitors voiced concerns about accommodation pricing, only 34% of respondents felt the prices were reasonable. The high price of dining also took a direct hit as visitors say it too was way too expensive. Many full-time residents, 30% voiced concerns about traffic, pedestrian safety, speeding, and with burglary and theft.