We have flown on Spirit when we lived in Florida, but it doesn't seem to work out as well when we go to the west coast. And, there are only two of us, and often only me, quite different than your 7! We have spent enough time in Panama City to see the important things, and now we are only there coming or going from the airport. I like David much more, way less crazy here, especially if you stay out of downtown.
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