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Explore Alabama's Gulf Coast. Beautiful white sand shores, outdoor adventures, the nation's best recreational trail, and unique attractions make Alabama Beaches the perfect destination for a fabulous spring or summer vacation.
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Year after year, visitors return to the Alabama Gulf Coast...
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Gulf Shores newest hot spot located at the waterway village on the north side of Gulf Shores at the Inner coastal canal. Bellingrath Gardens and Home Bellingrath’s 65-acre Garden and museum Home on Fowl River is a historic travel attraction with year-round beauty for visitors to enjoy.
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So many people (especially those who live outside the Southeast) don’t even realize that Alabama is a beach destination. The panhandle of Florida eats up most of the real estate due south of the state, so Alabama’s swath of coastline is often missed after a quick glance at the map. Related: First Timer’s Guide to the Florida Panhandle Beaches But A...
The vast majority of visitors to the Alabama Beaches come in by car. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach serve a pretty broad drive market that includes most of the Southeast. I was pretty surprised to find out recently from a friend in Kentucky that many families from her area make the road trip regularly every year! Even Illinois and Indiana-based trave...
While the area is definitely more of a drive destination, travelers who want to fly in have several airport options for flying to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. Our family has flown into the vast majority of the airports in the region in our travels over the years, so we have a lot of experience with the options! The best and closest airpor...
Yes! When it comes to family friendly, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are about as good as it gets. Most of the accommodations were built with families in mind. Kid-friendly food and activities abound in the area. Restaurants all reliably have amenities for families like kids menus and high chairs, and no one is going to look twice at you taking kids...
For travelers used to beach vacation destinations in many other places, the lodging situation on the Alabama Gulf Coast might appear a bit strange at first glance. The vast majority of the accommodations available in the area are condos for rent from individual owners — not hotels. There is a fair mix of standalone beach homes available for rent as...
While I highly recommend spending a lot of lazy time at the beach and by the pool, there are so many activities in and around Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. While we were in the area for a whole week on our last vacation, there were quite a few activities we could not find time to fit in. Figure out your top 3 before you go, because you may run out ...
Eat Out Early: The food in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach is amazing all around, but top restaurants are very, very popular. If you arrive at peak dinner hour, you can often expect waits of 1-2 hours...Consider the Off-Season: As much as I love taking a dip in the ocean or pool during the heat of Alabama summer, there are a few down sides to going to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in June, July, an...Get a Discount: As you might find in a lot of beach destinations, activities in the area can be expensive. But it’s so easy to find a discount for a number of the things you might want to do in Ora...Have a Plan for Groceries: With most of the lodging in the area being condos and home rentals, almost everyone has a kitchen. And that means everyone needs to stock it! Grocery stores and superstor...If you are headed to the Alabama Beaches, make the packing process easier with this beach vacation packing listfrom Stuffed Suitcase. And for even more perspectives on Alabama beach vacations, check out these guides from some fellow family travel bloggers I personally know and trust who have also traveled recently to the area: 1. 29 Brilliant Thing...
Mar 2, 2024 · Travel. Alabama. 24 Best Things To Do In Gulf Shores And Orange Beach. With its white sand, seafood, and wildlife sanctuaries, the Alabama coast was once the South's best-kept secret. Here are the top things to do on a visit to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. By. Jenna Sims. Updated on March 2, 2024. In This Article. Enjoy The Outdoors.
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- Gulf Shores 10th Street Public Access. Gulf Shores. This is a Beach Access only. There is parking across the street from this location. Temporary Restroom facilities are available...
- Gulf Shores 6th Street Public Access. Gulf Shores. Located six blocks west of Highway 59, you can park and walk the boardwalk to the beach. An outdoor shower...
- Lagoon Pass Park. Gulf Shores. The Little Lagoon Pass Park is a great spot for taking in the sites and accessing the beach. The park... Visit Website.
- Romar Beach-A Gulf State Park beach area. Orange Beach. This beach area is easy to get to. It's perfect for a quick beach stroll or an impromptu picnic. It's...
Dec 15, 2022 · Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. Alabama's Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area offers more than 30 miles of white sand beaches and sea oat-covered dunes. History buffs can explore...
Pizarro Ave Beach Access. Historic Fort Morgan Beaches. Best Beaches of Gulf Shores FAQs. Places to Stay in Gulf Shores. Overview of Gulf Shores Alabama Beaches. The four primary beaches along the Alabama Gulf Coast are Gulf Shores, Gulf State Park, Orange Beach, and the Fort Morgan Peninsula.
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