Waves crashing onto the shore of Gulf Shores beach

12 Days of Christmas

in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Give your family holiday to remember with a getaway to Alabama's Beaches. While the chances of seeing snow are slim, you can experience the Alabama Gulf Coast's version of a white Christmas, complete with white sand, coastal cocktails, and comfortable weather. Enjoy 12 days of Christmas in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with these ideas to help you count down the days until December 25.

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Chargrilled oysters at Flora-Bama bar in Orange Beach

12 Oysters to Indulge In

12 Oysters to Indulge In

You can’t pass up fresh seafood when on our shores. Order a dozen oysters at one of the dozen seafood spots in the area and savor the delicious taste of the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Family snapping a selfie in front of the mural at The Wharf in Orange Beach

11 Spots to Snap a Photo

11 Spots to Snap a Photo

Freshen up your feed with vacation pics at one of these Instagramable spots around Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.

Fresh shrimp tacos at The Gulf beachfront restaurant in Orange Beach

10 Food Trails to Try

10 Food Trails to Try

Bring your appetite to the beach and satisfy your tastebuds with 10 different food and drink trails highlighting the exquisite cuisine of our shores.

Family walking along a boardwalk trail inside Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores

9 Ecosystems in Gulf State Park

9 Ecosystems in Gulf State Park

Walk, run, or bike through the 28 miles of paved trails of Gulf State Park. Along the way, you’ll experience 9 distinct ecosystems abounding with local flora and fauna.

bushwacker cocktail at Flora-Bama beach bar

8 Ingredients for the Perfect Bushwacker

8 Ingredients for the Perfect Bushwacker

Two liqueurs, two different rums, ice cream, cream of coconut, ice, and chocolate syrup are all you need to make the delicious drink of the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Crowd listening to live music at Flora-Bama famous beach bar in Orange Beach

7 Days a Week of Live Music

7 Days a Week of Live Music

Sit back and listen to the tunes of local musicians every day of the week at the iconic Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar.

Family racing go-karts at The Track Family Fun Park in Gulf Shores

6 Go-Kart Courses to Race On

6 Go-Kart Courses to Race On

On your marks. Get set. Go! Race around the six thrilling go-kart courses at The Track Family Fun Park.

Father and son golfing at Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club in Gulf Shores

5 Local Golf Courses to Play

5 Local Golf Courses to Play

Bring your clubs and play a few rounds on the five pristine courses in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.

a flight of four craft beers at Big Beach Brewing local brewery in Gulf Shores

4 Brews in a Flight

4 Brews in a Flight

Order a flight at Big Beach Brewing and try four of the delicious, locally brewed beers made in-house.

aerial shot of people relaxing on the beach under umbrellas in Gulf Shores

3 Beach Towns to Discover

3 Beach Towns to Discover

Discover the charm of each of the three beach towns that make up Alabama’s Beaches: Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Fort Morgan.

Couple dining on the outdoor deck at Jesse's on the Bay fine dining restaurant in Fort Morgan

Dinner for 2

Dinner for 2

Book a dinner for two at any of the fabulous restaurants in the area. Whether you dine under the stars, by the water, or in the sand, a meal on Alabama’s Beaches is one to remember.

Family walking along a scenic trail leading to Gulf State Park from Beach Village Resort in Orange Beach

1 Unforgettable Vacation

1 Unforgettable Vacation

Fall in love with Alabama’s Beaches and cherish the memories you make during your vacation! Experience all these things and more in one incredible destination.

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Sydnie Lee

Visit Alabama's Beaches Content Specialist

A Gulf Coast native and Travel Marketing Professional, Sydnie is Alabama's Beaches Content Specialist (AKA taste tester and destination researcher.) She spends time visiting restaurants, attractions, activities, and events in the area to get the inside scoop on all things happening in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.

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