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The Beach is Calling Blog

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Ready to start planning your trip to Alabama's Beaches? Our “Beach is Calling” blog shares the best beach vacation tips, including favorite hot spots for fresh seafood, activities and attractions for nonstop fun, unique things to do, and itineraries for every type of vacation. 

Our blogs, written by guests, local experts, and Alabama's Beaches staff, can help you plan a trip no matter the season or group. From guys’ and girls’ getaways, couple’s trips, family vacays, and golf or fishing trips, you’ll discover plenty of vacation inspiration. 

Birding in Gulf State Park
Your Guide to the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail
Kayaking in Orange Beach
8 Ways to Pack Fun into Your Labor Day Weekend
Fresh Gulf oysters at Fort Morgan Oyster Fest
Oysters: A Gulf Coast Delicacy with Environmental Impact
People enjoying Shrimp Fest in Gulf Shores, best beach festival
10 Things to Do in October on Alabama's Beaches
Sand Castle University Orange Beach
Tips for Sandcastle Building on Alabama Beaches
Fairfield New Venture dive site in Orange Beach, AL
Dive Sites for Experienced Divers on Alabama Beaches
Teen golfing with Dad in Gulf Shores
Get Your Teen Into Golfing on Alabama's Beaches
Beach Chair rentals Ike's Beach Services Gulf Shores AL
Coastal Characters: Ike Williams with Ike's Beach Service (Video)
The Yard Milkshake Bar
Coastal Characters: Logan & Chelsea Green at The Yard (Video)