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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. 

Hot Air Balloon Fest in Foley
See Over 40 Balloons at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
Two women walking on a boardwalk from the Gulf in Orange Beach
Ideas for a Mother's Day Getaway on Alabama's Beaches
Orange, white, and green St. Patrick's Day daiquiri at High Tide Daiquiris & Mimosas in Gulf Shores
Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Alabama's Beaches
Crowd at NCAA Beach Volleyball in Gulf Shores
NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship on Alabama's Beaches
Parents swinging little girl on the beach near a lifeguard stand in Orange Beach
Save Time Traveling with Allegiant Flights to Alabama's Beaches
Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores
The Biggest Events & Festivals on Alabama's Beaches
The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
See the Latest in Boating at The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
Fort Morgan Oyster Fest
Things to Do in February on Alabama's Beaches
Two girls holding a t shirt at The Wharf Store in Orange Beach
Gifts from Alabama’s Beaches for Beach Lovers
Family walking on the boardwalk leading to Gulf State Park from Beach Village Resort
How to Spend 12 Days of Christmas on Alabama's Beaches
The Wharf Orange Beach
Things to Do for New Year's on Alabama's Beaches
Father and son at The Wharf during Christmas
Things to Do in December on Alabama's Beaches