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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. 

Sail Wild Hearts Kayaking Orange Beach
22 Places to Launch Your Kayak & Paddle Board
Gulf State Park Pier
Everything You Need to Know About the Gulf State Park Pier
Sand Castle University Orange Beach
Tips for Sandcastle Building on Alabama Beaches
White Trout caught in the Gulf of Mexico
White Trout Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Father and daughter having a beer at Big Beach Brewing Company
My Father/Daughter Visit to Alabama’s Beaches
Family fun on the Go-Karts at Adventure Island in Orange Beach
From Toddler to Teen: How We Keep Them All Entertained 
Family running on beach
5 Things I Learned From My Alabama Beach Vacation
Skimboarding Orange Beach
Learn How to Skimboard on Alabama’s Beaches
Paint & Paddle Kayak Trip with the Wind and Water Learning Center in Orange Beach
Paddle Away with the Wind & Water Learning Center
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Lemur Encounter
Walk on the Wild Side at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
Gulf Shores Beach Sunset
The Lasting Gift of Travel on Alabama Beaches
Beach Boardwalk
How I Spent 48 Hours with My Husband on Alabama Beaches