The Beach is Calling Blog

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Snowbirds looking for fellow birds in the Gulf State Park
Kids looking at the beach

Your Guide to the Gulf Coast

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, couples’ trips, family vacays, and golf or fishing trips, you’ll discover plenty of vacation inspiration. 

Fishing tournament boats at the Wharf Marina during the Blue Marlin Grand Champion fishing tournament in Orange Beach
Big Game Fishing Tournaments on Alabama's Beaches
Family walking along the beach at sunset
How to Plan a Family Reunion on Alabama's Beaches
Kids splashing in the water while at the beach in Gulf Shores
Family Road Trip from Tennessee to Alabama's Beaches
Sand Castle University Orange Beach
Tips for Sandcastle Building on Alabama's Beaches
Family walking along a boardwalk on the beach in Gulf Shores
Easter Events & Activities on Alabama's Beaches
Jubilee Fishing Phenomenon Mobile Bay
What the Jubilee Phenomenon Does to Fish In Mobile Bay
People kayaking along the calm backbays in Orange Beach
22 Places to Launch Your Kayak & Paddle Board
Bowfishing in Gulf Shores, AL
Bowfishing: A New Way to Slay on Alabama’s Beaches
Fishing Gulf State Park Pier
11 Record-Breaking Catches from Alabama Fishing in 2022