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. 

angler holding a tuna caught on a fishing charter in the Gulf
Book a Charter Tuna Trip on Alabama's Beaches
fishing Orange beach
Finding Your Spot While Fishing on Alabama's Beaches
Birding in Gulf State Park
Your Guide to the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail
Anglers with a redfish caught in Orange Beach
Try for an Alabama Inshore Slam While Fishing
Fresh Gulf oysters at Fort Morgan Oyster Fest
Oysters: A Gulf Coast Delicacy with Environmental Impact
Man on back of boat trolling inthe Gulf of Mexico
Trolling for Mackerel Along Alabama's Beaches
Shark off of Gulf State Park Pier
Get to Know the Sharks Found on Alabama’s Beaches
Angler holding a red snapper caught on a charter boat in Orange Beach
Why You Should Report Your Red Snapper Catch in Alabama
Fishing Gulf Shores AL
Catching Catfish in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Family looking at snakes at The Nature Center in Gulf State Park
11 Best Places to See Wildlife on Alabama’s Beaches