The Beach is Calling Blog

On Alabama's Beaches

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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. 

Bushwacker at LuLu's restaurant in Gulf Shores
Where to Get Bushwackers on Alabama's Beaches
Papa Rocco's Gulf Shores
12 Restaurants Locals Love on Alabama’s Beaches
Father and son at The Wharf during Christmas
Things to Do in December on Alabama's Beaches
Coastal Orange Beach Cocktail
6 Beach Bars to Raise a Glass to on Alabama's Beaches
Family Vacation Gulf Shores
12 Things to Know Before Visiting Alabama’s Beaches
Red or White at The Wharf
Where to “Wine” Down on Alabama's Beaches
Draft beers on the bar with football playing on the TV at Big Beach Brewing in Gulf Shores
Sports Bars & Game-Day Restaurants on Alabama's Beaches
fresh gulf fish at Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails
5 Delicious Beach Dinners Ideas on Alabama's Beaches