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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. 

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
Gulf Shores Beach Sunset
The Lasting Gift of Travel on Alabama Beaches
Perdido Pass Bridge in Orange Beach, AL
The Ultimate Road Trip from Tennessee to Gulf Shores
Scuba diver at Poseidon's Playground in Orange Beach, AL
My Scuba Diving Experience on Alabama's Beaches
Fairfield New Venture dive site in Orange Beach, AL
Dive Sites for Experienced Divers on Alabama Beaches
Beach Chair rentals Ike's Beach Services Gulf Shores AL
Coastal Characters: Ike Williams with Ike's Beach Service (Video)
dolphin swimming in Orange Beach Al
Dolphin Fun Facts with Captain Bill Mitchell (Video)
Public beaches in Alabama
Roadtripping from Atlanta to Alabama's Beaches
Marina in Orange Beach
Easy Access to Alabama Gulf Coast Waters with Marinas & Boat Launches
Perdido Pass in Orange Beach, AL
Mother/Daughter Weekend in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
Young girl playing in the sand Gulf Shores, AL
Just the Kids and Me: A Tale of Solo-Parenting During Vacation
Diver at the Capt. Shirley Brown
Beyond the Beaches: Snorkeling & Diving Adventures along Alabama’s Gulf Coast