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. 

Girlfriends having a beachfront picnic in Orange Beach
A Rejuvenating Girlfriends’ Getaway on Alabama's Beaches
Family relaxing on the beach under an umbrella in Gulf Shores
Tips to Stay Cool on Alabama’s Beaches This Summer
Man riding a foil board near the shore in Orange Beach
Coolest Ways to Hit the Water on Alabama's Beaches
Scuba diver at Poseidon's Playground in Orange Beach, AL
My Scuba Diving Experience on Alabama's Beaches
Public beaches in Alabama
Road-Tripping from Atlanta to Alabama's Beaches
Beaches Gulf Shores
Why Alabama's Beaches are an Easy Vacation Choice
Family hiking in Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores
5 Cool Ways to Explore Nature on Alabama's Beaches
Mom and daughter on a dolphin cruise in Orange Beach
The Lasting Gift of Travel on Alabama's Beaches
Family walking along the beach at sunset
How to Plan a Family Reunion on Alabama's Beaches
Family enjoying a dolphin cruise tour in Orange Beach
Top Family Spring Break Activities on Alabama's Beaches