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. 

Beaches Gulf Shores
Why Alabama's Beaches are an Easy Vacation Choice
Divers exploring advanced dive spots in Orange Beach
Dive Sites for Experienced Divers on Alabama's Beaches
pink rose boat rental cruising near the islands in Orange Beach
Where to Go With a Boat on Alabama’s Beaches
Poseidon's Playground dive site in Orange Beach
Best Snorkeling & Diving Spots on Alabama's Beaches
Gulf State Park Pier
Everything You Need to Know About the Gulf State Park Pier
Family running on beach
What I Learned From My Vacation on Alabama's Beaches
Couple lounging on chairs with cocktails by the pool at The Lodge
Summertime Songs for Your Alabama's Beaches Playlist
Kids running on beach in Gulf Shores
Beach Vacation Myths Debunked on Alabama’s Beaches
Diver at the Capt. Shirley Brown
Beyond the Beaches: Snorkeling & Diving Adventures along Alabama’s Gulf Coast