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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. 

Boating Alabama Pass
Plan a Boat-Friendly Vacation on Alabama's Beaches
Hot Air Balloon Fest in Foley
See Over 40 Balloons at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
Crowd at NCAA Beach Volleyball in Gulf Shores
NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship on Alabama's Beaches
Parents swinging little girl on the beach near a lifeguard stand in Orange Beach
Save Time Traveling with Allegiant Flights to Alabama's Beaches
Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores
The Biggest Events & Festivals on Alabama's Beaches
The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
See the Latest in Boating at The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
Fort Morgan Oyster Fest
Things to Do in February on Alabama's Beaches
Father and son at The Wharf during Christmas
Things to Do in December on Alabama's Beaches
Waterway Village Zydeco & Crawfish Festival Gulf Shores
Bring Your Appetite to the Waterway Village Zydeco & Crawfish Festival
marlin weigh in at the Wharf Orange Beach AL
Blue Marlin Grand Championship: The Greatest Show in Sportfishing
Coastal Half Marathon Gulf Shores
10 Tips for Running the Coastal Half Marathon