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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. 

Raw Oyster
Coastal Characters: Lew Childre of Shellbank Selects Oyster Farm (Video)
Billfish Classic 2023
Record-Setting Marlin Caught During OB Billfish Classic
Lake Shelby Gulf State Park
Freshwater Fishing at Lake Shelby Only Steps from the Gulf
Fishing Gulf State Park Pier
11 Record-Breaking Catches from Alabama Fishing in 2022
Guys Fishing Trip, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL
Get the Guys Together for a Gulf Coast Fishing Trip
Marina in Orange Beach
Easy Access to Alabama Gulf Coast Waters with Marinas & Boat Launches