The Beach is Calling Blog

On Alabama's Beaches

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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. 

angler holding a tripletail caught while fishing in Orange Beach
Be on the Lookout for Tripletail Along Alabama's Beaches
Woman with Spanish mackerel catches on Alabama's beaches
Fishing for Alabama Gulf Coast’s Abundant Mackerel
Orange Beach Charter Boat
Book an Overnight Fishing Charter on Alabama's Beaches
fishing Orange beach
Finding Your Spot While Fishing on Alabama's Beaches
Fishing Rods Orange Beach
Choosing The Right Rod for Fishing in the Gulf
Multi-generational family walking around The Wharf in Orange Beach
Tips for Planning a Multi-Generational Trip to Alabama's Beaches
pickleball players chatting at a pickleball tournament in gulf shores
Easy Ways to Meet Fellow Snowbirds on Alabama’s Beaches
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Lemur Encounter
Walk on the Wild Side at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo