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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. 

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Historic Fort Morgan
Discover the Life & History of the Alabama Gulf Coast During the Civil War
Fall and Winter Gulf Coast Fishing
Experience Winter Fishing on Alabama's Beaches
Family playing golf at Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club in Gulf Shores
Essential Terms Every Golfer Should Know on Alabama's Beaches
Southern Shores Coffee Gulf Shores
The Best Beach Coffee Drinks on Alabama's Beaches
Blue Marlin Grand Championship
Big Game Fishing Tournaments on Alabama's Beaches
Runners on Alabama's Beaches
5 Reasons to Book a Racecation on Alabama’s Beaches
Biking Gulf State Park
What to Do During Winter Downtime 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
Bowfishing in Gulf Shores, AL
Bowfishing: A New Way to Slay on Alabama’s Beaches
Parents sitting under a beach umbrella watching their kids walk along the shore in Gulf Shores
Why Alabama’s Beaches are Perfect for a Family Spring Break
Chocolate Corner Gulf Shores
12 Cool & Unique Specialty Foods on Alabama’s Beaches