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
Dad and son golfing at Peninsula golf course in Gulf Shores
Get Your Teen Into Golfing on Alabama's Beaches
Father and daughter having a beer at Big Beach Brewing Company
My Father-Daughter Vacation to Alabama’s Beaches
The Hangout Gulf Shores
Picture Perfect Restaurants on Alabama's Beaches
Flora-Bama Oyster Bar & Lounge
Best Bars on Alabama's Beaches for Every Kind of Outing
Family hiking in Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores
5 Cool Ways to Explore Nature on Alabama's Beaches
ShoeTree at Glenlakes Golf Course
The Legend of ShoeTree at GlenLakes Golf Course
Blue Angels Flying Over Orange Beach
The Time I Saw the Blue Angels on Alabama's Beaches
Mom and daughter on a dolphin cruise in Orange Beach
The Lasting Gift of Travel on Alabama's Beaches
Gulf State Park Outpost
Best Camping & Glamping Sites on Alabama's Beaches
Kids riding The Wharf Ferris Wheel family friendly attraction in Orange Beach
12 Must-Do Activities for Your Summer Beach Vacation
Family walking along the beach at sunset
How to Plan a Family Reunion on Alabama's Beaches