Best Gifts for Beach Lovers

If your child loves pets, Maggie’s Gift Shop is the spot to shop. This quaint and quirky pet-themed store is filled with fun finds such as stuffed animals, games, and children’s books. If they’re a cat lover, be sure to check out the unique gifts at BuzzCats next door!

If your teen enjoys spending time on the beach, take the stress out of holiday shopping with one of these beach-inspired gifts they’re sure to love. Help them make a statement with apparel from The Gulf Shores City Store, The Orange Beach Store, The Wharf Store, or The Gulf Shores Store.  All three stores offer cool and comfy merchandise, from shirts, tanks, and hoodies to hats, tumblers, and bags. They’re the perfect way for teens to rep the beach when they’re away.

Grab some beachy apparel and accessories from Down Under Dive Shop. You’ll find all the essentials needed for staying above or below the water, like skim boards, snorkel masks, and surfing gear. If your teen likes to skate or surf, visit Tambo's Surf Shack for the latest boards, equipment, and apparel. The shop also offers surfing and skate lessons, which make great gifts for upcoming beach trips.

There’s nothing like receiving handcrafted artwork made by a local artist. At Sea Oat Studio, you can find beautiful pieces like sculptures, flowerpots, and dishes created by master potters from the Alabama Gulf Coast. Head to The Clay Studio at the Coastal Arts Center for more gorgeous pottery such as ceramic mugs, vases, and other decorative pieces crafted by local artist Maya Blume-Cantrall.

A soothing sugar scrub from High Cotton Bath Company can return her skin to the kind of softness only our shores can provide. They have a wide range of products designed to pamper, from handmade soaps to luxurious lotions and more. If she’s been to High Cotton on a previous visit, they likely have a record of her signature scent!

You can’t visit the beach without a pair of trusty shades and a hat to help keep protect you from the Southern sun. Give him a stylish pair of sunglasses and a comfortable cap from Shades Sunglasses and Casual Apparel. This local spot has two locations in Orange Beach, one at The Wharf and another on Perdido Beach Blvd.

For the lover of finer things, stop by Shore Things Cigars and pick up a few premium cigars and accessories. If you're not sure what he likes, grab a sampler box of an assortment of cigars. The staff here will be happy to help.

Of course, the best coastal gift is a family vacation on Alabama's Beaches. Surprise your loved ones with an upcoming trip filled with fantastic seafood and beachside adventures in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan. A vacation is a fabulous way to reconnect with your family in a fun yet relaxed atmosphere. With dozens of unique attractions, endless water activities, and restaurants galore, there are so many opportunities to make lasting memories on Alabama's Beaches.