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Best Gifts for Beach Lovers

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

If you are looking to purchase a gift for the beach lovers in your life, check out these great gift options from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach!

October 26, 2022

We can all use a bit more beach in our lives. So, as we head into the holiday season, consider buying the beach lovers on your list a unique gift from the Alabama Gulf Coast. From local apparel and coastal candles to scrumptious snacks and drinks, you can find various great gift ideas that capture the essence of our soothing shores. Best of all, you don’t have to buy them at the beach - with easy online shopping, many of our local boutiques can ship the shore to you!

Kayden's Candy Factory

Gifts for Kids

The memories made on family vacations at the beach are priceless! If you have a child who cherished their time on the Alabama Gulf Coast, here are a few ideas for your little beach lover.  

All kids have a sweet tooth, and Kayden’s Candy Factory is here to satisfy their cravings. This irresistible spot in Orange Beach is a candy lover's paradise. Choose from handmade fudge, truffles, and more chocolate goodies. You may need to grab something for yourself while there!

Fat Daddy's Arcade

If your child loves dogs, 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!

Get your kiddos excited for your next trip to Alabama’s beaches with a point card from Fat Daddy’s Arcade. You can purchase points online that can be used to play arcade games at Fat Daddy’s, The Track Family Fun Park, and the arcade at LuLu’s.

Retro Roadtrip Vintage Soda

Gifts for Teens

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 Gulf Shores City Store or The Orange Beach Store. Both 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.

If they have a knack for all things vintage, check out Retro Road Trip, located on the Original Oyster Boardwalk. This groovy store is stocked with retro sodas and candy and pop culture-inspired tees and memorabilia. You’ll find the perfect gift while also taking a trip down memory lane!

Red Flag Surf & Dive Surfboards

Style is everything for teenagers. Bring home a piece of glass jewelry or a boho-inspired outfit from Island Girl Jewelry and Souvenirs in Gulf Shores. This store’s all-female staff will help you find the perfect gift for your trendy teen.

Grab some beachy apparel and accessories from Red Flag Surf & Dive. You’ll find all the essentials needed for staying above or below the water, like skim boards, snorkel masks, and surfing gear. 

Bon Secour Candle Company

Gifts for Her

If you know a girl that loves the Gulf Coast, give her awesome gifts from the heart of our area. From sandy scrubs to sweet shoreline treats, we’ve got the greatest beach-themed gifts to help her return to beachy bliss.

Help her capture that salty ocean smell with a handmade candle from Bon Secour Candle Company. They’re available in stores across the area, and you can buy them online from Emporium Gifts and More. 

Sea Oat Studios Bowls

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.

Give her the gift of coastal coffee from The Southern Grind Coffee House. Their signature blends are available online, as well as branded merchandise and handmade jewelry!

High Cotton Bath Products

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!

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Gifts for Him

Buying a perfect gift is a little different for the guys. So instead of sandy sugar scrubs, focus on a great gift that captures the wild side - things like bold snacks and refreshing drinks.

Bring his tastebuds back to the beach with a helping of meat from Beach Jerky. They have more than 100 varieties you can buy by the bag, including four flavors infused with alcohol!

Big Beach Brewing Beer

You can’t visit the beach without a pair of trusty shades and a hat. Give him a stylish pair of sunglasses and a comfortable cap from Shades Sunglasses and Casual Apparel.

If there’s nothing he loves more than cracking open a cold one, grab a six-pack from Big Beach Brewing. Brewed in Gulf Shores in a 10-barrel brewhouse, Big Beach’s drinks are the perfect gift for the craft beer enthusiast. 

Murder Point Oysters

Seafood is best when it's fresh from the Gulf, which is why Murder Point Oyster Co. is the ultimate spot for delicious, flavorful oysters. You can pick them up at their location at The Wharf or have them delivered right to your front door. After you’ve made your purchase, head a few doors down to the Pepper Place and add a little spice to your oysters with a bottle of handcrafted hot sauce!

If your guy is an angler or golfer, check out our suggestions on the best gifts for them! 

Of course, the best gift for any beach lover is a 2023 beach vacation! Start planning yours today with and find beach-related things to do, and share your love for the beach with all your special people.  

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