Taking our kids on vacation at the beach is one of my favorite things to do. But with kids ranging in ages from toddler to teen, we have to get creative and structure our vacations to keep everyone entertained, no matter the age. Here a few tips that you can use to keep kids of all ages happy and having fun on your next Alabama Beaches vacation!
And we never miss a visit to The Wharf in Orange Beach. The Wharf is an expansive, family-friendly entertainment district that houses a 15-screen movie theater, one of the tallest Ferris wheels in the Southeast, The Wharf Express Train, an 18-hole miniature golf course and much more. It is also home to more than 30 shops and restaurants and an amphitheater for live concerts.
My teen loves to shop and take a ride on the Ferris Wheel. My little ones love riding the train and grabbing ice cream from the local shops. My favorite part? It is that The Wharf truly has something to keep everyone in the family happy and entertained!
Mealtimes Matter
One of our cardinal rules of vacation is that mama does not cook. Since we end up dining out often when we visit the beach, we try to choose kid-friendly restaurants that serve up tasty meals with a side of entertainment!
Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s is always one of our first stops. There are places all around the restaurant for kids (and adults) to play, and you can’t beat the waterfront views. LuLu’s also boasts a fun beach arcade and a huge menu that’s sure to please both adventurous and picky eaters.
And a trip to the beach isn’t complete without a trip to GT’s on the Bay. The back-patio dining area has the cutest pirate ship playground and sandbox for the kids to enjoy while the adults enjoy drinks and apps. If you are traveling with kids, GTs on the Bay doubles as both entertainment and restaurant. Because of that, we never miss it on our beach trips!