Best Gifts for Beach Lovers
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
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 beachy 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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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 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.
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.
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!
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!
Gifts for Him
Buying a perfect gift is a little different for the guys. We all know they love to eat, so we're highlighting a few things that offer up a bold, unforgettable flavor.
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!
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.
If he's a 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.
Then, spice up his life with something from the Pepper Palace. This fun shop has all the hot sauce, salsas, seasonings, and rubs he could ever want.
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 beach vacation! Start planning yours today.
