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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo offers travel writers free admission and a free animal adventure. Guests of the travel writer will also receive 15% admission.

Pricing is as follows: 

  • Kangaroo and Sloth adventure- $19.95 per adventure per person
  • Giraffe feedings- $4.95 per person (twice daily 10 a.m.-11 a.m. and 2 p.m.-3 p.m.)
  • Carousel and kiddie train- $3.95 each per person
  • Zip-line- $14.95 per person or $25.95 for two
  • Safari cars- $5.95 per person (currently weekends only)

Gulf Shores is home to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, otherwise known as "The Little Zoo That Could" after being the subject of an Animal Planet documentary by the same name. The Zoo reopened at a brand-new location in March 2020, the first new zoo built in the U.S. in more than 20 years, in a state-of-the-art facility much better suited to support its mission of promoting conservation and wildlife education to locals and visitors. The zoo’s resident sloths, kangaroos, or lemurs charm guests during animal adventures which allow you to get up close while learning how conservation practices can help protect the animals' habitats in the wild.

Bahama Buck's

Bahama Buck's offers two free products on them. Whether you're ordering for one person or five, this offer includes two free items total. 

Bahama Buck's is a tropical dessert shop that offers specialty Shaved Ice, Bahama Sodas, Acai Bowls, Red bull Infusions, and Smoothies. We offer a variety of options including sugar-free and dye-free flavors.You can mix and match our flavors and toppings to create over 500 unique combinations!

Beachside Mini Golf

Beachside Mini Golf offers FREE admission for media members and $2.00 off one guest ($12.00 adult).

Billy's Gourmet Hot Dogs

Billy's Gourmet Hot Dogs offers Media Attraction Card holders one complimentary meal of their choice,  including a beverage.

Breakout Games

Breakout Games offers Media Attraction Card holders 10% off all purchases with code MEDIA10. Please book 24 hours in advance. 

Breakout Games is one of the largest escape room companies in the United States. We offer thrilling adventures perfect for friends, families, and team-building.

City Donut

City Donut offers media one free 20oz Boba drink or 20oz specialty milkshake, and 1/2 dozen regular donuts. Subject to availability.

Conde Charlotte Museum

The Condé-Charlotte Museum offers free admission to Media Attraction Cardholders and 1 additional guest. Near the banks of the Mobile River, the Condé-Charlotte Museum began its life as Mobile’s first courthouse and jail, eventually becoming the beloved home of the Kirkbride family. It now stands as the oldest historic house museum in Mobile. Full of antiques and period furnishings, it reflects Mobile’s history under five flags: French, English, Spanish, Confederate, and American. The Condé-Charlotte Museum is owned, preserved, and operated by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of Alabama and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Daisy's Donuts 

A customized 6-pack of donuts and 1 small drink of choice free of charge. 

We're a small shop with a big presence! We offer unique and classic flavors in a bright environment while offering exceptional customer service to all visitors. Our goal is to maintain a fun, warm and approachable feel at Daisy's and become a frequent stop for both locals and vacationers. We try to keep our social media presence exciting and welcoming and strive to engage with a larger amount of people along the Gulf Coast. 

E Bike of Orange Beach

Two guests receive two hours each of e-bike rentals. 

E Bike of Orange Beach makes exploring the coast effortless, fun, and eco-friendly with a full range of high-quality electric bikes and trikes. Locally owned and operated, the shop helps locals and visitors discover a new kind of freedom - wind in your hair, sun on your face, and no parking stress in sight. Featuring top brands like VanPowers, Mokwheel, and Himiway, it's the go-to spot for adventure for two (or three) wheels. Bright, approachable, and community-focused, the store reflects the easygoing spirit of beach life. At E Bike of Orange Beach, the motto says it best: Bikes take you places cars never will. 

Foley Walking Tours

Free admission for media member + 1 guest

Foley Walking Tours offers immersive entertaining walking tours that share history like you'll never see in the museums! Small women-owned business that focuses on bringing stories to life as we stroll through the historic bricks of downtown Foley!

Ike's Beach Service

Enjoy 25% off Beach Chair Rentals at participating locations. 

Ike's Parasail

Enjoy 25% off a parasail adventure!

We are the Gulf Coast's premier parasailing excursion. 

Mythic Beach Banana Bar

One free dessert for each of first two guests, and 30% off additional guests. 

Mythic Beach Banana Bar is a Gulf Shores, Alabama original! Offering frozen bananas, cheesecakes, and ice cream sandwiches dipped in decadent chocolate candy shells, rolled in toppings, and drizzled in sauces. Try one of our legendary recipes, or create your own!

The Beach Bun

1 complimentary combo meal

The Beach Bun brings a laid-back, coastal twist to classic comfort food with smash burgers and beach-style hot dogs made fresh daily. Located in the heart of Orange Beach, it's designed as a family-friendly hangout where the ocean breeze meets good food and easy vibes. Bright orange and royal blue branding set the tone for a fun, sun-soaked experience that locals and visitors love. Every bite celebrates beach life - simple, bold, and full of flavor. At the Beach Bun, the motto's simple: come hungry, leave smiling. 

The Factory 

The Factory offers Media Attraction Card holders VIP tickets to all attractions.

The Factory helps create over-the-top adventures and memories. 50,000 square feet of prime entertainment for adventurers, including a trampoline park, rock climbing gym, arcade games with prizes, and indoor batting cages.

Ferris Wheel at The Wharf

The Wharf in Orange Beach offers a free Ferris wheel ride to Media Attraction Card holders.

Historic Fort Morgan

Historic Fort Morgan offers free admission to Media Attraction Card holders.

ShoreFizz

ShoreFizz offers the 1st drink free and all other drinks bought after at 30% off to Media Attraction Card holders.

ShoreFizz is a locally run “dirty soda” shop in Gulf Shores serving colorful, customizable drinks made with sodas, lemonades, energy, or sparkling waters mixed with syrups, juice, boba, glitter, creams, etc. The shop has a 50's beach-inspired vibe with retro booths, a jukebox, and outdoor picnic tables, making it as fun to visit as it is to photograph. With unique seasonal flavor drops, a family-friendly atmosphere, and growing buzz in the media and on social platforms, ShoreFizz is quickly becoming a unique part of The Gulf Coast culture!

The Track Family Fun Park

The Track Family Fun Park offers Media Attraction Card holders a free $25 e-gift card that can be redeemed on thrill rides or in the arcade. To receive the $25 e-gift card, you must contact [email protected].

Media Contacts

Kay Maghan
Kay Maghan 
Public Relations Manager
Primary contact for Accessible Travel, Arts, Culinary, Health/Wellness, International Leisure Travel and Winter Visitors
Also can assist with Annual Events, Family Travel, History, Homeschool/Roadschool, Girls Getaways and Nature/Outdoors
Easton Colvin
Easton Colvin
Public Relations Manager
Primary contact for Fishing, Golf, Guys Trips, Nature & Outdoors and Water Activities & Sports
Also can assist with Annual Events, Family Travel, History, Homeschool/Roadschool, Girls Getaways and Couples Travel
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Ally Dorrough, APR, TMP
Communications & Marketing Manager
Primary contact for Meetings, International (trade media/tour operators) and Sports/Events