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The Alabama's Beaches sales team is ready to go to work for you - for free.

Alabama's Beaches are the place where Southern charm meets the surf and sand and every sunrise for fresh-air fun. But our shores also mean business, with facilities – many beachfront – setting the stage (or sand) for successful gatherings of all kinds.

Our sales team, AKA destination experts with strong in-market relationships, is ready to be your right hand. Best of all, our services are free, including a complimentary marketing toolkit to take the guessing out of meeting promotion. Let’s get to work together.

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Alabama's Beaches are not just a top destination for families and friends, both offer so many great things for business professionals looking to head to the coast for their next business trip. 

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Deborah McLean
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The staff is helpful, professional and always willing to go the extra mile for clients. In short, they are the ‘dream team’ for anyone seeking local assistance in planning an event on Alabama's Beaches."
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Beverly B. Barber
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Housing Authority of Opp
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Our attendees love Alabama's Beaches because of the beautiful beaches and after the work gets done, we like to head to some of the local restaurants for a nice seafood dinner."
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Jon Hand
Executive Director
Electric Cities of Alabama
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Our attendees love Alabama's Beaches because it’s like going home – but better! From local festivals, white sandy beaches to bay sailing competitions, there is absolutely something for everyone. Never a dull moment while toasting a beautiful south Alabama sunset! "
Sharon Darrington
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Sharon Darrington
Administrator
Alabama Association of Regional Councils
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For more than 15 years our organization has been hosting an Annual Training Conference on Alabama's Beaches. Our attendees love the beaches, restaurants and definitely the shopping."

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Alabama's Beaches services cost our group anything?

Absolutely not! Our team lives and breathes Alabama's Gulf breeze and is happy to assist groups find suitable venues, off-sites, family activities and more - for free.

I'm working with a National Sales Office or third-party planner. Do I still need to work with Alabama's Beaches sales team?

Yes! We are well-versed in all things within the area and can help take your event to the next level.

Can't my host venue provide me with all the needed destination information and resources?

Venue contacts along Alabama's Beaches are certainly a great resource, but our sales team can give you the full scope of planning insight across the destination from vendor referrals and off-suggestions to team-building activities and catering options.

What can attendees and/or guests do during down time?

The list is virtually endless of things to do on Alabama's Beaches.  From exploring the area's flora and fauna within Gulf State Park or Bon Secour National Wildlife to soft adventure like dolphin cruises and paddle boarding, there is something for any ability level in coastal Alabama. And, of course, the beach is an excellent option to sit back and soak up the sun.

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