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The Beach is Calling Blog

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Ready to start planning your trip to Alabama's Beaches? Our “Beach is Calling” blog shares the best beach vacation tips, including favorite hot spots for fresh seafood, activities and attractions for nonstop fun, unique things to do, and itineraries for every type of vacation. 

Our blogs, written by guests, local experts, and Alabama's Beaches staff, can help you plan a trip no matter the season or group. From guys’ and girls’ getaways, couple’s trips, family vacays, and golf or fishing trips, you’ll discover plenty of vacation inspiration. 

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People enjoying Shrimp Fest in Gulf Shores, best beach festival
10 Things to Do in October on Alabama's Beaches
Playa Orange Beach
Vegetarian Restaurants & Meal Options on Alabama's Beaches
Man on back of boat trolling inthe Gulf of Mexico
Trolling for Mackerel Along Alabama's Beaches
Pier Fishing Gulf Shores
Return 'Em Right: How to Properly Release Fish
Sand Castle University Orange Beach
Tips for Sandcastle Building on Alabama Beaches
Orange Beach, Lunching For Less - Teaser
Budget-Friendly Meals for the Whole Team in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Shark off of Gulf State Park Pier
Get to Know the Sharks Found on Alabama’s Beaches
Beach Houses in Kiva Dunes Resort in Fort Morgan, Alabama
The Best Hidden Gems & Things to Do in Fort Morgan
Craft Farms Golf Resort
Experience an Epic 36 Holes at Craft Farms Golf Resort
Cowboy and bull at Flora-Bama Bulls on the Beach rodeo
10 Things to do in September on Alabama Beaches