Fun, fans and football mixed with sun, sand and surf sounds like the perfect combination to kick off the SEC football season. For the second year, SEC fans from all over the country will converge on Gulf Shores & Orange Beach to celebrate their favorite teams and friendly rivalries. The SEC BeachFest play clock will ...Read More
Pier fishing, shore fishing, charter fishing. How much fishing have you done this summer? Gulf Shores & Orange Beach are both full of fishing opportunities. If you haven’t been to the Gulf State Park pier lately, bring your rod and tackle out with you for some pier fishing. It’s great family fun watching the young ...Read More
With miles upon miles of beaches lining the beautiful blues and greens of the Gulf of Mexico, you might not even think about the other ways you can make a splash while visiting Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. Most every condo and hotel offer a pool, and some have water features so cool, you’ll feel ...Read More
“So, what’s a good place to eat around here?” This is probably one of the most asked questions by guests visiting Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. If the way to your heart is through your stomach, then you are going to love the ‘Eat Your Way Around the Beach’ interactive experience brought to you by ...Read More
There’s more to do in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach than soaking up the sun and splashing in the surf. Nature tourism opportunities are plentiful with bird watching, back bay kayaking and miles of hiking and biking trails. More than 11 miles spread out among six trails, and six distinct ecosystems make up the Hugh ...Read More
Fun, food and fireworks sound like the perfect combination for the July 4 holiday. There’s less than a month left to plan your Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Independence Day vacation. Make a beach vacation part of your Fourth of July traditions! The City of Gulf Shores will salute the nation’s independence with a spectacular ...Read More
Are you counting down the days until SEC football kicks off? We have a great football-season primer for you! August 15 to 18 is the annual SEC BeachFest held right on the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This year’s starting lineup of legendary coaches attending the event includes College Football Hall of Fame Inductees such ...Read More
History buffs, we’re calling your name. It’s once again time for tours by twilight at Fort Morgan, just west of Gulf Shores, Alabama. The historic fortification, also known as the Guardian of Mobile Bay, hosts thousands of visitors each June and July for this fascinating step back in time. Held every Tuesday from 7 to ...Read More
Ditch the crazy tie, socks or soap-on-a-rope this Father’s Day and give Dad what he really wants: a weekend at the beach golfing, fishing or simply catching some Zzzz’s by the condo pool. Trade his lawn mower for a golf cart at one of nine championship golf courses on the Alabama Gulf Coast. No matter ...Read More
During the months of May to October, you may find a few surprise guests on the beach. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach are fortunate to be nesting grounds for several types of endangered sea turtles. We ask that you help us Share The Beach with these delicate sea creatures. Sea turtles nest in Gulf ...Read More