Free is always a good thing, especially when you’re organizing fun activities for a vacation. Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway is chock-full of free fun that will keep the adventure going as long as you have fuel in your tank. Start your free byway tour by using the Alabama Coastal Connection interactive map to ...Read More
Does your idea of a getaway involve a camper or tent? The Dauphin Island Park and Beach campground offers a variety of amenities that offer exclusive access to many fun activities while giving you what you really crave: time away from the crowd. Bring your RV or pitch a tent - there’s room for ...Read More
If the thought of a juicy, ripe tomato with down-home goodness makes your mouth water, journey to one of the many farmers markets along Alabama’s Coastal Connections Scenic Byways and slake your hunger. Baldwin County has long been known for its vast array of fresh fruits and vegetables. In some places, these homegrown treats ...Read More
When the rain gives you puddles, make them into showers of blessings by treating your family to some indoor favorites along the Alabama Coastal Connection Scenic Byway. Start Day 1 of your Rainy Day Itinerary with the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium. The fun and interactive exhibits are good for children and adults alike. ...Read More
Journey to Fort Morgan on the Connecting with the Past tour along the Alabama Coastal Connection, and you’ll find a place rich in history. It may be best known for its role in the August 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay - when Admiral David Farragut shouted, “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!” – but Fort ...Read More
Whether you’re in the mood for your oysters to be baked, broiled, fried, stewed or nude, you will find a smorgasbord of dining options across the Alabama Gulf Coast. And sticking to the old adage of eating oysters in months that only have an “R” means February is a great time to enjoy eating oysters ...Read More
Man’s best friend does have places to go along the Alabama Byways. Several attractions, accommodations and parks welcome you and your pet to our friendly shores. Sound good? Grab the leash, get some treats and gas up the car - your adventure awaits! For a total pet-friendly vacation, travel the Connecting with the Past itinerary, ...Read More
By definition, taking a vacation means kicking back and relaxing, especially when you’re at the beach. If you’re like me, your entire itinerary consists of applying sunscreen, catching some rays and splashing in the surf long enough to cool off. I do, however, try to include some type of fitness activity, even if it’s not ...Read More
The winter months are busy for most folks with holidays, busy calendars and cooler weather moving in. However, if you have a moment to be forward-thinking, you can plan a romantic getaway now that will be much needed and appreciated in February when Cupid comes calling. Alabama has much to offer in terms of tourism ...Read More
Screaming crowds, showers of beads and Moon Pies, along with floats accompanied by marching bands, can only mean one thing: Mardi Gras has arrived! More than just a day, Mardi Gras is a season of revelry before the Christian season of Lent, a time of fasting and penitence. This year’s celebration culminates on Mardi Gras ...Read More