Sea turtle season, which runs from May to October, is the time when turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. The Alabama Gulf Coast is home to four species of sea turtles: loggerheads, greens, Kemp’s ridley, and leatherbacks. These turtles travel thousands of miles each year, navigating their way through the ocean and gulf to ...Read More
Mark your calendars for May 13 and May 14, when the City of Foley welcomes everyone to experience Art in the Park. Since 1971, this event has been held over Mother’s Day weekend on the lawn of Heritage Park in downtown Foley. The event attracts thousands of visitors from the Gulf Coast region and beyond, ...Read More
National Wildflower Week is celebrated every year in the United States during the first full week of May. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of wildflowers. How can you celebrate National Wildflower Week along the Gulf Coast? Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway is a great place to start. This 130-mile stretch ...Read More
National Garden Month takes place in April. What better way to spend it than at Bellingrath Gardens and Home? Bellingrath Gardens and Home sits on 65 acres and offers a tranquil escape with a multitude of flowers and plants on display throughout the year. More than 250,000 azaleas are exploding in color this season. Other ...Read More
It’s the 2023 spring festival season along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway and we couldn’t be more excited! Plan your trip around the following events and get a taste of Coastal Alabama living. March 4 – Bellingrath’s Beers & Blooms Spend a day on the Great Lawn at Bellingrath Gardens and Home where you’ll enjoy ...Read More
Step back in time and enter a place that represents the grassroots of Baldwin County, Alabama. Baldwin County Heritage Museum provides a way for visitors to experience what it was like for those living in the area years ago. The museum was organized in April 1981 by a group of residents hoping to preserve artifacts, ...Read More
Do you hear that sound? Birds are calling out and singing as spring makes an appearance along southern Alabama. If you are a bird enthusiast, you will be happy to know that Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway makes for a birdwatcher’s paradise. You can’t go wrong with any of the areas along the byway, but ...Read More
Spring has approached, which means Bellingrath Gardens is filling up with beautiful azaleas and more at the 65-acre estate. Take a stroll along the grounds and take in the scents and sights of spring. Keep an eye out for these flowers that are currently in bloom in March: Azaleas Delphinium Dianthus Easter lilies Flowering kale ...Read More
As nights become warmer, head outside after dark and look above. Gazing at the stars brings a feeling like no other as you try to understand the incredible universe that surrounds us. Of course we need the night time to stargaze, but what other factors come into play for the ultimate experience of skywatching? A ...Read More
Warmer weather and greener vegetation can only mean one thing: Spring is approaching. It’s time to come out of hibernation and enjoy the fresh new season. A road trip can be a great way to embrace the beginning of spring. Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway offers trails, scenic views, attractions and many more options for ...Read More
