There are plenty of spots to stop for a good meal along Alabama’s Coastal Connection. From casual cafes to fine dining restaurants, great food isn’t hard to come by. But when temperatures drop along the beach byway, nothing beats sharing a meal with family and friends in the great outdoors. So pack your picnic basket, ...Read More
Down in coastal Alabama, fall takes its time getting here. We’re still in shorts and flip flops well into October, while folks above the Mason-Dixon line are beginning to bundle up. But come November, slightly cooler temperatures beckon us outside to enjoy autumn on the Gulf Coast. If you’re venturing along the beach byway this ...Read More
We’re going to let you in on a little secret that professional anglers may not want you to know. Along Alabama’s Coastal Connection, fall is one of the best times of year for inshore and offshore fishing. That’s right. Aside from the considerably less crowded beaches and blissfully cooler temperatures, there’s another reason to pack ...Read More
For those unfamiliar with the Gulf Coast, our natural environment can seem like something out of science fiction. Our wetlands are home to a wide array of fascinating flora and fauna unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. From the powerful American alligator to the beautiful blue heron and all the plant life in between, you’re ...Read More
For those of us who’ve made the Gulf Coast our home, conserving our delicate environment is a top priority. Although it hasn’t always been the case, in recent decades environmental groups both local and national have sprung up out of a need to address the unique problems facing our local ecosystems, from water quality and ...Read More
Nothing compares to the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Gulf Coast. From the birds that fly in the skies to the fish that swim in the seas, we’re lucky to be surrounded by so many of Mother Nature’s finest creations along Alabama’s Coastal Connection. There’s no better way to learn all there is to ...Read More
Everyone vacations differently. Some rise at the crack of dawn to begin chipping away at their ambitious itineraries, while others like to sleep in, take it easy and go with the flow. If your idea of the perfect vacation is getting ample rest and relaxation, we’ve got good news for you. The Alabama Coastal Connection ...Read More
Relaxing on the beach is one of the best reasons to hit the Alabama Coastal Connection, but if action packed adventure is more your vacation style, you’re in luck. There are so many ways to get your adrenaline pumping and your heart thumping along the coastal byway, so pack your favorite shades and sunscreen and ...Read More
Anyone who’s ever ventured along Alabama’s Coastal Connection has surely noted the unique biodiversity of the Gulf Coast. Our beautiful landscapes and seascapes are teeming with life, and there are a number of ways for travelers along the Alabama Coastal Connection to get up close and personal with our local wildlife. Birding is a fun ...Read More
Gulf Coast gardeners, get excited! Wonderful Wednesdays are back at Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Each summer, Bellingrath partners with guest lecturers and renowned members of the horticultural and gardening community to bring guests Wonderful Wednesdays, a workshop series beginning in June to help gardening enthusiasts make the most of Alabama’s long growing season. June 14 is ...Read More