Locals Archives - Alabama's Coastal Connection

Plan a day trip to Bayou La Batre

If you like to get off the beaten path, get off I-10 at Grand Bay and take a scenic drive along Highway 188 to the traditional fishing village of Bayou La Batre, the “Seafood Capital of Alabama.” Founded in 1786 by Joseph Bosarge, Bayou La Batre was the first permanent settlement on the south Mobile ...Read More

APRIL BOONE2020-05-27T23:04:05-05:00August 14th, 2018|Categories: Connecting with Land and Sea|Tags: alabama, Bayou La Batre, Locals, Seafood Capital of Alabama, shrimping, small fishing town|

A day well spent in Fairhope

Fairhope is a favorite stop along Alabama’s Coastal Connection, and its magic is difficult to pinpoint. This unique little artist colony is one of those places you just have to experience for yourself. Fairhope is best explored at a slow pace with no set agenda - but if you’ve only got a day, here’s how ...Read More

APRIL BOONE2020-05-27T23:04:06-05:00February 27th, 2018|Categories: Connecting with Each Other|Tags: AL, alabama, Fairhope, Fairhope Brewing Craft Beer, Fairhope Museum of History, Locals, Refuge Coffee House, Shopping in Downtown Fairhope, Sunset Pointe, Things to do in Fairhope, Tongue and Groove Drinkery|