Gulf Shores Vacation Information

A vacation to Gulf Shores, Alabama is like no other! From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to a magical world of relaxation, wonder and excitement all wrapped into one. Maybe it’s the sound of gentle waves cascading against the shore, the intoxicating smell of coconut oil on bronze-colored sunbathers, or the sight of lazy seagulls drifting high overhead on warm tropical breezes above the stunning white sand dunes. With miles and miles of sparkling turquoise Gulf waters to explore and sand so soft that it squeaks under your bare feet when you walk, it’s little wonder that more than one vacationer has come down to this secluded part of the world and decided to stay for good! The laid-back, easy-going attitude which is such a part of the Gulf Shores lifestyle and mystique fits in just fine thank you with the world-class golf courses, breathtaking scenery, towering new high-rises, upscale shops, and bountiful selection of tantalizing mouth-watering restaurants.

Whether you’re vacationing with family, taking a romantic escape, or enjoying a golf outing with the guys, Alabama's Gulf Coast offers the perfect balance of non-stop activity and lay-around leisure time. In between relaxing sojourns down to the beach, you can enjoy all of the popular attractions that Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have to offer. Take an exciting ride down a water slide or travel back in time at Fort Morgan, site of the famous Civil War battle on Mobile Bay. Become a dolphin expert on an Orange Beach pleasure cruise while you explore the beautiful bays of coastal Alabama, or take the kids to visit their favorite animal friends at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

You’ll soon discover what the locals have known for years! Gulf Shores is the perfect destination for things to do or doing nothing at all. Within a short drive, you’ll have an endless array of vacation amusements and attractions from which to choose. You can take a stroll and browse the latest fashions at Eastern Shore Centre or visit the Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries which offer 164 acres of untouched forest, marshes, dunes and beach. If you’re feeling really energetic, you can rent a kayak and tour the waterways, make a splash on a wave runner or parasail, or sign up for an once-in-a-lifetime fishing or sailing charter!

Other popular attractions in the area include the Mobile Museum of Art, the National Museum of Naval Aviation, Adventure Island, Bellingrath Gardens and Home, Pirates Island Adventure Golf, SanRoc Cay, Sawgrass Landing, Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX® Dome Theater, and Waterville USA. Come to think of it, when you get right down to it, Gulf Shores is hard to beat for good down-home fun and excitement! Throw in the Red Snapper World Championship Saltwater Fishing Series, SummerTide Theatre, Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, Pepsi Star Series Concerts, and Blue Angels Air Show, and you have all the makings for a memorable summer vacation! If you’re looking for a night out on the town, Gulf Shores offers a little of everything from family entertainment to delta blues, country crooners, and “Buffett-style” calypso.

It’s no surprise that for all of the things to see and do in this fun-loving Gulf Coast community, the beautiful sugar-white sand beaches and incredible emerald green waters are still the main attractions. If you’re wondering where the best place is to plant your beach umbrella, be sure to check out the scenic shores at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores public beaches, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge Beach, and Lagoon Park. The water is fine so go ahead, pack your bags and come on down to Gulf Shores, Alabama where a whole new world of vacation pleasures awaits!

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