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Gulf Shores Calendar: Top Spring Events You’ll Love

Event travel is on the rise around the world — and Alabama has its fair share of standout gems. Curious about which ones are worth planning a spring trip around? Consider this your go-to guide.

Gulf Shores, Alabama, is vibrant in any season, but every spring, this coastal destination buzzes with energy as art, culture, and live performance events take … Read More “Gulf Shores Calendar: Top Spring Events You’ll Love”

Coastal Charm: Exploring the Best of Orange Beach, Alabama

From top places to stay in Orange Beach to must-see attractions, here are different ways to enjoy this coastal haven in Alabama.

Sitting on the Alabama Gulf Coast, Orange Beach offers a perfect mix of beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, vibrant local culture, top-notch family-friendly entertainment, and delightful cuisine. From swimming and sunbathing on pristine shores, enjoying water activities … Read More “Coastal Charm: Exploring the Best of Orange Beach, Alabama”

A Guide to Bringing Pets to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Perdido Key & Pensacola

Every visitor to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Perdido Key, and Pensacola falls instantly in love with the soft sands, crystal-clear waters, and epic sunsets of these Gulf Coast darlings. Bathed by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, they all share the same natural beauty, breathtaking sea views, and delightful coastal vibe.

Do you know who else will fall in … Read More “A Guide to Bringing Pets to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Perdido Key & Pensacola”

The City of Five Flags: A History of Pensacola & Pensacola Beach

One of the oldest settlements in the US, with 450 years of history, Pensacola, in the northwestern part of Florida on the Panhandle, offers much more than sparkling beaches — the city has a rich past that’s intertwined with the stories of Native American tribes, European colonialists and even pirates.

Pensacola is nicknamed “The City of Five Flags” because it … Read More “The City of Five Flags: A History of Pensacola & Pensacola Beach”

SPICE UP YOUR SUMMER COOKOUT WITH THESE RECIPES

Summer is upon us and so is the season of backyard BBQs. Dazzle your guests with these recipes by the famed Lucy Buffett of LuLu’s in Gulf Shores, AL! You can find these recipes and more in her cookbook Gumbo Love: Recipes for Gulf Coast Cooking, Entertaining, and Savoring the Good Life.

Spicy Shrimp Ceviche Serves 8

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds

RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: THE ROYAL OYSTER

The gulf coast offers a variety of local delicacies to delight every palate! One of best dishes you can find at most restaurants, are many versions of fish tacos filled to the brim with fresh caught fish including mullet, snapper, sheepshead, amberjack or flounder. Our newest discovery were the amazing naan tacos at The Royal Oyster in Gulf Shores, AL. … Read More “RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: THE ROYAL OYSTER”

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