In 2026, the USA marks a historic milestone: 250 years since our nation’s founding! And the Alabama Gulf Coast is rolling out the red, white, and blue in a big way. As part of the statewide America250 celebration, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are hosting...
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If you’re planning a trip to Alabama’s Gulf Coast, you’ve probably boiled it down to two choices: Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. These neighboring beach towns share the same coastline, but they each offer a slightly different experience. Want to know what sets them apart from one another? That’s where we come in. In this guide, we’ll take a look at the two so you can decide which one best fits your personality and vacation goals.
The Gulf Shores, Alabama area isn’t just about beach adventures, it also has plenty of fun parks and arcades for you and the family to enjoy! From adrenaline-inducing go-karts to relaxing mini golf, classic arcade games, to the ability to win some prizes, the Gulf...
Whether you're looking for the best fireworks show around, or the kids want to meet Santa, there are no shortage of holiday events in and around Gulf Shores.
Enjoy a winter getaway with plenty of outdoor activities and events at a Gulf Shores vacation rental!




