Pastel beach houses at Gulf Shores, Alabama
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Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Beach Vacations

The Gulf's friendly, affordable stretch.

Thirty-two miles of white sand, a huge charter fishing fleet, the Flora-Bama and family-friendly condos everywhere.

Overview

Why Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

Alabama's Gulf Coast surprises people: the sand and water match the Florida Panhandle, the condos cost less, and Orange Beach has one of the largest charter fishing fleets in the Gulf. Gulf State Park adds trails and a pier, and the Flora-Bama on the state line is a rite of passage.

Highlights

What Gulf Shores & Orange Beach does best.

01Family
02Fishing
03Value
04Live music
When to go

Best: April – October

Shoulder seasons often mean better value and fewer people. Tell us your dates and we'll be honest about what to expect.

Things to do

Build the days around Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

Add any of these to your trip. Your planner books them with people we trust, at no fee to you.

Kayak or paddleboard rental

Half day or full day, delivered to your beach.

Snorkel or dive trip

Boat trip to the reef with gear and a guide.

Fishing charter

Inshore or offshore, half or full day, from the nearest marina.

Sunset cruise

Catamaran or private boat, drinks included, the whole group aboard.

Round of golf

A tee time at the best course within a short drive.

Spa afternoon

Massages or a thermal circuit, booked so nobody has to think about it.

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Pastel beach houses at Gulf Shores, Alabama

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