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Monthly Archives: May 2011
So Many Summer Concerts to Choose From
I’m looking at either June, July, or August for my next big vacation in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. Either month would make a great vacation, but there’s one main issue I have to decide on: which beach concert I … Continue reading
Animals Can Live a Green Life, Too
I’ve always enjoyed visiting the zoo, particularly the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. But I have an especially good reason for wanting to visit in spring 2012: to check out the facilities at the new, “green” zoo that is currently being built. … Continue reading
Plenty to Do Memorial Day Weekend in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Memorial Day falls at an ideal time: the weather warms up, summer is within sight but not quite here yet, and just as the thought of another full work week keeping you from enjoying the beautiful weather is too much … Continue reading
Saving Money on a Summer Vacation
I just paid a record amount to put gas in my car. That’s one big downside to spring/summer: rising gas prices. It can really put a damper on travel, especially when prices are as scary-high as they’ve been recently. But … Continue reading
There Are Several Ways to Enjoy a Gulf Boating Excursion
I had forgotten just how fun boats can be. I’ve been on several fishing charters over the last few years, but that’s been the extent of my boating experiences. Recently, I found an old picture of a kid parasailing over … Continue reading
Miss the Beach? Go Online and Take a Quick Peek
I’m sitting at my desk after lunch, trying unsuccessfully to return my thoughts to work. I know I have things to do, but I’m not quite ready yet—I’m lost in thoughts of condos in Orange Beach, white-sand beaches, golf courses, … Continue reading
Like Animals? Check Out These Upcoming Wildlife Movies
Know what’s a cool name for a movie? “Raptor Force.” It’s playing Sunday, May 22nd at Five Rivers – Alabama’s Delta Resource Center. Five Rivers has been playing these Sunday matinees, and I haven’t gotten around to going yet—but this … Continue reading
Get Ready for a Big Music Weekend
Only a little over a week until The Hangout Music Festival! Three days of good music and hanging out on the beach with friends and total strangers—it’s an ideal beach weekend! Last I checked, tickets to the music fest were … Continue reading
Bunk Beds, Full Kitchens, and Pools Make for Nice Hotel Experiences
Why is it that kids love bunk beds? My sister and her husband just got back from their Gulf Shores, Alabama vacation rentals and one big topic of discussion among their two kids—my niece and nephew—was how cool it was … Continue reading
Amenities That Go Hand-in-Hand With Golf
As a golfer, I’ve come to really cherish my golf getaways. I’ve vacationed at a variety of places, and I’ve developed an appreciation for the different types of amenities offered and how they complement a golf vacation. One obvious bonus … Continue reading