Tag Archives: Phoenix on the Bay

Nothing Like a Gulf Coast Fishing Trip to Reunite Old Friends!

Through the wonder that is Facebook, I’ve reconnected with an old friend from college (well, several old friends, of course, but one in particular who is relevant to this blog). A couple things are cool about this particular connection. First, … Continue reading

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Is It Too Soon to Think About Summer Amenities?

So my parents bought a hot tub. My dad has been threatening to do this for a while, and I think a few things finally pushed him to act: the cold weather, the fact that their neighbors recently bought one … Continue reading

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What’s Your Favorite Pool Feature?

Do you realize we’re a mere ten days away from the first day of fall? This very thought has me thinking two things. First, I hope the weather falls into step with the season change and gives us a much-needed … Continue reading

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Two Good Beach Reads—Now Where to Read Them?

I have one more weekend vacation to spend on the beach—Labor Day weekend. And I have two book options for vacation reading. One is a book I bought last year and just completely forgot I had. The other is an … Continue reading

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Amenities You Can’t Vacation Without

A friend of mine has invited me and another friend to spend a long weekend in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach sometime in the next couple of months. And of course I said yes—I’m not one to turn down a … Continue reading

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Looking for a Good Deal on a May Beach Vacation?

Sometimes you know you need a vacation—but you also know you need the funds to afford it. You look around for the perfect combination of desirable location, affordable cost, and vacation days that fit your schedule. Wouldn’t it be nice … Continue reading

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Get Wet and Stay Cool on Your Gulf Vacation

Can you believe how warm it’s been lately? I guess it’s not that surprising considering winter didn’t happen for many of us. Some people are worried that this is an indication that summer will be extremely hot. Not me, though—I’m … Continue reading

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A Boat Show and the Gulf Coast—A Perfect Combination

I was just checking out the events calendar for Gulf Shores & Orange Beach and noticed something pretty cool scheduled for next weekend: the 2012 Gulf Coast Yacht and Boat Show. This is truly my dream event—hundreds of boats, from yachts … Continue reading

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The Best Condo View is Up to You

What’s your favorite type of view when you’re on vacation? A friend (who is currently in the midst of planning a spring vacation) asked me this the other day, and I had to think about it. Different views have different … Continue reading

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Putting Greens Are an Excellent Condo Amenity on a Golf Vacation

When you plan your golf vacation, is it strictly for pleasure, or is there a competitive edge in the works? Generally, when I play golf it’s for relaxation purposes—I’m simply not that good of a golfer to have more of … Continue reading

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