Alabama’s beaches continue to be a powerful economic engine for the state’s tourism industry, setting records for visitors, spending, and tax revenues, according to preliminary tourism data, though ...

Alabama beaches in the off-season offer a refreshing alternative to the crowded summer scene, making them an ideal destination for families seeking a quieter, more relaxed coastal experience. As the ...

Alabama offers Southern hospitality to its human residents, and pups get the VIP treatment, too, with dog-friendly beaches and parks stretching from the mountains to the Gulf. Planning a trip with ...

Rising gas prices may have the potential to disrupt vacation travel, but observers in coastal Alabama say their outlook remains good. In fact, they say, the economic situation could make Alabama’s ...

Reflecting on my most memorable travel moments, a few unexpected places always float to the top. My recent trip exploring Alabama beaches is now one of them. I’ll admit, when I started planning, I ...

Alabama residents know well the sugar‑white sands of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island. But beyond state lines, the idea that Alabama even has beaches still surprises many ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Planning to sip a cold drink on Alabama's beaches this summer? Before you crack open that beer, you should know if drinking in the ...

All nature is good, but some nature is just a little more fun. That’s the case in coastal Alabama, where landscapes collide and sandy beaches meet freshwater lakes meet pine-oak woods meet the mighty ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jared Ranahan is a reporter who covers travel and ecotourism. While the northern reaches of Alabama offer natural wonders like ...

Louisianans will flock to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach over the next few months, drawn to the 32-mile stretch of sugar-white sand and blue water less than a three-hour drive from New Orleans. But ...