Plan Some Off-the-Beach Time

When we think of a beach vacation, we tend to envision activities like lounging on the beach with a good book and an iPod, building sandcastles, perhaps playing a little beach volleyball, and then cooling off in the ocean waters and maybe catching a few waves. These are all excellent beach activities, particularly when your destination is the white-sand beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast.

But there is such a thing as too much of a good thing, and the last thing you want to do is burnout on beach time. In addition, in an area like Gulf Shores/Orange Beach, Alabama, where there are so many things to do and see, it’s hard to justify spending the entire trip solely on the beach. Taking time for some off-the-beach pursuits and exploring the local culture can really enhance the beach experience.

One popular pastime for many beach-goers is golf, which is no short-coming in and around Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The area offers a variety of scenic golf courses, and visitors can often find deals that will help save them money. Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals, for example, offers golf vacation packages where guests can save on multiple rounds of golf.

Nature excursions offer additional opportunities for off-beach adventures. Nature trails and centers, wildlife preserves, estuariums, and zoos are some of the ways visitors can explore the plant and animal life native to Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The area is also a good location for fishing, whether it’s pier fishing or via charter boat.

Those interested in history and culture should plan to visit historical sites, such as museums and old homes and churches, and attend concerts and art exhibits of local artists.

Knowing ahead of time what sites of interest are near your accommodations, or booking accommodations based on what off-beach activities interest you will help with the travel planning process. Brett/Robinson offers a selection of lodging options located near several area attractions.