Beach Blog

5 Fun Beach Activities for Teens and Preteens in Gulf Shores

When the children are younger, planning for your beach vacation can be a breeze:

  • Shovel & Pail, check.
  • Sunscreen, check.
  • Extra snacks, check.

However, planning for a beach vacation with older kids can be a little more daunting. But not when you choose Gulf Shores, Alabama for your next beach vacation! Here are our top 5 fun beach activities to do with the older kids when you get here

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Reduce Stress with a Vacation!

The best gift you can give to yourself and family is the gift of a “happier and less stressed” you! Reduce stress with a vacation at the beach! Orange Beach Alabama is just a short drive to serenity for many living in the South – it’s like our side of the ocean! Never underestimate the value of a long walk in the sand along the Gulf of Mexico. Walking in the sand with bare feet is great way to activate your parasympathetic nervous system (that’s the part of the body that helps you to relax and feel engaged in life). Seriously, who isn’t due for a little rest and relaxation?

Reduce stress with a vacation today!

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The Snowbirds Have Landed

December is a quiet month at the beach but with the turning of the New Year the snow birds head south and bring an air of excitement. Beach Getaways welcomes about 80 snowbirds this season. Fleeing the cold and snow looking to enjoy the benefits of warmer weather and outdoor activities. Your lovely condos provide a great respite from the winter weather.

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Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade

Did you know Mardi Gras in Alabama started 15 years before New Orleans? It’s true! In 1703 the first Mardi Gras in America was held in Mobile. Today we continue the Alabama tradition with festive Orange Beach Mardi Gras parades and balls!

Book your stay with Beach Getaways for festive Orange Beach Mardi Gras parade and more.

 

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Christmas in Orange Beach! Make it New Year’s, Too!

Ready to enjoy Christmas in Orange Beach? What’s not to love? Temperatures in low 70s, the sound of the gulf and best of all, no snow. Whether you are enjoying yourself with the family, a group of friends, Alabama’s Gulf Shores has something for everyone. Here are a few ideas to enjoy your Christmas or New Year’s vacation, courtesy of Beach Getaways.

Christmas in Orange Beach

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