In the movies, family vacations are either hilariously chaotic or blissfully perfect. We are pretty sure real life sits comfortably between those two extremes – usually closer to the blissful side, we hope! Just to save you a few headaches, we put together four tips for a stress-free vacation:
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If you’ve visited with us before, you know the beautiful beaches are hard to pull away from – but it you are looking for something else to do along the shore early this spring, we’ve got you covered! Here are just a few ideas:
If you have a boat or plan to rent one, there are endless possibilities for Orange Beach boating activities. Beyond a fishing excursion, here are five new ideas for an unforgettable day on the water:

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.
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!

Your Guide to The Perfect Beach Wedding in Orange Beach
Imagine a beach wedding on the sugar white sands on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. It’s easy to picture the warm teal blue waves lapping at your toes as you both say your wedding vows. Having a beach wedding in Orange Beach takes the pressure off of perfection and adds the serenity of a beach vacation that all your wedding guests will enjoy! As a bonus, you can spend your anniversary here every year and make new memories!
