Months of quarantine, lockdowns, restrictions, and uncertainty have brought travel to a standstill. With the arrival of summer, I couldn’t help asking what’s a travel columnist to do? As restrictions lifted throughout the country, I decided to take a road trip to the sugar-white, sandy beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. What I found when I arrived is what I’ve […]
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Romantic Alabama – Love Is In the Air
Love is in the air. Chances are you and your valentine will want to do something to celebrate your romance this month. Often, the mere mention of a romantic getaway conjures up thoughts of exotic destinations. There are simply some places, some experiences that make us want to fall in love all over again. It’s […]
Tami’s Trippin Top Ten – 2018
1) Swim With Manatees in Crystal River, Florida This funky, old-school town on Florida’s Nature Coast never disappoints. Manatees are the main attraction, but there is so much more. Great dining, golf, a myriad of recreational opportunities puts this perennial favorite in this year’s top ten again! Want more info? Check out my itinerary and […]
Gulf State Park – Gulf Shores, Alabama
When you think of the Alabama Gulf Coast do sugar sand beaches, a surging surf, warm sea breezes, and a crystal clear coast come to mind? With three miles of beach, Gulf State Park has all of that and more, but the beach is only the beginning. I had a blast exploring another one of […]
5 Things to Do On A Rainy Day in Gulf Shores, Al.
Don’t let a little rain get you down on your Gulf Coast vacation. There’s plenty to do to keep you entertained until the showers pass. Here are 5 of my favorites: Blue Girl Beading Co. Unleash your creativity at Blue Girl Beading Co. Structured classes are available or drop-in. They have several examples of projects to make, […]
Alligators, Airboats & Adventure Along the Gulf Coast
When you think of alligators and airboats, you probably think of the Louisiana swamps. Alligators and adventure await the next time you hit Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The Mobile-Tensaw Delta is just a short drive from your beach vacation. Have an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience in one of Alabama’s most beautiful natural resources. Choosing the hour-long eco-tour […]
Solo Travel, or The Importance of Talking to Strangers
Don’t talk to strangers. I grew up hearing those words. There’s even a song about it. You know what? Throw that advice out the window. Especially when you’re traveling solo. Business or pleasure, solo travel is awesome. Strike up a conversation with your neighbor, seat mate, fellow traveler, hotel staff, whatever. You may just find […]
