12 Awesome Day Trips from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama

12 Awesome Day Trips from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are located in the heart of Alabama’s Gulf Coast and have become popular beach vacation spots for vacationers all over the United States. And while the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area offers plenty to do, there are also some interesting day trips you may want to check out that include outlet shopping, historical museums, casinos, outdoors activities, zoos, aquariums, and art galleries you won’t want to miss.

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365 Days of Gratitude Journal Ideas, Prompts and Quotes

365 Days of Gratitude Journal Ideas, Prompts and Quotes

Cultivating an attitude of gratitude produces countless rewards—physical, mental, and spiritual. The key to living life to the fullest is being content with what you have right now—and that starts with gratitude. How do you start a gratitude journal? What are the best kinds of gratitude prompts and inspiration? This article will provide the tools you need to begin your gratitude journey today.

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Ultimate Gift Guide for Frequent Travelers

Ultimate Gift Guide for Frequent Travelers

For all the travel addicts on your gift-giving list, you can’t go wrong with these awesome ideas that will work with any budget. This travelers gift guide includes affordable suggestions as well as high-end ideas for the travelers on your list for whom you may want to do something special. Whether you are shopping for something fun, practical, essential or creative you can be sure that the travel lover on your list will appreciate any one of these awesome gifts.

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What is Geocaching? How it Works and What You Find

What is Geocaching? How it Works and What You Find

Geocaches are found all over the world and provide a free, fun family treasure hunt and hours of entertainment, but what is it, how does it work, and what do you find? This article tells you everything you need to know!

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7 of the World’s Best Places to See Graffiti and Street Art

7 of the World’s Best Places to See Graffiti and Street Art

While graffiti was once considered vandalism or gang-related, it has transformed in recent years to become a wildly popular and beloved form of expressive art in major tourist cities around the world. Graffiti and street art are now a staple in many well-visited locations where in some cases artists are commissioned to add it to high-profile public buildings. These are some of my favorite places in the world to find ultra-cool graffiti and street art.

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10 Awesome Pet-Friendly Airbnbs in Gulf Shores, Alabama

10 Awesome Pet-Friendly Airbnbs in Gulf Shores, Alabama

If you want to bring your pet with you when you vacation on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast, be sure to check out these 10 awesome pet-friendly Airbnbs in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

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Top 10 Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama

Top 10 Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama

The weather is spectacular year-round. The beaches are sugary white, and the sunsets are breathtaking. Gulf Shores offers plenty of outlet shopping, restaurants, events, concerts, art shows, bars, and attractions. But the greatest thing about living in Gulf Shores is that I can take my beagles, Cap’n Jack & Scout, almost anywhere with me. Most restaurants with outdoor seating are happy to allow you to bring your furry family members along if you keep them on a leash. And the opportunities to unleash the hounds at local dog parks are abundant. These are my Top 10 things to do with Cap’n Jack & Scout in my hometown of dog-friendly Gulf Shores.

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Scary Roller Coasters — 7 of the World's Best Thrill Rides

Scary Roller Coasters — 7 of the World's Best Thrill Rides

The world’s scariest roller coasters. Strap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death. It’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget. As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world.

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