Southern Alabama

Travel Guide

Horse drawn carriage on plantation
Horse drawn carriage on plantation
Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline
Nature at it's very finest! 
All my life I said that I would live in the woods, far from a town or neighbors. I have a house on 30 acres of land, seven miles from a two red light town. My neighbors are few. I know them well, but we rarely interrupt the solitude of  each other. I'm living my dream! God loves me. I shot this photo last spring, it's what I see no matter what direction I look to every morning of my life! #MyBackyard #trees #forest #woods #blue #sky #landscape #nature #foliage #colors #pines #oaks #sweetgums #maples #sunlight #natural #country #outdoors #Alabama #America
Visitor's to West Alabama, should definitely take some backroads just for fun!  
I've been passing by this thing for years, telling myself that I needed to get a shot. I finally stopped last month, but I didn't like any of my shots, so yesterday I took a few more. It's a John Deere, but I don't know the model or the year. Do you?
 #antique #tractor #decay #backroads #outdoors #country #Alabama

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Where to stay in Southern Alabama

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Gulf Highlands

While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Gulf Highlands
The beach at Gulf Shores, Alabama

Surf Side Shores

While Surf Side Shores isn't home to many top sights, Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Surf Side Shores
Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline.

Mobile Central Business District

If you're spending some time in Mobile Central Business District, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Saenger Theatre Mobile are top sights worth seeing.

Mobile Central Business District
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Morgantown

While Morgantown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
old wooden pier at sunset

The Wharf

If you're spending some time in The Wharf, The Wharf Amphitheater and The Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

The Wharf
Nature trails in Orange Beach Alabama Gulf State Park

Cabana Beach

When in Cabana Beach, you can plan a visit to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cabana Beach
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
112 West Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores AL
The price is CA $190 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $190
CA $284 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
Clean room and large room. Close beach and restaurants. Excellent service. Someone always asking how they could help. Breakfast excellent with made to order egg omelet.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley

2.5 out of 5
2970 Koniar Wy Foley AL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Foley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions The Park at OWA and The Wharf are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
Room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. The staff was great, went above and beyond helping me with a situation. Cant say enough wonderful things about the staff!

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd Gulf Shores AL
The price is CA $92 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
CA $92
CA $107 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,567 reviews)
Room was awful had mold in it. Beds were dirty. It was horrible

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Beachside Resort Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Dothan

stayAPT Suites Dothan

2.5 out of 5
259 Hospitality Ln Dothan AL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dothan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

stayAPT Suites Dothan
On The Beach. Perfect for offseason beach lovers! weekly/ monthly rates Nov.-Feb

On The Beach. Perfect for offseason beach lovers! weekly/ monthly rates Nov.-Feb

Gulf Shores AL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
Host was helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

On The Beach. Perfect for offseason beach lovers! weekly/ monthly rates Nov.-Feb
EXCELLENT LOCATION!- Beachview 224 - GULF SHORES,ALABAMA

EXCELLENT LOCATION!- Beachview 224 - GULF SHORES,ALABAMA

Gulf Shores AL
Stay at this condo in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
Good place to stay. Walking distance to eating and shopping.The bed was a little uncomfortable, other than that, all was nice and clean

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

EXCELLENT LOCATION!- Beachview 224 - GULF SHORES,ALABAMA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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