Come to Your Senses with a Quick Getaway to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

This post is sponsored by Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism. As always, all opinions are completely my own.

The over 30 mile stretch of beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach is home to some of the most amazing beaches, dining, and attractions in the world. And I should know – as an Alabama native, I’ve been visiting our beaches for over 30 years now!

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are the perfect place to engage all of your senses on vacation by the water. Taste the delicious food, relax those tight muscles, see and smell the ocean, and feel the beat — all of this awaits you on your next trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Sit back, relax and come to your senses with quick getaway to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Tantalize your Tastebuds

When most people think of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, I’m sure their minds immediately go to the beautiful stretches of sand and water. But they are also incredible foodie destinations, with award winning restaurants and local seafood that will tantalize your tastebuds.

GT’s on the Bay is a “must visit” for every trip to the beach, especially families with kids! The restaurant is home to a pirate ship playground and massive sandbox where my kiddos love to run and play while the adults enjoy drinks and appetizers.

And the food is just a good as the view. We love the happy hour menus, and the early dinner menus in off season are a great budget-friendly option. Don’t miss the Firecracker Shrimp, GT’s Dip, and the shrimp and grits!

Melt Those Tight Muscles

Even though the beach can mean relaxation, sometimes I need a little help truly unwinding from the daily grind when I’m on vacation. Thankfully Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are home to beautiful spas where you can get a relaxing massage to soothe away the stress from your tight muscles.

The Spa at The Beach Club located in The Beach Club Resort in Gulf Shores is now open after a full renovation and is the perfect place to spend a day of pampering and get one of the best massages of your life! Renovations include all new flooring and finishes, new furniture, lockers walk-in showers, treatment room renovations, and a renovated relaxation room. And If you are staying on property, then you are in luck: Spectrum Resort guests receive a 10% Discount on Spa & Salon Services.

Smell the Ocean

Spacious beachfront homes, waterfront high rises, and luxurious resorts like the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. So there is no shortage of options when it comes to picking a location where you can relax and smell the fresh ocean air right from the balcony of your accommodations.

On a recent trip, we stayed in a condo hosted by Gulf Shores Rentals in the Island Tower Resort. It was on the 19th floor and had the most amazing panoramic view of the ocean from every bedroom and every window in the unit! We sat on the balcony at every given moment and you could literally smell the salt in the refreshing breeze that surrounded us.

See the Sights

There are so many amazing attractions in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Area. One of our favorite things to do in any city is visit the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. We loved the giraffe encounters and feeding the animals in the petting zoo. But my favorite part was walking through Lemur Island and watching the lemurs and other animals interact with each other in their habitat.

Hear the Music/Feel the Beat

The Wharf, Orange Beach is the premier entertainment district in the area and is home to an amphitheater that hosts live events all year long. The summer schedule is full of top-notch musical acts and entertainment and is a destination for music lovers who come to the area.

The Hangout is another is another family-friendly restaurant on the beach in Gulf Shores that is host to live music and and fun events all year long. Pro tip: there is a full concert schedule every single night! Check it out HERE.

Let Your Senses Come Alive

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are the perfect place to getaway and let your sight, taste, smell, touch, and hearing come alive as you enjoy a relaxing beach vacation. Sit back, relax, and the beaches of Alabama help you come to your senses!