Tag: beach
member name: Carol W.
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August 14, 2008 11:22 AM EDT --
Sometimes, getting ready for a full day of fun in the sun on the Alabama Gulf Coast with the whole
family reminds me of trying to plan a military invasion. But a little bit of forethought . . .
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August 14, 2008 11:24 AM EDT --
When we trek to beach, I always make sure to have a few basic first-aid supplies. Whether we're in Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, I find a little preparation makes a visit to the Alabama Gulf . . .
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August 14, 2008 11:25 AM EDT --
As a youngster visiting the Alabama Gulf Coast, I hated wearing sunscreen. I wanted a carefree day to swim in the blue Gulf waters, build castles from the sugary sands or anticipate a seafood . . .
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August 14, 2008 11:27 AM EDT --
An often-overlooked beach accessory is a hat. Perhaps because everyone gets focused on swimming and playing, it's easy to forget how critical headgear can be.
It's no easy chore . . .
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August 14, 2008 11:28 AM EDT --
There is so much to keep track of on a family excursion that it can be tempting to leave behind the camera gear. With the chances of dropping something in the Gulf, losing something in the sand . . .
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September 26, 2008 02:27 AM EDT --
A fishing excursion to the Alabama Gulf Coast can be the adventure of a lifetime. For amateur anglers who have dreamed of catching a real "keeper," the best way to find out when that . . .
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September 26, 2008 02:29 AM EDT --
A few years back, we took a trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast and opted to stay in Gulf State Park . We had a beautiful cabin, and we could see a lake. We had brought along some fishing gear, . . .
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November 14, 2008 01:17 AM EST --
With the holiday season here, it's easy to get overwhelmed with the shopping and the cooking and the wrapping and the baking and the decorating and the stuff. So make a pact with your best gal pals . . .
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November 22, 2008 02:49 PM EST --
The dishes are washed, the leftovers are (finally) all put away, and the tidying up is complete. What's left to do before Thanksgiving Day draws to a close? Break out the sales papers, baby! We've . . .
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December 12, 2008 05:27 PM EST --
Remember how we moms are always (always!) saying, "Turn off the light when you leave the room!"? Well, now we have even more proof that we're right. If you won't do it for us, for the . . .
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December 08, 2008 10:36 PM EST --
The Alabama Gulf Coast is known as a wonderful place for birding. In addition to natives, migratory guests make the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach a stopover or temporary home.
Of all the . . .
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December 12, 2008 05:26 PM EST --
Can you believe it's almost Christmas? Wasn't Labor Day just last week?
Seriously, though, if you still need to do some holiday shopping, why not make a trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast and hit . . .
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December 15, 2008 10:19 PM EST --
Southerners have some long-standing traditions tried to New Year's Day, many of them tied to food and symbols of luck.
There are turnip greens, which represent "folding" . . .
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February 17, 2009 11:10 AM EST --
I've never been to a beach wedding, but I'd love to one day. In fact, if I could, I would go back and have my own wedding at a beach. What could be more romantic than saying "I . . .
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April 07, 2009 09:31 PM EDT --
The differences in how I used to spend spring break years ago and how I spend spring break these days are quite funny. When I was in college, the only necessary requirement when finding a hot . . .
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August 27, 2008 11:41 PM EDT --
Last year, our family had a truly marvelous visit to the Alabama Gulf Coast. It was extra special because there were four generations of the family on the trip. With ages ranging from 10 to 77, . . .
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September 18, 2008 09:51 PM EDT --
OK, time to pack for the trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast. Swimwear? Check. Beach towels? Check. Hiking shoes? Check! While it's great to hit the beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach bare . . .
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December 12, 2008 05:29 PM EST --
In Times Square, the country watches the Big Apple drop to signify the start of the new year; in Atlanta, there's a giant peach. At the Alabama Gulf Coast, we prefer watching the waves of the Gulf . . .
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December 22, 2008 11:37 PM EST --
As nice as it is to have a break from the heat, it really will be great to return to warmer weather and the activities the Alabama Gulf Coast is most recognized for - enjoying the sun, sand . . .
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December 22, 2008 11:38 PM EST --
You know how some other beach locales promote themselves as "gone-wild" destinations for spring break? Well, if it's a wild time you're looking for, the Alabama Gulf Coast . . .
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