Gulf Shores Alabama has the most beautiful white sugar sand beaches around and also a place where most people would like to spend their weekends holiday on the beach with their family and most popular known as family resort place. The surf over there is always so smooth and gentle and a best place for small children to play in the water and along the beach building sand castles. Young women in colourful bikini, and as you walk passed by you can watch women and men on a sun tan, and some reading book under the umbrella shape.

If you like fishing the Gulf State Park between Gulf Shores & Orange Beach has the wonderful fishing pier. There are many types of fish to be catch and the pier is about 825 feet long. the charges of entering the pier is two dollars if you are not fishing and five dollars if you like fishing.

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Planning your vacation with your family or for a honeymoon holiday, Pinellas country is one of a best place to consider for your vacation. Its is located at gulf of mexico and best known for it clearwater beaches where you can relax along the white sand beaches, enjoy fishing or boating.

In March this year my wife and myself spend our holiday over there. We have a wonderful time there spending most of time at the beaches, enjoying our seafood meals in some of the beautiful and nice view restaurant with live enterainment. Viewing the sunset along the gulf shores.

Having a vacation in Florida as the beaches is not very far away from the hotels and the shopping areas. Along the beaches you can see beach umbrellas shading people from the hot noon, beautiful ladies with their fancy swim suit and bikini and children building sand castle. The temperature is pleasurable year rounda sugar-white sandy beach with a golden sunset. The warm water and sea air will refresh your spirit, and a swim with the dolphins, a game of tennis or golf. There are many restaurant in Florida where you can get your food to your taste.

Another place for your vacation is at Alabama Gulf Coast or orange beach where you can easily get a tour which covers resorts and hotels including your vacation rental needs. During summer in july beause of the long holidays there will be alot of traffit and the holiday crowds will jammed Alabama Gulf beaches. The trip is more expensive on that time but is worth your money as you can vitness a lot of events held on that time.

Vacation in gulf shores is many a tourist dream. They are many good hotel along the gulf shores. I had my vacation in one of hotel at Alabama Gulf Coast. I like to visit Fort Morgan because of its history and beaches.

Fort Morgan located just west of Gulf Shores on the Alabama Gulf Coast, is the ideal vacation destination for anyone looking to commune with nature, vibrant in history, and is the perfect place to escape from the crowds that occupy Gulf Shores and enjoy the beauty and wonder of this area and you can relax on some of the beautiful beaches that surround this area. While most individuals think of Gulf Shores when they imagine vacationing on the coast.

Other attractions of Fort Morgan simply add to the allure of an already breathtaking city. Whether you seek sun, sand, history, or outdoor adventure, a vacation in Fort Morgan is sure to meet your expectations and surprise you in ways you could have never imagined.

Located just west of Gulf Shores on the Alabama Gulf Coast, Fort Morgan is the ideal vacation destination for anyone looking to commune with nature, soak in history, and relax on some of the beautiful beaches that surround this area. While most individuals think of Gulf Shores when they imagine vacationing on the coast, Fort Morgan is a viable alternative for those who want a more peaceful and serene atmosphere during their stay. Whether the white sand has drawn you in or the simple beauty was simply too much to resist, you certainly will not be disappointed with any part of your Fort Morgan vacation.

We all know you didn’t plan to spend your vacation staying in an overcrowded unexciting hotel, so why not stay in a vacation rental that can help facilitate your desires. When planning vacation activities everyone seems to have an opinion on what they want to do, but everyone is sure to agree on beach fun in the sun. After a long day of swimming, parasailing, boogie boarding and building sand castles, walk across the boardwalk and be steps from your front door. You’ll love the convenience of the fully stocked cabinet of beach and bath towels and the plethora of beach toys.

The actual fort from which Fort Morgan draws its name is rich in history and certainly worth a visit. Visitors can explore the grounds and learn how the Spanish used the fort in the 1500s and rebuilt it in the 1800s to protect themselves from the Native Americans in the area. The fort also played a part in the American Civil War when, in 1864, Union and Confederate armies fought for control of this strategic port entrance and the Union army eventually won control after besieging Fort Morgan. The living history program is conducted daily, however, the candlelight fort tours on Tuesday nights are a worthwhile adventure for children and adults alike.

We all know you didn’t plan to spend your vacation staying in an overcrowded unexciting hotel, so why not stay in a vacation rental that can help facilitate your desires. When planning vacation activities everyone seems to have an opinion on what they want to do, but everyone is sure to agree on beach fun in the sun. After a long day of swimming, parasailing, boogie boarding and building sand castles, walk across the boardwalk and be steps from your front door. You’ll love the convenience of the fully stocked cabinet of beach and bath towels and the plethora of beach toys.

Sitting along the shores of the Gulf Coast, Fort Morgan, Alabama is the perfect place to escape from the crowds that occupy Gulf Shores and enjoy the beauty and wonder of this area. While the beaches are always the main attraction in this part of the country, the vibrant history and the other attractions of Fort Morgan simply add to the allure of an already breathtaking city. Whether you seek sun, sand, history, or outdoor adventure, a vacation in Fort Morgan is sure to meet your expectations and surprise you in ways you could have never imagined.

A short drive from your vacation rental will take you to Gulf State Park. Enjoy hiking along the wooded trails and discovering all the nature and wildlife. Explore several trails and see where your adventure takes you. Swim, water-ski or fish on Lake Shelby, stretching over 900 acres. Relax and play on the two miles of sugar white beaches and enjoy the surging waves, bird watching and shell collecting.

Clearwater is an amazing vacation destination if you are looking for outdoor activities that will test your strength and abilities. Fishing is popular with visitors since the Gulf is home to more than 300 varieties of fish, such as snapper, king-fish, mackerel, tarpon, red fish, and sailfish. If you prefer to head out to sea rather than fish off the pier, you are likely to find a charter that can accommodate your needs since the Clearwater Marina is home to the largest fishing fleet on the Gulf Coast.
For a personal adventure, find a captain who can take you to a private island where you can snorkel or collect shells. No matter what water activity you plan to partake in, Clearwater is sure to be an accommodating host.

Madeira Beach is the perfect destination if you are looking for a low key beach experience combined with a gorgeous sunset. The area is quaint, it is located near an old fishing village, yet you can still find all the beach activities you could desire. There are deep sea fishing boats, dolphin-watching cruises, and entertainment boats that leave from this area, so be sure not to miss out on all the fun. If you are walking along the beach, however, be careful since there is a large quantity of sea shells.

Tampa Florida Gulf Shores is a great destination if you need an action-packed, rather than the sit by the water, vacation. The biggest draw in this city is Busch Gardens, an entertainment park that combines the intrigue of a zoo with the thrill of roller coasters. For a more informative attraction, since each location is supremely unique from the others, deciding what you want to do during your vacation will make your decision an easy one. After you determine what you want out of your trip, look into lodging that accommodates your desires.

There's no doubt that the topic of Gulf Shores can be fascinating.

An earthquake in the Gulf of Mexico over the weekend sent tremors all the way to Central Florida, rattling nerves and sparking fears of a tidal wave.

The quake hit Sunday morning and registered 6.0 on the Richter scale.

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the quake was centered to the west of Ft. Myers and south of the Panhandle at 26.339°N, 86.568°W, at a depth 10 km (6.2 miles).
That puts it 250 miles from Anna Maria, Florida, 251 miles from Holmes Beach, Florida and 260 miles from Clearwater, Florida.

However, there are no reports of any major damage.

There were briefly some fears about a tidal wave, but the government quickly said the quake was too small to produce a tsunami.

Geologists say quakes are not unheard off near Florida but they are very rare.

"What you're having here is you get residual stress in the middle of these plates, and that relieves itself with earthquakes,” geologist Dr. Dan Britt said. “These things build up very slowly, and then you get a quick release from the earthquake. But this doesn't happen very often."

Scientists recorded some seismic activity in the same area of the gulf in recent months.

In Brevard County, folks who lived through our hurricanes say this earthquake pales in comparison.

Linda Marie Tisdail though says she felt her couch shake Sunday when the quake hit. Tisdail used to live in California, so she wasn't completely caught off guard by the trembling.
Tisdail says while her family did feel Sunday's earthquake, none of her neighbors did.

There were also reports of pictures falling off the wall in one part of the Space Coast, but no major damage was reported. One Lake County family says they have proof Sunday's earthquake did cause at least some minor damage.
The Addison family says hairline cracks on the pool deck actually got bigger following the quake, and cracks appeared on the family's driveway that weren't there at all.

The family says the whole thing was surreal. “It woke me from a sound sleep,“ MichelleAddison said. “ I just immediately jumped up and my reaction was to run outside. My mom was out here on the patio [and] her chair was shaking. My husband came outside and we originally thought it was a sinkhole.”

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The former Shoney's restaurant building on Alabama 59 in Foley, across from Tanger Out let Centers , was purchased for $1 million, according to Frank Malone of ERA Class.com in Gulf Shores, who represented the buyers. The owners of Peng Garden Chinese Restau rant in Foley bought the property as an investment, he said.

M&A Supply Co ., a marine and aviation supply firm, has leased a 17,500-square-foot office warehouse at 1771 15th St., on Brookley Field, according to Mitchum Jackson of Hegge man Realty .

Palmetto Place at 960 S. Schillinger Road has several new tenants, according to An gela McArthur of Prudential Cooper & Co. commercial . They are Taiwan Chinese Res taurant , 2,500 square feet; Wholesale Shoe Wearhouse , 2,500 square feet, to open in early November; and a 2,500-square-foot Coldwell Banker Charles Hayes Real Es tate office to open in early October with Don Jones as managing broker. The center is owned by Langan Develop ment Co.

Spring Hill Baptist Church has removed three houses from property it owns west of the Moorer/Spring Hill Mobile Public Library on McGregor Avenue, but has no immediate plans for the land, according to Terry Ellis , pastor of the church on McGregor Avenue. "If we do anything in the near future, it would be a parking lot," he said. "We'd keep the trees and give it a good border for the neighbors. We are not putting a building there." The church plans to plant rye grass and azaleas on the vacant land, he said.

A developer paid $210,000 for a commercial lot of less than 1 acre on Krchak Lane just south of Alabama 59 in Robertsdale and plans to build a 5,500-square-foot retail center, according to Ralph Neal of Watson Realty , who represented the buyer. Tim Herring ton of Saad & Vallas Realty Group worked for the sellers.

A 2,800-square-foot house on the bay side of Dauphin Island was purchased by out-of-town buyers for $1.4 million, making it the highest-priced house sale on the island, according to Lin da Henderson of Dauphin Is land Real Estate , who handled the transaction. The house in Seapointe subdivision was built by Cay Rogers and has a boat dock and 78 front feet on Barcelona Bay.

Developers will seek approval from the city of Spanish Fort Monday to build Shell Bank Landing , a three-story, 57-unit condominium on Blakeley River in Spanish Fort, according to Dent Boykin , one of the partners in the project. The 3.5 acres is at the foot of the bluff, just off the Causeway, and has about 800 front feet on the river, he said. The unit prices would range from $400,000 to $499,000 and each would have a boat slip.

Bon Secour Village , a mixed use community on the Intracoastal Waterway in Gulf Shores, has opened its preview center and sales office at 2975 Bon Secour Avenue, off Baldwin County 4 West, according to developers. The 4,500-square-foot building will house Bon Secour Realty and the Bon Secour Homeowners Association office. The antebellum-style structure was designed by Charrette Design Group of Dothan, and built by John O. Freeman General Contractors of Gulf Shores.

BankTrust has opened a new branch office at McGregor Avenue and Old Shell Road in Spring Hill, according to bank officials. Stephanie Powell is the branch manager. The 4,600-square-foot building is BankTrust's sixth location in Mobile; it has three branches in Baldwin County.

by Business Columnist Kathy Jumper

Construction is under way on Plantation Lakes off Alabama 59 in Summerdale, where homes will range from $189,000 to $275,000, according to Cowen Developers of Pensacola, Fla. The lots start at $40,000 and lake lots are $55,000. So far, 12 of the 43 lots in the first phase have been reserved, and there will be a total of 90 lots. The second phase will have multi-family units and commercial space. The amenities include a clubhouse, swimming pool and landscaped lakes. The Real Estate House is marketing the project.

Construction is under way on 114 condominium units at Jubilee Ridge on Baldwin County 64, east of U.S. 98 in Daphne, and the first 8 units should be done by the end of the year, according to Anthony Kaiser of Realty Executives Gulf Coast, one of the developers. The units start at $199,900. Cynthia McAllister of Realty Executives Bay Shores is co-marketing the units.

The 71 lots in The Mead ows at Point Clear on Section Street and Dairy Road in Point Clear have presold to builders for a total of $6.5 million, according to B.T. Roberts of Roberts Brothers Commercial & Property Management. He and Richard Rowan are developing the community, which will have $500,000-plus homes on the interior lots and $1 million dollar homes on the large lots.

The eight-unit Laguna Breeze condominiums on the north side of Fort Morgan Road in Gulf Shores have presold, according to developers Nick Wilmott and Sam Gates of Weichert Realtors Sea-N-Shore in Gulf Shores. The four-plex units were priced at $197,650. The contractor is Motes Construction and the units should be finished by next March. The units have lagoon views but are not on the waterfront. The developers are looking at building additional units there.

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