Jet Skier, Mississippi Photo by Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB

Two Gulf Coast States:
One Common Theme—Fun

Neighbors Alabama and Mississippi have quite a few attractions to offer visitors, but one thing they share in common is the Gulf Coast shoreline, where tourists can enjoy the fine beaches, great weather, watersports and a host of leisure activities.

Alabama Gulf Coast

Whether vacationing with family, escaping with the one you love, or spending a week golfing with friends, Alabama's Gulf Coast offers the perfect balance of nonstop activity and lie-around-doing-nothing time. In between relaxing naps on the beach, you can enjoy all the popular Orange Beach and Gulf Shores attractions. Take a lightning-fast ride down a water slide. Travel back in time with a visit to Fort Morgan, site of the Civil War Battle of Mobile Bay. Become a dolphin expert on an Orange Beach cruise that takes you through the back bays to meet up with Flipper and his friends. Visit your animal friends at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. And don't worry about wearing yourself out. You can always recover tomorrow with a siesta on a beach blanket.

Wondering where to plant your beach umbrella? You'll find a variety of public beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL—each special in its own way, and each offering a different experience. Try 'em all and see which fits you best.

Maybe it's something in the salt air, but ever notice how you find much cooler stuff to buy on vacation than you ever find at home? At any rate, shopping on Alabama's Gulf Coast truly offers something for everyone. Whether you're looking for kitschy souvenirs that the kids can take home or a closet-full of Hawaiian shirts for your husband, you can shop 'til your credit card drops. In addition to beach boutiques, art galleries, souvenir shops and furniture stores, you'll definitely want to check out Tanger Outlet Center.

Gulf Shores/Orange Beach is a place where you can slow down, let loose, rediscover your joie de vivre and enjoy your loved ones. It's the Alabama Gulf Coast, and it will cast its spell over you.

Pulsing nightlife and casino action are the new norm on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Photo by Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB

Mississippi Gulf Coast

Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, an action-packed adventure or a fun-filled family vacation, you'll discover it on Mississippi's Gulf Coast, the ultimate vacation destination. Here you'll find picturesque, white-sand beaches lining the Gulf of Mexico; exciting, fun-filled outdoor activities; championship golf courses; tantalizing cuisine; plentiful shopping and must-see cultural attractions. Undeniably, that astounding array of attractions alone is enough to convince even the most discerning traveler that Mississippi's Gulf Coast is where the perfect vacation awaits. But don't pack your bags just yet. There's even more! This vacation paradise also features unlimited stakes gaming, top-name entertainment and spectacular stage shows you won't want to miss. With a unique combination of attractions that'll please everyone, Mississippi's Gulf Coast is undoubtedly a "well-balanced escape."

Try your luck at one of the resort casinos, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. From the hottest, newest slots and video poker machines to exciting table games, you'll uncover a vast array of casino action. And you never have to go far for a delicious meal. Each casino has up to nine restaurants on property, which ensures cuisine diverse enough to please everyone's palate. Don't forget to bring your golf clubs, since many of the resort casinos offer championship golf courses. For accommodations, some of the resort casinos have full-service hotels on property. Bringing the kids? Don't worry. Supervised children's activities are offered at many of the Coast's casinos.

The Gulf Coast's temperate climate affords virtually year-round outdoor activities, including golfing, sailing and motor boating. Plan your visit today. 

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