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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
As on all vacations, make sure that you are always aware of your surroundings...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
History 
Gulf Shores is southeast of Mobile in Alabama. One of the first things you'll...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Enjoying a beachside holiday: Gulf Shores vs. Orange Beach First, as everything...
Last edited: June 08, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
For tourist information on the Gulf Shores you can call 1-800-745-SAND or email...
Last edited: July 09, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
There is really no bad time to visit Gulf Shores, the weather permits many...
Last edited: June 11, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
If you're driving you can easily get to Gulf Shores from some major Southern...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Renting a car in Gulf Shores is probably the best way to get around, unless you...
Last edited: December 17, 2012
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Fairhope, AL - Wonderful Day trip from Gulf Shores  Fairhope, Alabama...
Last edited: January 11, 2009
Family Travel 
The Gulf Shores is a popular resort destination and a great place to take your...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Shopping 
Shopping in Gulf Shores is generally limited to beach and surf shops, apparel...
Last edited: May 19, 2013
Sports & Activities 
Most people go to the Gulf Shores for the beaches, but there are other things...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Beaches 
Gulf Shores' beaches are really clean, the water is not as pretty as a place...
Last edited: October 01, 2006
Nature Hikes 
If you want to get away from the beach crowds and enjoy nature, try Bon Secour...
Last edited: March 25, 2011
Places to Workout 
Phy-sique Fitness Great place to work out while on vacation.  Excellent...
Last edited: May 30, 2012
Cypress Bend at Craft Farms 
Craft Farms golf courses are definitely in the "must play" category while...
Last edited: October 29, 2007
Fort Morgan Historic Site 
A visit is a great way to spend the afternoon but it can be a little spooky...
Last edited: August 03, 2008
Waterville USA 
Waterville is a great place for families with kids of all ages. Big variety  of...
Last edited: March 30, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
The City of Gulf shores offers a wide variety of cuisines to satisfy every...
Last edited: June 10, 2006
Breakfast 
Gulf Shores Breakfast Locations: When you visit beautiful Gulf Shores...
Last edited: November 14, 2012
Area Restaurants 
Gulf Shores itself can be very wanting of restaurants that you would "write...
Last edited: December 27, 2011
De Soto's Seafood Kitchen 
Wonderful atmosphere, great food and easy on the wallet!
Last edited: July 01, 2006
Lulu's At Homeport 
Created by Lucy Buffett aka "LuLu", sister of famous music legend Jimmy...
Last edited: June 14, 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: May 11, 2010
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: March 18, 2013
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: October 11, 2012
Important Phrases 
Temperature in the United States... How Hot is HOT? How Cold is COLD?  100°F...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
While tipping is not mandatory in the United States, it is expected in some...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Avoiding scams while shopping abroad 
Being victimized by scandalous businesses when traveling is one of the sad...
Last edited: May 22, 2013
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: October 02, 2010
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
United States of America has a history of unified etiquette protocols that may...
Last edited: April 26, 2013
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 24, 2013
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
International Travel - Electric Outlets 
Before making international travel, it is important to determine the electrical...
Last edited: April 08, 2013
Language and America 
  Some Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from...
Last edited: November 01, 2012
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Sales Tax 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Traveling by Car in the United States 
Many visitors to the United States  go to typical tourist areas like New York...
Last edited: February 07, 2013
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: October 28, 2010
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
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