In New Mexico, Truth or Consequences’ striking mountainous backdrop makes it a great option for a quick day trip as you traverse the Southwest. In 1950, the now-defunct TV game show Truth or Consequences was celebrating its 10th anniversary, and host Ralph Edwards announced that the show would air the Truth or Consequences anniversary broadcast from the first city to adopt its name.

There’s something inherently holistic about strolling through stands and buying peak-season fruits and vegetables, artisanal breads and locally sourced meats directly from the great people who prepared them. Farmers markets are good places to feel the pulse of a community while supporting it. The Alabama Gulf Coast has some fantastic farmers markets that are well worth a visit during your next stay in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach.

The Alabama Gulf Coast boasts an incredible 32-mile stretch of sugar-white sand, attracting millions of visitors to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach every year. Anyone who’s had the opportunity to walk our beautiful beaches knows that the sand is super soft and gives an audible squeak as you sink your toes in.

The Alabama Gulf Coast is a prime destination for all things aquatic adventure. The glittering teal waters of the gulf are well suited for a variety of watersports, and people flock to the region every year to take part. Surfing, boating and paddleboarding only scratch the surface – figuratively and literally – when it comes to water play.

Boasting a comfortable climate, coastal beauty and a close-knit community, Tybee Island is the ideal beach town. This charming isle features five pristine beaches, vast biodiversity and a colorful main strip with great shopping and dining along the way. People flock by the thousands to Tybee every year to experience the magic of this special city, and everyone knows, the best vacation is enjoyed in the comforts of a colorful, quaint home on the coast.

The 2018 Hangout Music Fest is just weeks away, and it’s sure to be bigger and better than ever before. Between May 18 and 20, Gulf Shores will host the best beach bash in the Southeast, complete with incredible art, fun games and a star-studded lineup featuring the biggest names in pop music. Hangout Fest attracts hundreds of beach-loving audiophiles each year, and it’s not too late to get in on the fun.

The Alabama Gulf Coast is a popular destination for visitors throughout the year. The same can be said of our avian counterparts. More than 400 bird species are known to occupy the Gulf Coast throughout the seasons. Now that it’s springtime, you’re sure to see a colorful assortment of beautiful birds in flight throughout coastal skies.

One year ago, a conspicuous cuboid building opened on Missouri Ave just off of I-10 West as a convenient rest stop for touring musicians traveling through the southwest. Offering guests a thoughtful curation of healthy snacks, high-quality toiletries and exquisite amenities free-of-charge, Outpost has hosted more than 200 traveling bands since its inception.

If you’ve ever seen a small rodent with big onyx eyes and little pink feet scurrying by during your stay at the beach, then you’ve spotted the Alabama beach mouse. This tiny tawny mouse inhabits beach dunes along the Alabama Gulf Coast, and it’s a vital contributor to the beach ecology. Alabama beach mice keep sand dunes healthy by distributing seeds within them.

Spring is in the air. The grass is growing greener, flowers are blooming, and the beach is calling. Now is the time to start planning your warm-weather getaway. While other months may seem like a better fit for your beach adventure, May is the prime month to make your escape. If you’re on the fence, read on for a few convincing reasons to plan your Gulf Coast vacation in May.

Cornstarch is one of the most versatile kitchen staples known to humankind. Cornstarch isn’t just a thickening agent for your favorite soup or sauce. It’s a bug bite treatment, natural cleaner, sunburn soother – my niece even tells me cornstarch is used to replicate acrylic nails at a fraction of the cost!

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, then you surely know about my affinity for seafood. Really, to describe it as an affinity is putting it lightly. I am absolutely passionate about seafood. Nothing whets my appetite like a steaming plate of seafood favorites. Grouper, crawfish, oysters – I love it all.

If you’re a fishing fanatic like me, you’re always on the lookout for the best fishing holes in any given area. Hands-down, the Gulf Coast boasts some of the best fishing opportunities in the South. I take a personal fishing trip through Gulf Shores and Orange Beach almost every season, and I know just where to go for the big catch.

For most, the holiday season occurs between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, but party people observe an extended celebratory span – which involves ample opportunity to drink. After toasting the New Year, Valentine’s Day soon follows. And whether you’re wining and dining or downing shots solo, V-day is a good time to get drunk.

Crabbing is a celebrated coastal pastime. The pristine waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach provide an ideal habitat for a variety of crabs, lending themselves to this longstanding summer night tradition. Year after year, my wife and I make sure to take the family to the beach for a fun crabbing session during our annual summer vacation on the Gulf Coast.

Over the years, I can recall quite a few times when my family and I have been beach bound, only to be thwarted by unexpected rainfall. If you’ve ever been there, then you know that an unanticipated shower can dampen the day, especially when you’ve donned your sunscreen, packed your beach bag and are ready and raring to go.