Whether you’re looking to unwind on the beach, explore nature, or enjoy delicious seafood, Orange Beach has it all. In 2025, make your New Year’s resolution to travel to Orange Beach and experience the tranquility and beauty of this Gulf Coast gem. And when it’s time to book your stay, remember to do so with Poole & Associates to secure the perfect vacation rental that will make your trip even...

As the holiday season approaches, Gulf Shores transforms into a stunning spectacle of festive lights and decorations. Known for its beautiful beaches and welcoming atmosphere, this coastal gem offers an enchanting setting to celebrate the holiday season. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas, Gulf Shores has a wealth of opportunities to experience dazzling light displays and festive decorations. Here’s a guide to help you discover...

It has been one hot summer this year, and we sure are ready for fall to arrive. If you are looking for a great fall getaway that puts you right by the beach and nearby fun activities, look no further than Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our vacation destination has plenty of fun and excitement still going down in the fall season, only with some slightly cooler temps. The local events are...

Orange Beach, Alabama is renowned for its sun-kissed shores, crystal-clear waters, and lively summer atmosphere. Yet, there’s something uniquely enchanting about visiting this coastal paradise during its quieter seasons. From the tranquil fall to the peaceful early spring, these off-peak periods offer an opportunity to experience the charm of Orange Beach without the usual hustle and bustle. To make the most of your serene getaway, booking with Poole & Associates...

There are some people we meet in life that always seem to have everything put together. They find the lowest prices on airfare and vacation homes, having spent weeks watching the sales, they make up itineraries that can be as long as 20 pages, breaking down every activity to the 15-minute mark, and quite frankly, they make us feel very tired, even as we admire them greatly. But today, we...

Finding a vacation rental is easier than ever these days, as travelers let their fingers do the scrolling, heading right to the popular vacation websites, seeking the homes that will make our vacation dreams come true, and Airbnb is often the first site they visit. Convenient, easy to navigate, and providing a peek at the properties we hope will bring comfort and relaxation during out travel adventures, it is the...

No matter how many times you return to Gulf Shores, every time will offer a slightly different vacation experience, especially when you choose to attend any or all of the following top events in Gulf  Shores 2024. Providing an authentic peek into what we love most, you can be enjoying a Mardi Gras parade during one visit, listening to free music in outdoor auditoriums in another, and devouring s’mores with...

For many travelers, they have a bucket list of exotic destinations that they just know their lives will not be as fulfilling without visiting, and those lists are often filled with the biggies we all know, including Paris and the Eifel Tower, New York City and the Empire State Building, and Gulf Shores and its white sand beaches. While the last one is our personal favorite, especially because we at...

The best vacations aren’t the ones where you stand in line for hours or spend more time in traffic than actually exploring the places you are visiting. The best vacations happen to the smartest of travelers, the ones who understand that the restaurants where the locals eat, the hidden gems that the tourists don’t know about, or the walks off the beaten path will show them a side of the...

Whether it’s a reunion with friends you haven’t seen in a while, an annual getaway, bachelorette trip, or “just because,” you’ve planned a girls’ trip. Make this trip memorable with a trip to the beach and crashing waves of the Gulf of Mexico and the Alabama shores. Choose Gulf Shores for your ultimate destination and start planning the fun. There are plenty of things to see and do while you’re...