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Escape the stress and worry of every day. While you may not have time to plan a long trip to an out-of-state destination, you can still plan a Gulf Shores getaway that doesn’t take you far from home. A visit to the Alabama coast may be just what the doctor ordered. Get a dose of fun, sun, sand, and water when you choose Gulf Shores. Be a tourist in your own state, by visiting all the fun activities and attractions Gulf Shores has to offer, and make sure to book a private vacation rental with Poole & Associates to get the full vacation experience. If your staycation plans include furry family members, ask about pet-friendly rentals!

Beach Time

You’ve planned plenty of beach time just by coming to a beach destination like Gulf Shores. Choose from activities like laying out and sunbathing, planting a beach umbrella and spreading out on a blanket and reading or having a picnic, taking a swim in the Gulf, or running or walk on the beach for a change in your exercise routine. Turn up the adrenaline with activities like parasailing, SCUBA diving, snorkeling, and even deep-sea fishing!

Festivals

Check the calendar and plan your staycation around a festival that celebrates your favorite things. From the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival celebrating the first mode of air travel to festivals celebrating the performing and visual arts, you’ll find something to plan your trip around.

Fort Morgan Road Trail

Lace up your hiking shoes, grab a bottle of water and your sun gear, and head out on an adventure. The 5.6-mile asphalt trail starts just outside the western border of Gulf State Park and stretches west through Gulf Shores. The path runs parallel to Fort Morgan Road/Highway 180, through tree-lined areas and neighborhoods, and finally ends at the Peninsula Golf Club. The trail is an easy hike or bike, as it’s mostly a flat surface, but the eastern end of the trail has only a few gentle climbs – making it easy for groups of all skill levels to enjoy. Add some difficulty on the eastern end and continue on through Gulf State Park’s Hugh Branyon Backcountry Trails.

Gulf Shores Dog Park

For families or groups bringing along their pets, Gulf Shores has plenty of fun for them, too. The Gulf Shores Dog Park has a large fenced-in green area where both large and small dogs can get their zoomies out. Humans can sit and socialize themselves, but make sure to keep an eye on your pup and clean up after them using the provided waste bag stations. You can bring water for yourself, but the park provides water for pets!

Gulf Shores Museum

If you didn’t know much about Gulf Shores before you arrived, here’s your chance. The Gulf Shores Museum is located in a house that dates back to before World War II and stood as the beach house of Valerie Cole’s family from Mobile. Originally built in West Beach, the family donated the structure, and it was moved from that original location to its current home after Hurricane Frederic in 1979. The museum houses many permanent and temporary exhibits that tell the story of Gulf Shores’ history and offers various programs and activities for all ages and many interests throughout the year.

Gulf State Park

Wander two miles of Gulf beachfront, swim, surf, build sand castles, and enjoy any and all of the beach activities you can think of. The park also has a beach pavilion where you can picnic or gather to celebrate together. If there are anglers in the group, they’ll want to bring some gear and spend some time at the pier. For groups looking for an adventure, try kayaking or even parasailing!

Spa Day

A staycation is all about getting away from the stress of everyday life and getting some much-needed R&R. There are several spas in the Gulf Shores area that are ready for to help you out with that total relaxation. Choose from services like mani/pedis, body wraps or scrubs, scalp treatments, and more. Some even offer special just-for-men services that cater to their unique needs.

Gulf Shores Getaway

When you and book a staycation getaway with Poole & Associates, you won’t be short on amazing activities to fill your time. Enjoy the water, lounge around your rental, or experience the myriad of other activities available to help build a Gulf Shores vacation that is uniquely yours with memories to last a lifetime. For an intimate stay, choose a one-bedroom unit, or bring a larger group and bring everyone together in one place when you book a four-bedroom unit. Savor the taste of home when you prepare a home-cooked meal in the unit’s fully equipped kitchen. Spread out in spacious living areas and private outdoor spaces like patios and balconies. Unwind in your own private bedroom or gather some snacks and enjoy your favorite movie or TV show together on a flat-screen TV.