Royal Red Shrimp - Found in the cold, deep waters of the gulf, for shrimp lovers Royal Reds are the King of Shrimp. These succulent morsels are not to be wasted on mere cocktail sauce -- one needs butter -- lots and lots of LEMON BUTTER. They are quick frozen in salted water, so do not add salt to your water.--Read More

Blue Angels - Pensacola is home base for the Blue Angels -- the death defying, precision flying team of the US Navy. If you are an early bird, you can watch the Blues practice (weather permitting) every Tuesday and Wednesday at the Museum of Naval Aviation. They usually sign autographs in the museum on Wednesday after the practice. While inside the museum, check out "Homefront USA - Mainstreet" (Vintage Harley Davidson) and the South Pacific Marine Hut (a haircut is 15 cents). You can also ride in a simulator and see the Naval Hall of Fame. Best of all -- it's FREE ! Call 850-452-2583. ONE OF FLORIDA'S TOP 10 ATTRACTIONS--Read More   

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - During the hurricane Ivan coverage, did you see Anderson Cooper sneaking peeks over his shoulder for Chucky the man eating alligator? Did you watch "The Little Zoo That Could" on Animal Planet? Well Chucky's home is "The Little Zoo That Could" and it is in the heart of Gulf Shores. Call 251-968-5731 -- Open 7 days a week from 9 to 4. 
New at the zoo! Baby Bengal tigers. Be at the Gulf Coast Zoo at 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM to see these adorable cubs play and feed. For $25.00 the zoo offers a private child/tiger encounter at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 3:PM. Adult price is $ 50.00 Children must be over three years of age. Children 4-10 must be accompanied by a parent. Reservations are required. You may also be lucky if, Vinny, a baby Capuchin monkey, makes an appearance. Clue ladies, Vinny just loves lady's perfume! Phone 251-968-5731.--Read More

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Burris Farmer's Market - Burris Farm Market is a favorite of both local and returning guests. Most regular guests stop on the way too and, again, on returning home. Vegetables (best are marked "Burris Grown"), local honey, flowers, and, best of all, the BAKERY. In strawberry season, don't miss the strawberry shortcake. On all their shortcakes, Burris uses REAL shortcake-not the wimpy sponge cake most of all have to resort to because of time and supply. The blackberry shortcake is tart, as it should be, and the apple dumplings are just like my mother made. Burris's key lime pie is the only concoction mentioned in "Southern Living" found outside of the state of Florida. Enough typing- I'm going to Burris's Farm Market.--Read More

FloraBama - "The Last Great American Road House", Florabama is located right on the state lines of Alabama and Florida. Known for good times, live music, the Mullet Toss and Songwriters festival,  Florabama has endured through the hurricanes and is still going strong.--Read More

Thunder On the Gulf - Every August the Gulf Coast Powerboat Association hosts Thunder on the Gulf. Come watch the biggest, fastest, and largest powerboats in the world! These boats are up to 50 feet long and can reach 170 mph ! The boats have up to 4 engines that are capable of producing over 4800 horsepower total.

Moe's Original Barbeque - Moe's Original Barbeque is located in Orange Beach just east of the Winn-Dixie Shopping Center in a yellow building that is back a bit from the road.--Read More

The Grape Escape Deli & Wine Cellar - Located in the Winn Dixie Shopping Center in Orange beach, A Grape Escape Deli & Wine Cellar offers fresh, homemade food and a large selection of wines.--Read More

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Ginny Lane Bar & Grill - Located at The Wharf in Orange Beach.--Read More

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Tootie Green's Yellow Broom - See why this local boutique/gift shop in Orange Beach is one of our favorites!--Read More

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