Reviewed by: Sharron Swain
Hot air balloon festival + more family-friendly events await—plan your Gulf Coast vacay now
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I love everything about Alabama—the restaurants, the people, you name it.
I also love how it’s home to beautiful, sandy-white beaches that stretch across miles of the Gulf Coast.
If you’re itching for a vacation and need local recommendations, we’ve got you covered.
Check out some family-friendly events in Gulf Shores and must-see beach condos with Crye Leike Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals.
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