ALABAMA TRAVEL NEWS

Tourism, Gulf Shores & Alabama Beaches: Travel News, Guides & Planning Tips

People often have a romanticized idea of how perfect the U.S. Virgin Islands can be, especially if all you see is a photo. The reality, in either Charlotte Amalie, the capital of St. Thomas, or Christiansted, the pretty town on St. Croix, on days that the big cruise ships are in port, is one of crowded streets and crowded... Full story »

  If you've been good this year and have been saving your money but you long for one last taste of the summer heat, this special is for you. Vacation Express, a great regional tour operator based in Atlanta, has a deal on a 5-star all-inclusive property in Cancun. Of course, all-inclusive means that once you get  there you... Full story »

With 7 days in Sorrento we had plenty of time to schedule day trips to differnent destinations and in different directions. Since our first full day was sunny and mild, we decided to take the ferry to Capri and visit the famous Blue Grotto. This is definitely a memorable experience but I only recommend it if you don't mind... Full story »

I always plan one spectacular vacation and plan it almost a year in advance! This year that trip was to Italy and the Amalfi coast. By mid-October most of the crowds have gone home and, although the occasional ship may be in port, there are no long lines for most attractions. The weather was perfect and because we had a... Full story »

Gatlinburg kicks off its holiday light display with a chili cookoff on Wednesday evening.  Full story »

New Orleans has always had a lot to offer and as a cruise port it can't be beat. For most of us living in the southeast, you can either fly or drive and the French Quarter offers a whole range of hotel possibilities that can extend a cruise vacation and at very affordable rates. You can enjoy Creole cuisine and... Full story »

Caravan Tours has been a leader in offering affordable tours since 1952. Their tours include destinations in Latin America and the US as well as tours on both the east and west coast of Canada. On a Caravan Tour in Latin America you will stay in nice hotels and receive all meals, all activities, a great itinerary, airport transfers... Full story »

A lavish new resort is one of the world's largest wildlife sanctuaries. Desert Islands Resort & Spa is set on a beautiful natural island just off the coast of the Abu Dhabi emirate in the Arabian Gulf. This retreat has great food, a state-of-the-art spa, tennis courts an infinity pool and a game reserve on your doorstep. At this... Full story »

For the fourth year in a row the One & Only Palmilla Resort has been named the best resort in Mexico by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine. This is but one of the awards they have received and it is well deserved. This resort is located in Los Cabos, Mexico. This area, on the tip of Baja, California,... Full story »

For over 38 years Pacific Delight Tours has been a premier tour operator to Asia. It offers educational, cultural and enriching tours to China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan and India. The tour groups are smaller, fully escorted and locally guided so that you can enjoy the history, culture and beauty of your destination. The tour Historic Cities &... Full story »

The Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge will host free guided walking and boat tours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Guided hikes will be held on the three-mile Pine Beach Trail, which cuts through maritime forest, scrub habitat and dunes. Refuge officials have suggested meeting at either the sanctuary's office or the trailhead on Fort Morgan Road near... Full story »

Now that the crush is over and there are fewer tour buses, you could really make the most of a short journey to California's wine country. Flights to San Francisco should be available as long as you avoid Thanksgiving week and then a rental car can quickly get you to both Napa and Sonoma. The Silverado Resort, Napa Valley is... Full story »

The Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa is the premier location for a dream Ha waiian vacation. Situated on Kaanapali Beach, it has a long beachfront but it is situated at the dramatic point at which the legendary Black Rock of Kaanapali meets the ocean. This hotel is home to hopeless romantics,  honeymooners and fun-seeking families. And when you stay... Full story »

High Hampton Inn offers deals in October.  Full story »

St. Lucia is a teardrop-shaped island that blends sunlight, sea and Caribbean chic. Most of the year the prices seem out of sight but for a very limited time you can catch a deal at an all-inclusive 4 1/2 star resort.   WIndjammer Landing is set within 60 lush tropical acres that cascade down to a white sand crescent beach.... Full story »