This Year-round Beach Destination Was Named One of the Best in the U.S. for Its Emerald Waters and White Quartz Sand Here's why you should visit Gulf Shores, Alabama, on your next getaway.

As a Gulf Shores resident for almost 10 years, Kay Maghan, public relations manager at Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism, appreciates the area’s small-town vibe. She grew up in a small town on ...