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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
As on all vacations, make sure that you are always aware of your surroundings...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
History 
Gulf Shores is southeast of Mobile in Alabama. One of the first things you'll...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Neighborhoods 
Enjoying a beachside holiday: Gulf Shores vs. Orange Beach First, as everything...
Last edited: 08 June 2006
Tourist Board Info 
For tourist information on the Gulf Shores you can call 1-800-745-SAND or email...
Last edited: 09 July 2008
Weather & When to Go 
There is really no bad time to visit Gulf Shores, the weather permits many...
Last edited: 11 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
If you're driving you can easily get to Gulf Shores from some major Southern...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Renting a car in Gulf Shores is probably the best way to get around, unless you...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Fairhope, AL - Wonderful Day trip from Gulf Shores  Fairhope, Alabama...
Last edited: 11 January 2009
Family Travel 
The Gulf Shores is a popular resort destination and a great place to take your...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Shopping 
Shopping in Gulf Shores is generally limited to beach and surf shops, apparel...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Sports & Activities 
Most people go to the Gulf Shores for the beaches, but there are other things...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Beaches 
Gulf Shores' beaches are really clean, the water is not as pretty as a place...
Last edited: 01 October 2006
Places to Workout 
Phy-sique Fitness Great place to work out while on vacation.  Excellent...
Last edited: 06 August 2008
Cypress Bend at Craft Farms 
Craft Farms golf courses are definitely in the "must play" category while...
Last edited: 29 October 2007
Fort Morgan Historic Site 
A visit is a great way to spend the afternoon but it can be a little spooky...
Last edited: 03 August 2008
Waterville USA 
Waterville is a great place for families with kids of all ages. Big variety  of...
Last edited: 30 March 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
The City of Gulf shores offers a wide variety of cuisines to satisfy every...
Last edited: 10 June 2006
DE Soto's Seafood Kitchen 
Wonderful atmosphere, great food and easy on the wallet!
Last edited: 01 July 2006
Lulu's At Homeport 
Created by Lucy Buffett aka "LuLu", sister of famous music legend Jimmy...
Last edited: 14 June 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: 06 March 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: 31 July 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: 26 May 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: 22 July 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: 08 August 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: 07 March 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: 24 October 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: 27 April 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: 06 December 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
Last edited: 20 July 2009
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: 04 April 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
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