Gulf Coast Area Guide

Discover the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast

Soft white sand, sparkling Gulf waters and laid-back coastal communities make the Gulf Coast a favorite place to slow down, reconnect and enjoy life by the water. From the lively beach towns of Alabama to the barrier islands of Northwest Florida, every stretch of shoreline offers its own way to vacation.

Pointe South Vacation Rentals welcomes guests to some of the most memorable destinations along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast, including Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Perdido Key and Pensacola Beach, with a growing presence that also reaches toward Navarre Beach.

Spend your days swimming in the Gulf, casting a line, exploring coastal trails, sharing fresh seafood or simply settling into a beach chair with nowhere else to be. Whether your ideal getaway is filled with family attractions and entertainment or quiet mornings surrounded by dunes and sea oats, there is a Gulf Coast destination that fits.

Find Your Place on the Gulf Coast

No two Gulf Coast beach communities feel exactly alike. Some put restaurants, attractions and entertainment within easy reach. Others invite you to trade a full itinerary for long walks, natural shoreline and peaceful evenings.

Explore each destination below to find the setting that feels right for your next beach vacation.

Pensacola Beach

Island beaches with history, dining and downtown Pensacola nearby.

Orange Beach

Boating, fishing, waterfront fun and Gulf-front resorts.

Gulf Shores

Classic family beach vacations with attractions, dining and outdoor adventures.

Perdido Key

A laid-back barrier island known for natural shoreline and relaxed resort stays.

Navarre

A peaceful Northwest Florida escape for beach days and outdoor recreation.

Fort Morgan

Quiet beaches, coastal nature and a slower side of Alabama's Gulf Coast.

Choose Your Gulf Coast Vacation Style

One of the best things about vacationing along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast is having so many different ways to experience the coast. Your perfect destination may depend less on which beach is most beautiful and more on how you want to spend your time once you arrive.

Family Fun & Plenty to Do

For families who like to mix beach time with attractions, restaurants and outdoor adventures, Gulf Shores is a natural place to start. Pensacola Beach also makes it easy to combine days on the island with dining, history and more to explore across the bay in Pensacola.

Nature & the Outdoors

The Gulf Coast is about much more than the shoreline. Protected coastal areas, trails, waterways and wildlife habitats offer plenty of reasons to explore beyond your beach chair. Perdido Key, Fort Morgan and Gulf Shores are especially appealing when outdoor recreation is part of the plan.

Quiet Beaches
& a Slower Pace

For travelers who would happily trade a packed itinerary for more space and quieter beach days, Fort Morgan and Navarre Beach offer a more relaxed Gulf Coast experience.

Boating, Fishing &
Life on the Water

If getting out on the water is high on your vacation list, look toward Orange Beach and Perdido Key. Boating, fishing, paddling and other coastal adventures are a big part of the experience in these neighboring communities.

White sand and warm Gulf waters connect the communities along Alabama and Northwest Florida, but every beach day can feel a little different depending on where you go.

You can stay close to restaurants and activities in Gulf Shores or Pensacola Beach, seek out the natural shoreline around Perdido Key, enjoy a quieter day along the Fort Morgan Peninsula or slow things down even further around Navarre Beach. Orange Beach puts beautiful Gulf beaches close to boating, fishing and waterfront attractions.

Whether you are looking for a family-friendly place to spend the entire day, a peaceful stretch of sand for a morning walk or a beach close to your vacation rental, knowing the character of each area can help you choose where to go.

Our Gulf Coast Beaches Guide will bring together some of the top beaches and beach areas across the destinations we serve, along with helpful information for planning your day by the water.

There is no shortage of ways to fill a Gulf Coast vacation once you are ready to venture beyond the sand.

Spend a morning fishing, take the family on a dolphin cruise, paddle through coastal waterways or explore the parks and natural areas that protect some of the region's most beautiful landscapes. Travelers can also discover local history, family attractions, shopping, entertainment and plenty of places to enjoy the scenery at a slower pace.

The options change as you travel from Alabama into Northwest Florida. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach put vacationers close to a wide variety of attractions and water activities, while Fort Morgan offers a quieter mix of history and nature. Perdido Key is surrounded by opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, and Pensacola Beach pairs island recreation with everything waiting just across the bay in Pensacola.

That variety makes it easy to plan a trip around what your family loves most, or simply decide what sounds good once you get here.

A Gulf Coast getaway does not have to mean choosing between the beach and the golf course. Coastal Alabama and Northwest Florida give golfers plenty of opportunities to fit a round into their vacation while keeping the Gulf close by.

Courses around Gulf Shores and Orange Beach make Alabama's beach communities a popular home base for golf trips, while options continue east toward Perdido Key and Pensacola. Guests staying in Perdido Key can even find vacation rentals within Lost Key Golf & Beach Club, combining resort-style accommodations with convenient access to the course.

Our upcoming Gulf Coast Golf Guide will make it easier to compare golf courses throughout the region, find options close to each destination and plan a vacation with plenty of time for both tee times and beach time.

The right place to stay makes it easier to enjoy the Gulf Coast your way.

Choose a beachfront vacation rental when waking up close to the sand is the priority, spread out in a beach house with family and friends or enjoy pools and other shared amenities at one of the area's popular condo resorts.

Pointe South Vacation Rentals offers professionally managed vacation rentals across Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Perdido Key and Pensacola Beach, giving guests options on both the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast. Browse by destination, rental type or resort to find the setting that fits your next trip.

BEACHFRONT VACATION RENTALS

Wake up close to the Gulf and keep beach days just steps from home.

BEACH HOUSES

Enjoy extra space for families, groups and relaxed days together.

CONDOS

Pair the comforts of a vacation rental with convenient community amenities.

GULF COAST RESORTS

Explore popular resort communities throughout Alabama & Northwest Florida.

From lively beach towns to peaceful barrier islands, the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast gives every traveler a different reason to return.

Come for long days beside the Gulf, family adventures, fishing trips, golf getaways or simply a few mornings when there is nowhere you need to be. Explore the coast, find the destination that feels like your kind of vacation and settle in with Pointe South Vacation Rentals.