Turkey Tastes Best On The Gulf

Turkey tastes best on the gulf. After all, you'll not find better seafood anywhere, so why risk running afoul at Thanksgiving? Season your bird with the extra sea salt and your family and friends will gobble it all up.  Of course, you'll be needing a proper kitchen than can handle bird basting and all the sides. We have more than a gravy boat full of cottages, condos, duplexes and beach homes. You'll find perfect kitchens with all the features of home. The cooks of your family can shop locally and cook the family a homemade Thanksgiving dinner. Get those family recipes ready and sit down with the whole group and celebrate the holiday in style, then head down to the beach to watch the sunset!

The crowds have died down and the temperatures and weather are cooler, mild and perfect for a vacation to our white sands spot on the Gulf Coast. In addition to hosting your holiday feasts, Gulf Shores is a cornucopia of festive things to do that are both adventurous and restful.

1. Tee Off

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer some of the top rated golf courses in the area and the nation. The golfer in your family will enjoy courses like Kiva Dunes and the Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club. A perfect rest from the family, the club swinger in your group can get away from the family for a morning or afternoon and shoot for that eagle or hole in one. 

2. Shop Till You Drop!

Shopping can help you work up an appetite for a big holiday meal and then the holiday sales events will give you an excuse to walk some of it off. We encourage you to experience some of our favorites like Geez Louise Boutique, The Royal Standard, and Tallulah's Treasure By The Sea.

3. Relax, Relate, Release

Especially on holidays, relaxation is key. Pamper yourself with a spa day or a massage. From pedicures and manicures to facials and massages, there are plenty of options to pamper yourself and relax. Ocean Nails and Spa, Eden Spa & Salon LLC are great for cosmetic services and Austin Massage and Hands On Healing are waiting to pamper you with a massage.

4. Burn That Holiday Dinner Off

We all want to burn those calories off and to keep fit right? Even on holidays with lots of eating, there are options to trim down that belly and burn off those dinner calories. Whether running a 5K or even a half marathon is your speed or hiking local trails tickles your fancy, those options are waiting for you. Take a hike along the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail with 28 miles of beautiful hiking trails. Soak up the local flora and fauna during your Thanksgiving trip.

So, as you can see, turkey really does taste best on the gulf. Reserve your favorite vacation rental from our onlline collection. Give us a call at (251) 292-3200 or email us at stay@coastalviewvacations.com and we'll help you plan your stay. It's Thanksgiving. Be our guests for the holiday!