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Published 02/17/2010 - 12:14 p.m. CST

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Endless uncrowded beach

Two privately owned beach rentals are available for family fun on the sugar white sands of Fort Morgan, Alabama. Be a part of the family fun at beautiful Gulf Shores Plantation for Spring Break and Summer Vacation. The resort offers the things you have come to expect from resorts, except for the crowds.

Published 01/18/2010 - 8:22 a.m. CST

There’s a new Internet site for those looking to vacation along the sugar white beaches and rolling dunes of the Alabama Gulf Coast . . . Dauphin Island has launched its new web site.

Created by HomeSpun Websites, www.dauphinislandcoc.com was designed under the direction of the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce.  “Dauphin Island has redesigned the website to be more visual, informative and easier to maneuver,” said Chamber President David Graves. 

Published 11/13/2009 - 7:38 a.m. CST

(South Padre Island) -- Tickets are now available online for the 5th Annual South Padre Island Invitational Basketball Tournament slated for Nov. 27-28 at the SPI Convention Centre, and Island officials are urging fans to make hotel reservations now. On Nov. 27, the Round three lineup will feature Bethune-Cookman University vs. Longwood University (noon); the University of Tennessee -- Chattanooga vs. the University of Texas-Pan American (2:30 p.m.); Mississippi State University vs. the University of Richmond (5 p.m.); and the University of Missouri-Columbia vs. Old Dominion University (7 p.m.). Round four games will be played on Nov. 28 at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.


Published 07/09/2009 - 9:05 a.m. CST

Denver, CO - ? Lava lamps, tie dye and G.I. Joe?s are not usually found at the check in desk of most hotels, but those memories and more are part of a one-of-a-kind celebration taking place this summer at select Sage Hospitality hotels across the country as the company celebrates the 40th anniversary of the ?Summer of ?69.? From July 1 to September 30, 2009, Sage looks back with a variety of special offers including $69 room rates, $6.90 suite upgrades, $6.90 entrees, $.69 beers and $69 massages (all where applicable.)


Published 05/27/2009 - 6:45 a.m. CST

A trip to Dauphin Island, Alabama is to ramble back to the way vacations used to be. 

Though only minutes from the city life of nearby Mobile,  the Island’s uninterrupted stretches of white, sun-washed beaches and lush maritime forests are miles from the stresses of everyday life.

Published 10/13/2008 - 9:12 a.m. CST

Are you and your partner in need of a romantic getaway? If you are, you may want to take the time to examine Maui. Maui is known as a popular vacation destination, as well as a popular destination for romantic getaways. With the beauty of the island, as well as a lot of fun, romantic things to do and see, achieving romance on your next Maui trip shouldn’t be a problem.

Published 10/10/2008 - 7:12 a.m. CST

Captain Mike Thierry
Captain Mike Thierry says flounder and bull reds are biting this fall at Dauphin Island
The summer beach crowd may be gone for another year, but the fish are still there in big numbers ready to challenge the most seasoned angler at Dauphin Island, Alabama.
Published 10/06/2008 - 9:03 a.m. CST

Looking for a unique travel idea that travel industry insiders say is the modern-day counterpart of a 20th century steamship cruise? You might want to try rail cruising, which pairs enthusiastic travelers with classic luxury trains riding the rails through some of America's most beautiful countryside.
Published 10/02/2008 - 1:00 a.m. CST

The Caribbean is a wonderful destination with some of the worlds best beaches, exotic foods and secluded islands. Below we look at 5 places worth visiting in the Caribbean.


Published 11/12/2009 - 7:38 a.m. CST

The wind swirled and the rain fell on Dauphin Island as tropical storm Ida blew on shore earlier this week, but the little island getaway at the mouth of Mobile Bay shrugged it off and is ready for visitors.


Published 06/09/2009 - 7:04 a.m. CST

Mexico Welcomes Funjet Vacations 500 Club Travel Agents

Milwaukee, WI - The Mexico Tourist Board and Funjet Vacations welcomed the prestigious Funjet Vacations 500 Club May 28-31, 2009 at the El Dorado Seaside Suites in Cancun, Mexico. The appreciation trip was strategically held in Mexico to give agents valuable, first-hand experience in the area.

Published 10/18/2008 - 6:44 a.m. CST

Dauphin Island Campground
Dauphin Island campground
Snowbirds from as far as Canada are migrating to Dauphin Island, Alabama earlier than usual this season.  No one is sure whether it’s the white, sun-bleached beach or the laid back pace of the Island, but they’re coming just the same. 
Published 10/12/2008 - 4:00 a.m. CST

Do you have to travel by air in the near future? If you do, are you a pet owner who needs to bring your pet along with you? Although most of us leave our pets at home, you may not want to do so or your purpose for travel may be to move, as opposed to taking a fun filled vacation.

Published 10/10/2008 - 4:00 a.m. CST

Mexico is a popular destination for weekend or week-long vacations. It offers a change of pace and is just a quick flight away. If you are planning a trip to Mexico, there are several ways that you can cut costs. In fact, if you follow several of these tips, you may even be able to extend your vacation because of the money you've saved.

Published 10/06/2008 - 8:58 a.m. CST

A Costa Rica Vacation Package is something to be thought about very carefully, even if you have never considered Costa Rica before as a vacation destination.

Published 10/01/2008 - 1:00 a.m. CST

Dauphin Island
When the sun goes down on Dauphin Island, the real “night life” begins for the Island’s ghostly residents.

Early French explorers originally dubbed it Massacre Island for the mounds of sun-bleached bones that they found there. What they didn’t realize was that they had disturbed a sacred Native American burial ground that is rumored to be watched over by supernatural specters at night.