Leave your worries at home and escape to Alabama’s 32 miles of beaches with your best gal pals for a relaxing trip focused on mindfulness, health, and overall well-being. Whether you’re a busy working bee or someone who just needs some TLC, finding time to rest is rare. But, lucky for you, we have just the medicine here in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Relax and reset with your girls and try these rejuvenating activities.
1. Soak Up Some Vitamin Sea
Initiate feelings of peace by enjoying the turquoise colors of the Gulf water and the sounds of the waves lapping against the shore. All it takes is just a few minutes in the sand for you to let loose and let go. Start your getaway the right way by relaxing on the sugar-white beaches of Alabama and soaking up the sun.
Bring your favorite book to read by the shore, or pack a lunch and a blanket for a beachside meal. For a real treat, book a waterfront picnic with Southern Charm Picnic and enjoy a picturesque lunch or dinner.
2. Bend (Don’t Break) on the Beach
A wellness-focused vacation on the Alabama Gulf Coast would not be complete without a yoga class on our beaches. During the spring and summer, Glow Yoga offers outdoor classes at various locations. They also offer private yoga sessions where they’ll come to your accommodations, set up mats, and lead you through a relaxing yet powerful flow. If one class isn’t enough, you can purchase a traveling yogi package at their studio.
If you want to make the workout more of a social event, book a group exercise class with Moxie Lifestyle Fitness Studio at The Wharf. From spin and TRX to barre and yoga, they can personalize a workout routine for your group. Not only that, mimosas, fresh-pressed juices, and snacks can be added as well.
3. Get Reacquainted with Nature
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach boast comfortable temperatures all year-round, meaning there is never a bad time to get outside and explore our natural offerings. From the paved walkways on the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail to the various terrains found at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, your crew has several options to get outdoors and bask in nature. Bring your bikes and hit the trails in Gulf State Park, or take advantage of the park’s free bike-sharing program.
If you’re looking to hit the water, try paddleboarding or kayaking and explore the peaceful back bays of the area. After you’ve all finished your outdoor adventures, head over to one of our local coffee shops, sip on a latte (or two), and share your experiences.
4. Fill Your Stomachs and Hearts
Nothing feeds our souls more than sitting down for a delicious meal with the people who mean the most to us. Whether your group wants smoothie bowls overflowing with fruit, charcuterie and vino, or a full-course meal packed with fresh Gulf seafood, you all can fill your hearts as you fill your bellies with wholesome, nourishing delights at any of the incredible restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
5. Cruise the Waves
Spend a relaxing evening exploring our waterways with a sunset cruise. Choose from a peaceful sailing excursion, a fun tiki cruise, or a relaxing hammock tour. If you’re looking for something a little more extravagant, opt for a trip on a luxury charter and sip a glass of wine as you watch the sunset over the waves.
