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Alabama

Alabama captivates travelers with its storied past, soulful music, and genuine Southern charm. From the bustling streets of Montgomery to the serene shores of Lake Martin, come here to explore the state’s complex history, southern cuisine, and scenic beauty.

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Overview

Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip to Alabama.

READ BEFORE YOU GO
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Where to Travel Next
The Most Charming Small Town in Every U.S. State
Keep the country’s 250th birthday celebrations going by visiting the best small town in every state and Puerto Rico.
August 25, 2026 07:22 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
Orange Beach, Alabama in July
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State Is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
August 2, 2026 01:38 PM
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Tom Burson
Join Mount Vernon for an evening of family-friendly fun and fireworks choreographed to holiday music. Take a stroll through the estate while being serenaded by local choirs, visit with re-enactors from the First Virginia Regiment in winter encampment and learn 18th-century dance moves from the costumed guides in the Greenhouse. Virginia Tourism Corporation, www.Virginia.org
America 250
Tall Ships, Immigrant Stories, and an Epic Cookout: America 250 Celebrations in the South
June 23, 2026 07:26 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
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Where to Travel Next
8 Summer Trips to Book Right Now, From the Solar Eclipse to World Pride
March 9, 2026 03:14 PM
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Scott Hocker
City Park in New Orleans with palm trees and other trees dripping with mossy coverings situated around a pond with a footbridge crossing over it
Trending News
This Scenic Coastal Amtrak Route Connecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, Is Finally Back, After 20 Years
August 14, 2025 06:08 PM
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Taryn Shorr-McKee
HOTELS
A large silver sculpture entitled 'Strike' by Hank Willis Thomas that features one arm holding another that wields a baton situated among trees in the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
Hotel News + Openings
This New Alabama Hotel Will Connect Visitors to the Powerful Black History Legacy Sites of Montgomery
The Equal Justice Initiative, the nonprofit organization behind Montgomery’s National Memorial for Peace and Justice, is now opening the Elevation Convening Center and Hotel.
March 14, 2025 05:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
The lobby of JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Art + Architecture
Engage with Compelling Art at These Top Southern Hotels
From Savannah, Georgia, to Birmingham, Alabama, immerse yourself in inspiring art collections at these hotels and then explore the thriving creative scene of each destination.
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RESOURCES TO HELP PLAN YOUR TRIP
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beach Getaways
Pack your sunscreen, sunglasses, and something to read, and get ready to discover your next favorite beach.
June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Where to Go in Winter
10 Best Places to Travel in February
Make your February rowdy, restful, or a little of both with trips to these destinations.
December 18, 2025 07:52 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Art + Architecture
Step Back in Time at These 12 Frank Lloyd Wright Houses Across the USA
Although he became famous for designing public works like the Guggenheim Museum, the American architect’s bread and butter was building private homes.
July 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Road Trips
7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views
Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.
June 17, 2025 01:52 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Where to Go in Summer
10 Best Places in the U.S. for Summer Travel
Ten places for the perfect summer vacation.
March 19, 2025 04:05 PM
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Mark Ellwood
Festivals + Events
The Best Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras, From Alabama to Rio de Janeiro
There’s no party like a New Orleans party, but a bunch of other cities throw unmissable bashes too.
January 23, 2025 12:24 PM
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Jenny Adams
History + Culture
5 Black History Landmarks in the U.S. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
There’s plenty of Black history in the buildings and streets around you—if you know where to look.
June 17, 2024 04:28 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Outdoor Adventure
12 Reasons Alabama Beaches Are Perfect for Families
Alabama’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer everything you need for a family-friendly vacation.
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Outdoor Adventure
Why This Under-the-Radar Coastal Paradise Makes the Ultimate Spring Getaway
The spring break of your dreams is closer than you realized on Alabama’s beaches.
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Art + Culture
In Gee’s Bend, Alabama, Women Are Quilting for Change
A new generation of Gee’s Bend quilters are stitching to uplift their community.
October 23, 2023 12:36 PM
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Zoey Goto
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