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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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Planning your trip

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

Read Before You Go
Sunset in Gulf Shores Alabama
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
No, it’s not on the East or West Coast.
March 23, 2023 06:51 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
Gulf State Pier, the longest pier in the Gulf of Mexico
U.S. Beaches
5 Ways Alabama’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Reward Nature Lovers
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Montgomery, AL
Cities We Love
Little Cities That Think Big: 8 Forward-Thinking Destinations Across the U.S.
October 17, 2022 06:11 PM
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Elaine Glusac
Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail
Hiking + Cycling
Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail
February 25, 2022 01:59 PM
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Joseph Palmer
6 U.S. Cities With Powerful Murals That Show the Fight for Justice Never Stops
Art + Architecture
6 U.S. Cities With Powerful Murals That Show the Fight for Justice Never Stops
April 17, 2019 07:29 PM
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Maya Kroth
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
Restaurants + Cafés
Birmingham’s Food Scene Is Growing—Fast
The Southern city is carving out its place on the culinary map.
August 17, 2017 02:09 PM
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Anna Mazurek
History + Culture
Alabama’s National Lynching Memorial Takes Shape
The structure will contain the names of more than 4,000 lynching victims engraved on suspended concrete columns.
February 21, 2017 12:57 PM
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Matt Villano
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