Description: After reading about Gulf Shores, AL, in the news after major hurricanes struck the area, I always had the impression that few people lived there and that everything in the area was blown away. So, when I drove into Gulf Shores and found shopping centers and condominium high-rises on the shore, as well as beautiful beaches for as far as the eyes can see, I was quite surprised.
Gulf Shores feels like any major beach area. There are loads of restaurants to choose from and plenty of places to stay. When the weather is warm, expect the shores to be packed with people sunbathing and swimming. On my visit in late March, though, the weather was a bit chilly and the wind was blowing somewhat hard. But, besides that, there were a few hardcore beach-goers laying in the sun and in the water.
If the weather is not warm enough for swimming, a visit to the shore will not be without anything happening. Parasailers, water skiers, and kite fliers can be seen all around the area. The newly rebuilt boardwalks on the shore provide easy access to the water and sand. Simply park your car in any of the free lots, take off your shoes, and stroll along the shore.
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