Gulf Coast Blog
Sea Turtle Awareness ~ The Southern Scoop’s Beach Tip of the Month
Sea Turtle Awareness ~ The Southern Scoop's Beach Tip of the Month Thank you for doing your part by reading the Southern Scoop’s Beach Tip of the Month - sea turtle awareness! The Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) is an oceanic turtle distributed throughout the world. These beautiful creatures are found in the Pacific, [...]
Fort Walton Beach is the Place to be this Spring!
Spring Break Vacation in Fort Walton Beach ~ Southern Vacation Rentals If you've never visited the slice of paradise that is Fort Walton Beach, then you're truly missing out! This historic Florida town sits adjacent to Okaloosa Island, where millions of families flock year after year. Once you hear the call of the waves [...]
Hike Along the Gulf Coast
Hiking Trails in 30A, Panama City Beach, Perdido Key, and Gulf Shores ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Spring is right around the corner, and we can definitely sense it here on the Gulf Coast. Daylight Savings Time made itself known yesterday with longer days and now that the weather is warmer, we can't wait for [...]
So You’re Looking to Hire a Property Manager…
Four Questions to Ask a Vacation Rental Property Manager ~ Southern Vacation Rentals When it comes to finding the right vacation rental property manager, we understand that this can be a tough decision. If you live in an area where property management companies are on every corner, then weeding out the right one can [...]
What’s Happening This Spring?
Spring Events on the Gulf Coast ~ Southern Vacation Rentals You would not believe all of the exciting things happening on the Gulf Coast this spring! From food and wine festivals to fishing tournaments, something exciting is happening at every turn. Whether you're visiting for spring break or a local looking to add a [...]
Southern Shrimp & Grits ~ The Southern Scoop’s Featured Recipe of the Month
Southern Shrimp & Grits ~ The Southern Scoop's Featured Recipe of the Month Welcome back to the Southern Scoop's Featured Recipe of the Month! This time around, we're bringing you our classic Southern Shrimp & Grits Recipe. If you've spent any time in the South, then you'll know two things: we love shrimp, and we [...]
Road Trips 101 ~ The Southern Scoop’s Travel Tip of the Month
Road Trips 101 ~ The Southern Scoop's Travel Tip of the Month Start off your next vacation on the right foot with the Southern Scoop's Travel Tip of the Month: Road Trips 101. Nothing puts the "brakes" on a fun-filled trip to the beach with your family worse than a vehicle issue. A few [...]
Where to Stay for Spring Break
Where to Stay for Spring Break ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Spring break is fast approaching, and reservations are filling up! There are just a few weeks left to secure your spot on the sand. If you haven't booked your vacation rental yet, don't worry, as there are still options for you to choose from. [...]
Beachfront Weddings in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Beachfront Weddings in Gulf Shores, Alabama~ Southern Vacation Rentals We've written before about how the Destin Bay House is one of our favorite places to get married in Destin, Florida, but there are so many other great places to say "I do" as well! We offer a small selection of homes for events in [...]
Qualities to Look for in a Property Manager
What to Look for in a Property Manager ~ The Business Blog ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Are you're a property owner who's been shopping around for a manager? Then consider this the unofficial guide for what to look for in a property manager. Picking the right property manager is key, as this person is [...]
A Romantic Valentine’s Day Vacation
Plan Your Gulf Coast Valentine's Day Vacation ~ Southern Vacation Rentals There are just three days left until Valentine's Day! If you're falling in line with tradition, then you'll likely want to do dinner, chocolates; something special. However, don't you think it's time to switch it up? This year, don't join the hordes of [...]
Snowbirds – Will We See You in 2020?
2020 Snowbird Rentals ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Snowbirds - will we see you in 2020? Beat the migration and book your favorite Gulf Coast vacation rental before you return to the snow. It may be February but we still have mild weather, lots of sunshine, and better yet - no ice, no snow, and [...]
Beach Safety Tips ~ By Southern
Beach Safety Tips ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Welcome to the beach! Let's start your vacation off with our beach safety tips. Maybe this is your first time traveling to the Gulf Coast or maybe your first time to the beach ever. You've heard about beach safety, marine wildlife, or sunburn so bad you can [...]
Group Travel in Gulf Shores
Things to do in Gulf Shores, Alabama ~ Southern Vacation Rentals Are you planning a group getaway to Gulf Shores this year? This exciting slice of coastal paradise on Alabama's Gulf Coast offers no shortage of fun. From local color at iconic restaurants to classic Gulf Shores landmarks and everything in between, this is [...]
Kayak Across the Gulf Coast
Where to Kayak in Pensacola, Destin, and More ~ Southern Vacation Rentals With spring break right around the corner, it's time to start planning the activities for your beach getaway! If you're an adventure traveler, then you'll want to dive into the fun right away. Fortunately, during spring break, the weather is beautiful and [...]