Alabama Holidays

Alabama at a Glance

Nestled in America’s Deep South, Alabama is a land full of scenic beauty and cultural intrigue. It is a land of stark historical contrasts. Rugged Alabama is home to some 22 million acres of forest, perfect for hiking and camping, while the shores of the Gulf Coast provide breathtaking vistas of white sands and awe inspiring emerald waters.

You’ll love Alabama if....

• You want a varied adventure in the heart of the Cotton State.
• You want to learn about American history.
• You love the outdoors.

Explore Alabama

• Those on a cultural visit will find hundreds of museums that chronicle everything from the struggle for civil rights right through to natural history and local arts. Historical tours of Montgomery, the first capital of confederacy, and reconstructed the Native American villages which are sure to whet the appetite of any history buff.
• The beauty of Alabama’s wild outdoors is as rugged as it is unforgettable. The state is home to vast rolling forests, majestic lakes, soaring mountains, pristine beaches and an incredible wildlife population which, for those inclined to a spot of bird watching is home to 414 wild bird species.
• Be sure to visit the Cheeha State Park, the highest point in the state, while the Scenic River Trails will take you through network of rivers and creeks showing off some of the best kept secrets in Alabama.
• Music fans will already know that much of America’s country, blues and rock music comes from the state and will be glad to know that Alabama’s world renowned live music is still a large part of the way of life. Vibrant Birmingham is a great place to start for musos.

Why an Alabama Holiday?

Alabama is home to a plethora of attractions including an unprecedented amount of outdoor activities, with vast mountains, lakes and forests. It is a cultural hub with its links to its confederate past and as the birthplace of the civil rights movement it is steeped in American history.

• If you’re traveling with the family then stop off at one the states science museums where you can get up close with a space shuttle, learn about the solar system and get back to nature at one of the many environmental education centers.
• Music fans will already know that much of America’s country, blues and rock music comes from the state and will be glad to know that Alabama’s world renowned live music is still a large part of the way of life.
• The bountiful wilds of Alabama are open territory meaning that hundreds of miles of green terrain, beaches, mountains and cities are free to explore for the budding adventurer.

For inspiration on places to stay in Alabama, take a look at 3 Alabama hotels.