Choosing when to visit Dauphin Island isn’t just about finding good weather – it’s about aligning your travel dates with your interests, budget, and tolerance for crowds. Whether you’re a birder seeking rare migrants, a family looking for perfect...
For more than 60 years, the Dauphin Island Bridge has served as the vital lifeline connecting Alabama’s barrier island paradise to the mainland. This engineering marvel, officially known as the Gordon Persons Bridge, spans 3.5 miles across the Mississippi Sound...
The short answer: Dauphin Island costs 20-40% less than Gulf Shores or Orange Beach for comparable accommodations and dining. A family of four can enjoy a week-long beach vacation for $2,000-3,500, depending on season and choices, while couples can manage a long...
On the morning of August 5, 1864, Admiral David Glasgow Farragut lashed himself to the rigging of the USS Hartford and uttered what would become the U.S. Navy’s most famous battle cry: “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!” This dramatic moment...
For more than three centuries, Dauphin Island has stood as Alabama’s first line of defense against Gulf hurricanes. This 14-mile barrier island has been split in half, completely submerged, rebuilt, and reshaped countless times by tropical cyclones. Yet it...
