Balloon Festival

So the 6th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming up on Friday, June 18th (it goes until the 20th). I absolutely love this festival. First of all, there are like 45 balloons floating around the sky, which is almost surreal to see.

But there’s more involved than just the balloons: live entertainment, arts and crafts, and, my personal favorite, a Frisbee dog show. And I heard that this year they’re adding to the fun in the sky with an event that will involve 60 airborne kites throughout the day. So fun!

You can click here to learn more about this family-friendly event.

I Feel a Shopping Spree Coming On....

Ok, beach season is right around the corner, and I desperately need to go shopping. No way can I be seen on the beaches of Gulf Shores in the same clothes as last year!

I have two favorite places for summer shopping. The first is the Tanger Outlet Center in Foley. They have everything—brand name merchandise and discounted prices. That’s just a magical combination.

My other favorite shopping spot is SanRoc Cay, particularly the swimwear boutique—it’s the perfect place to find a stylish new swimsuit! Lots of other cool clothing stores, too.

All of you out-of-towners should check out Brett/Robinson’s list of shopping spots. Book a stay at one of their properties, too—they’re really close to all the shopping action!