We’re taking over a new gameday city every week with the best tips, food recs, and drink spots, one tailgate at a time.

Spend two days eating, exploring, shopping and soaking up the small-town charm of one of North Alabama’s most underrated destinations.

Every summer night at Sauta Cave, hundreds of thousands of gray bats take flight at dusk — and once you see it, you’ll understand why this misunderstood animal deserves a second look.

Executive Director Brad Collett reflects on the people, places, and experiences that have turned an ambitious idea into a growing regional movement.

A new USA Today ranking puts the Crimson Tide’s hometown near the top of the list.

From lakeside festivals to bonsai gardens, there’s something for everyone this upcoming Labor Day weekend.

This Fairhope gem grows its own food, pours award-winning wine, and this September, it’s throwing two events you won’t want to miss.

Long before Mentone became a beloved mountain getaway, the area was shaped by Native American history, Spanish exploration, Civil War movements, mineral springs and a curious Welsh legend.

When I first learned about Magnolia Springs, I imagined a fantastical town nestled along an estuary of Mobile Bay, where every day felt like summer and everyone knew each other by name. Tall oak trees stretch overhead, heavy with Spanish moss, while the Magnolia River winds through town and sunlight dances across the water. But […]

Books, coffee, and a little Hallmark-worthy charm await in downtown Wetumpka.

When La Fête chef Kristen Hall was invited to cook at Platform by James Beard, an entire community came to celebrate alongside her.

Named Alabama’s best by Tasting Table, this Birmingham shop traces its roots back to a pandemic parking lot and three generations of family butchers.

Jasper Mayor Josh Gates recently completed the legendary Seven Summits challenge—an accomplishment achieved by fewer than 500 people worldwide.

Across the state, the first week of August is filled with concerts, festivals and local traditions that make the most of these last long summer days.

More than 4,500 miles from Alabama, a chance encounter revealed the enduring reach of Southern hospitality.

Retiring in Alabama has long appealed to those looking for a slower pace of life, lower living costs and easy access to the outdoors. Now, one Alabama community is earning national recognition for offering all three.

A visit to Point aux Pins reveals the both the grit and beauty behind Alabama’s oyster industry.

A newcomer discovers the flavors, stories, and welcoming tables that make Montgomery’s food scene worth exploring.

There are few places in Alabama where history, architecture, and coastal cuisine come together as naturally as they do in Mobile. As Alabama’s oldest city, Mobile wears its history lightly, blending French, Spanish, and Southern influences into a destination that feels both timeless and unexpectedly modern. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a girls’ weekend, […]

From colorful hot air balloons and historic ghost hunts to local shopping, Gulf Coast traditions and one-of-a-kind cultural experiences, this weekend is full of opportunities to explore a different side of Alabama.

Whether they’ve been serving their communities for decades or have become local favorites more recently, these Alabama barbecue joints deserve a spot on any barbecue lover’s list.