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SoulGrown’s Travel section is your guide to exploring Alabama’s scenic coastlines, mountain retreats, and charming small towns. From hidden gems and luxury stays to outdoor adventures and cultural destinations, find inspiration for day trips, weekend getaways, and unforgettable journeys. With curated guides, itineraries, and vivid storytelling, SoulGrown helps you plan meaningful adventures while seeing Alabama in new ways.

SoulGrown’s Travel section is your guide to exploring Alabama’s scenic coastlines, mountain retreats, and charming small towns. From hidden gems and luxury stays to outdoor adventures and cultural destinations, find inspiration for day trips, weekend getaways, and unforgettable journeys. With curated guides, itineraries, and vivid storytelling, SoulGrown helps you plan meaningful adventures while seeing Alabama in new ways.

July 10, 2026

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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.

July 7, 2026

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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.

July 6, 2026

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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings visitors from around the globe to the United States, many of the moments capturing attention online have little to do with soccer itself.

July 3, 2026

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This week’s events celebrate the artists, musicians, makers and traditions that give each corner of the state its own character.

June 30, 2026

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Watch the sky light up from Walt’s on the Roof, where elevated small plates, refreshing cocktails, and panoramic views transform a holiday tradition.

June 29, 2026

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Alabama’s newest tourism trail invites visitors to explore the people, places, and traditions behind the state’s catfish culture.

June 26, 2026

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The story of Majestic Caverns spans ancient Indigenous culture, Spanish explorers, Civil War soldiers, and Prohibition-era outlaws.

June 25, 2026

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The Clotilda was the last known slave ship to arrive in the United States—but its story continues in survival, memory, and the founding of Africatown.

June 24, 2026

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The Mobile Bay town earned national recognition for its waterfront views, walkable downtown, and unmistakable coastal charm.

June 23, 2026

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Wind Creek Wetumpka’s Spa Reserve delivers Alabama’s best full-service wellness experience—and it’s worth the visit.

June 23, 2026

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Consider your summer bucket list handled with these family-friendly Alabama destinations worth the drive.

June 19, 2026

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Adjacent to the charming Mountain Brook Village and near the Grand Bohemian Hotel, Lane Parke blends high-end boutiques, diverse restaurants, services, and community amenities. 

June 16, 2026

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Black panthers don’t exist in Alabama—so why does everyone keep seeing one?

June 15, 2026

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Set along Wheeler Lake in Rogersville, Alabama, this three-bedroom cottage feels less like a departure and more like a return to the familiar.

June 10, 2026

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Standing along the waters of Bayou La Batre, it is easy to understand what is at stake. The bay supports oyster farms, commercial fishermen, and countless coastal species. It fuels local businesses and shapes a way of life that has existed for generations. Just upstream, rivers and creeks carry water from across Alabama before eventually […]

June 10, 2026

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From rehearsal dinners to receptions and everything in between, restaurants offer something traditional venues often can’t: a space that already feels like somewhere.

May 28, 2026

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There’s a small storefront on 25th Street North in Birmingham where the pastries don’t last long. Most mornings, the croissants are gone before most people have finished their first cup of coffee. If you’ve been lucky enough to snag one, you already know why.

May 27, 2026

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The sixth annual Black Belt Birding Festival will return to Alabama’s Black Belt region July 31 through Aug. 2, bringing together birding, ecotourism, local history, and civil rights heritage across multiple counties in west and central Alabama.

May 21, 2026

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What began as a small Wilsonville feed and farm supply business eventually grew into one of the South’s most trusted sources for stone-ground grits, supplying beloved restaurants across Alabama and beyond.

May 20, 2026

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TJ Johnson’s 652-mile kayak journey down the Tennessee River revealed how the waterway connected communities across four states, reshaping his understanding of the river, its landscapes, and the people who call it home.

May 18, 2026

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In the pages of Secret Birmingham, author Cherith Glover Fluker invites readers on an exploration of a city rich in untold stories, vibrant culture, and a legacy that merits both recognition and appreciation.