Spanning Florida and Mississippi coastlines, Gulf Islands National Seashore is 160 miles of natural barrier islands, history and unspoiled wetlands.
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach saw visitor spending double over the past decade, with new hotels and condos driving growth. Forecasts remain strong despite festival cancellation.
Two people are dead after a small plane crashed into Bon Secour Bay near Gulf Shores Saturday evening. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.