Gulf Highlands

Ever heard that Kenny Chesney song Flora-Bama?

Well, Mom, Dad, and I packed up the SUV and headed for sun, sand, and an SPF15 tan. Needless to say we were not disappointed. Sit on the beach, read that adventure novel and drink a beer. Or, take a walk and find tiny shells, say hello to a blue heron, and watch the sun set over blue-green water. Wake up to an F-16 breaking the sound barrier and then watch those Blue Angels flip and twist through the sky. Want to see them up close? Drive down to USNAS Pensacola and snag a flyboy of your own. Want to see some early American history? Go the opposite direction on the peninsula, hop on a ferry, ride the waves past oil rig after oil rig, and you'll find yourself lost in history at the Civil War era fort - Fort Morgan. Hungry? Grab a pizza at Fort Morgan Pizza or a fancy dinner and shopping at The Wharf. Tired yet? Go back to the beach, sit a spell in that beach chair, and let the sound of crashing waves and the warm sun lull you to sleep. Welcome to paradise.Read more