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Locals Love This Crystal-Clear Swimming Hole in Alabama (That Doesn’t Feel Like the U.S.)

Find some of the most crystal-clear water at Blue Springs State Park in Alabama. This is a hidden gem swimming hole you want to add to your bucket list.

by Megan Todaro
on Jun 17
Two springs in Alabama hidden in Blue Spring State Park.
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One of Alabama’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jun 9
A pair of faces of old men carved into tree trunks in a park in Montevallo, Alabama.
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You Can Explore This Stunning Alabama City Entirely on Foot—and It’s Beautiful

by Kate Orlando
on May 25
William J. Samford Hall clock tower northern side with foliage, Auburn, Alabama.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Alabama

by Melanie Johnson
on Apr 21
Bon Secour, Alabama, with waterfront views, featuring a dock with shrimping boats and oysters clustered on a rocky shore.
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This Car in Alabama Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

by Molly Harris
on Mar 28
Hank Williams Memorial in Montgomery, AL

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Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Alabama

This small historic town in Alabama has survived the Great Depression, a massive tornado, and more, yet is thriving more than ever.

by Caroline Stratos
on Mar 25
City of Helena railroad crossing.
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The Coastal Alabama Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

Situated along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Dauphin Island is the kind of quiet beach town travelers dream about but rarely find.

by Megan Todaro
on Mar 18
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Fans of Harper Lee Will Love This Hidden Gem in Alabama

The famed author spent most of her life in this small town that calls itself the "Literary Capital of Alabama."

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Mar 14
Old courthouse in Monroeville, Alabama
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The 3 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Alabama 

Need more color in your life? Explore the color wheel at these natural and manmade masterpieces in Alabama.

by Caroline Stratos
on Feb 26
A red mural on the side of a cream building that reads It's Nice to Have You In Birmingham.
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5 Small Towns in Alabama So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

These five scenic small towns in Alabama have unbelievable natural beauty and distinctive charm, making them ideal candidates for your next adventure.

by Kelly Carroll
on Jan 31
People walking underneath moss-covered trees in Alabama