Author: Ashley Rains

Ashley Rains is the PR & Communications Manager at Visit Mobile. As a native Mobilian, allegedly born under an azalea bush in Bienville Square on Joe Cain Day, Ashley easily finds that her hometown ignites her passion for the eclectic and emboldened. 

City of Mobile releases latest renderings of New Arena Project

On September 10, 2024, the Mobile City Council received an update on the New Arena Project as the preliminary work for the demolition of

Carnival Spirit introduces new, exciting itineraries.

Visit Mobile is excited to share Carnival Cruise Line’s announcement of the 2026 – 27 lineup of cruises aboard the Carnival Spirit from the Port

Locally-owned, highly adored!

Guncles Gluten Free has earned the #2 spot in USA TODAY's list of the 10 Best Gluten-Free Bakeries in 2024, chosen by an expert panel and voted on by readers. This is


Visit Mobile is excited to announce the City of Mobile will serve as the destination for flocks of “Parrot Heads” and visitors for the inaugural Son of a Sailor Fest, a tribute and sailor’s salute to

Jimmy Buffett Hometown Second Line in 2023


Parrot Heads are known as a lively, funky, fun bunch of margarita-drinking, flip flop-sporting, Jimmy Buffett music fanatics. They can trace their roots

Enjoying a Saturday wine tasting is a must-do at Red or White Mobile.

Mobilians will not be surprised to learn that Red or White Wine, located on Dauphin Street and one mile from downtown, has earned


Visit Mobile joins our community in celebrating Mobile City Council’s approval of the fundamental agreements needed to restore Amtrak service between Mobile and New Orleans.

We sincerely thank all


🧁 Click here to vote for Guncles Gluten-Free! 🧁


It used to be that sticking to a gluten-free diet meant forgoing breads, cupcakes, cookies and other decadent desserts. Not anymore! Thanks to a

Visit Mobile earned the 2024 Nappie Readers' Choice Award for Best Local TV Ad in the Media category for the 2024 Nappie Readers' Choice Awards!

The commercial previously gained attention in March


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USA Today's Readers' Choice 10Best Wine Shops for 2024
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Local and boutique wine shops offer a unique charm and personalized experience that large retailers