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There is always something new to discover in Mobile. From infrastructure to breweries and everything in between, it is an exciting time in Mobile. So come find something new in the oldest city in Alabama!
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Tracing Black History on the Gulf Coast: A 4-Day Juneteenth Road Trip
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With the nation’s 250th anniversary approaching, American history is firmly in the spotlight…
Road Trip Throughout the South: Top Destinations for Black History
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I love a good road trip. Couple it with an opportunity to celebrate Black history and support…
In Mobile, Alabama, Africatown and the latest echo of the trafficking
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The walls speak volumes. This article was published in Italian as A Mobile in Alabama, Africatown e…
Mobile's Unique Stories to Share
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Look backward, move forward. The region that is today Alabama was originally the homeland of several…
Wanderlust UK: 52 travel secrets of the USA
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Alabama Darron Patterson on the legacy of Africatown, Mobile: “The importation of enslaved…
Explore All The New Experiences in Mobile Attractions
Mobile: The gem on Alabama’s Gulf Coast
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From the decks of the USS Alabama to moon pies tossed at parades, Mobile reveals itself slowly…
Dora Franklin Finley African American Heritage Trail earns #4 on USA Today's 10 Best History Tours
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"Connecting landmarks that standard city maps tend to overlook." Dora Franklin Finley…
Journey aboard the USS Alabama, the ship that stopped time
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And her silence speaks louder than her guns. This article was published in Italian as Viaggio a…
Things to do in Mobile, Alabama – 9 amazing attractions and tips
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"It only took a few hours to realize that the city holds some truly unique stories and…
World Trade Center beam to visit USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
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The Steel Across America tour stop in Mobile, AL commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Photo…
New Builds, Renovations & Awards Places To Stay
Mobile, Alabama: Historic Charm, The Battle House & A City on the Rise
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The Informed Traveler is a weekly travel podcast out of Alberta, Canada, dedicated to bringing you…
From Australia: No one has ever heard of this town - but they should stay at the hotel
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The former gossip house of senators, soldiers and socialites. All photography is credited to the…
Visit Mobile celebrates 2026 National Travel and Tourism Week
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Visit Mobile is celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week, an annual tradition highlighting the…
Two Mobile Bay luxury hotels earn ballot spots for USA Today's 2025 Best Historic Hotels
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Two of Mobile Bay's favorite hotels, the Battle House Renaissance Hotel & Spa and the Grand…
Visit Mobile celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week 2025
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Visit Mobile is excited to celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week, an annual tradition…
Venues, Services & News Meetings & Conventions
Visit Mobile hosts international writers, tourism delegates for annual Travel South USA Global Week
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After more than a year of planning, Visit Mobile is celebrating the arrival of the annual Travel…
Waterfront Welcomes for Southern Meetings
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From lakes and rivers to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, the South’s many…
ConventionSouth: Mobile, Alabama Event Planners' Guide
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Mobile International Airport (BFM) is expected to open in 2026, just minutes from downtown Mobile…
Hot Things to do in the South
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With a range of different-sized destinations, natural amenities, and thriving communities, the South…
Visit Mobile earns Tourism Organization of the Year, David Clark is Executive of the Year
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Visit Mobile earned Tourism Organization of the Year, and David Clark, President & CEO of the…
If You Build It, They Will Come Sports
Traveling Golfer TV: Head to Mobile and Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
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Tony’s done it again. He’s lavishing together great golf, food, drink, and history in…
Lakewood Golf Club: Southern Charm & World Class Golf
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Golf One Media | October 2024 | Where to Play Lakewood Golf Club is a jewel in the crown of the…
Sweet home Alabama: Where golfers won't be blue
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The Crossings at Magnolia Grove, a Robert Trent Jones course Life is good when golf is in it. I…
A New Twist on Alabama’s RTJ Golf Trail | Ladies, It’s Time for a Golf Getaway!
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Abbey Algiers for Golf Oklahoma Magazine Look no further than Alabama for golf and fun, on and off…
The New and the Old of Alabama's Gulf Coast Set the Scene for a Golf and Lifestyle Bonanza
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from Golf Pennsylvania - Golf Northeast | Summer 2024 The golf trip. It is the lifeblood of the golf…
Check Out How Mobile is Expanding City Development
City of Mobile and Oak View Group Announce Naming Partnership for New Mobile Arena
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The City of Mobile and Oak View Group (OVG), the global leader in premium live entertainment…
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras service isn’t simply a route, it’s a celebration in motion
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When it comes to trains, I’m a romantic. Photo courtesy of Michelle Jackson, Belfast…
Mobile set to welcome American Cruise Lines' Symphony to port for inaugural Gulf Coast sailing
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The Port of Mobile will welcome a new riverboat cruise ship as part of American Cruise Lines…
Onboard the new Mardi Gras train route from Mobile to Mississippi
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Always ready to party, I can't hide my excitement when I hear that a Mardi Gras train route has…
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service exceeds projected ridership
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Amtrak Mardi Gras Service continues to exceed expectations after concluding its inaugural quarter as…
This Week: Local Events
2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival
- Bellingrath Gardens and Home
- Jun 14, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Cabins & Cottages: A Whimsical Exhibit
- Mobile Botanical Gardens
- Jun 14, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Delta Discovery Tour
- AWF Delta & Bay Conservation Center at 5 Rivers
- Jun 14, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Mobile's Original Ghost Tour
- Visit Mobile Welcome Center
- Jun 14, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026