1002 Island Royale, Gulf Shores

New Pictures Posted

owner — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:39:56 +0000

Beautiful weather June 6, 2009

Our family just returned from the condo, and it was spectacular. The water was perfect, Gulf Shores was bustling and we had a great time. I took plenty of new pictures – located here.

Bikers Look Here!

owner — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 16:00:17 +0000

My family just returned from a trip to look at condos in a fairly undeveloped part of Florida. What struck me was the number of travelers with bicycles. Serious biking. I saw many with 4 or more bikes going along for the vacation. What also struck me was how Florida really did not have any “good” places to bike, at least not convenient to the areas with condos and house rentals. I was thinking for my family what a great place our Gulf Shores unit is to bike. Our building provides a bike rack for locking your bike up safely once you arrive. Gulf Shores provides bike lanes all along Beach Boulevard, and you can easily hit many side roads for scenic routes, or bike up to Gulf State Park. Me, I am more of a bicyclist as means of transportation, and I like biking for trips to the souvenir shop, ice cream, or even to Wal-mart or Brunos (kid seats come in handy for bringing home the groceries!). Bikers, look to Gulf Shores for a great beach and biking getaway!

Spring and Summer Specials!

owner — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:10:23 +0000

Current Specials:

$1457 for one week (includes ALL tax and fees) valid July 11-18, 18-25 or 25-Aug 1). A week for under $1,500!
Pay the regular one week rate and stay TEN NIGHTS!!!

To take advantage of these specials, click here (specials can not be combined)

2009 Calendar is available

owner — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:25:08 +0000

Hooray – our 2009 calendar is now available. Book your trip now while all the good dates are available.

Gas prices got you down? Go to the beach!

owner — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:12:35 +0000

So, I keep hearing about how gas prices are changing how we travel, canceling vacations or forcing folks to choose the increasingly popular “staycation”. Don’t let gas prices get to you like that! From experience, we changed our June plans and headed to Atlanta for a weekend rather than Gulf Shores (2 1/2 hours rather than 5). Well, perhaps we spent less gas… but…

You must consider the overall value of a vacation. Yes, I spent about $60 on gas rather than perhaps $120. True. But that $60 disappeared overnight with a $24 per night parking fee. Not to mention everything we wanted to do in Atlanta involved a 5-25 minute drive. Suddenly another $30 in gas expense! Restaurants, the cost of getting into the Aquarium (which was outrageous), and the cost of getting to other venues, sites and snacks, etc. really add up.
A beach trip, on the other hand, especially to a condo with kitchen, can be quite economical. We would have spent $120 in gas, but once at our location, the nightly rate is roughly the same for a condo as a decent hotel room. Plus, when we do a beach trip, we buy (often bringing in a cooler) lots of kitchen items, enjoying the free time to prepare meals. We love to cook at the beach! Plus there is nothing better than ice cream straight out of the freezer! Boom – money savings right away!

Next, consider the cost of entertainment. Once at the beach, the indoor-outdoor pool, hot tub, and um am I forgetting something – oh the GULF OF MEXICO!!! Yes, the kids can play all day in the sand for free rather than looking at the sand at the bottom of the tank in the expensive aquarium. Now we do enjoy going to The Wharf and letting the kids ride the Ferris Wheel (which is really nice if you’ve not been). That is only a few dollars and a short 5 minute drive from Island Royale.

Finally, a hidden treasure of Gulf Shores is the city playground. One block past Blalocks’, hang a left pass the city buildings you will find a treasure of a playground. Honestly, this is the coolest playground I’ve ever seen. Our kids are 6 and 4 years old and they could play all day if we’d let them. It is a perfect excursion on a cloudy day. Drop by the library just around the corner from the playground for story time. They have a real nice children’s section.

Have I convinced you that a beach trip is still worth it during this summer of high gas prices? If not, you’ll come around soon. Take your stay-cation and my guess is you’ll be wanting a real vacation soon enough. If I have convinced you, check me out at VRBO and give me a ring. We’ve still got dates available.

July 4th – Independence Day at the Beach!

owner — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:56:41 +0000

All of you headed down to Gulf Shores for the July 4th holiday, here are a couple of informational links. I know you are going to have fun at the beach and in the sun. But of course you want to take in the fun of our Independence Day as well.

4th at The Wharf, July 4, 2008. Location: The Amphitheater at The Wharf
Showtime: 8:00 p.m. Fireworks, the legendary Lee Greenwood and more!

Contact: 251-224-1020

Gulf Shores Annual Fireworks Extravaganza! July 4, 2008. Free to public.

9:00 p.m. Visible from any Gulf Shores area beach. Tune your radio to Sunny 105.7 for current fireworks information and simultaneous patriotic music during the show. Rain date July 5th.

Main Beach
Gulf Shores

Fort Morgan’s Salute to American Independence. July 4, 2008.
Price: $5 adults, $3 children 6-12, free to younger children. All scheduled events are included in the price of admission. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Interpreters dressed in uniforms from various periods of Fort Morgan’s history will offer guided tours and firing demonstrations throughout the day. A Civil War cannon will also be fired in honor of our nation’s birthday. There will NOT be a fireworks display.

51 Hwy 180 West, Fort Morgan
Contact: 251-540-7127

May is a great time to be in Gulf Shores

owner — Mon, 12 May 2008 17:34:48 +0000

I just returned from a long weekend in our unit. We brought the kids and my parents. What a tremendous time! The beaches are pristine. The water was warm enough to swim, but cool enough to be refreshing during the heat of the day. I’ve uploaded some new pictures of our unit. Be sure to check them out.
My parents really enjoyed the kids as well as quiet time out on the balcony. What a beautiful time, with the windows open and fresh sea air all day. There were visitors from Alabama, Tennessee, Missouri, and Ohio that we met at the complex. Island Royale, and Gulf Shores in general, looks to be ready for the summer rush. Let me hear from you and we’ll get your trip planned. Visit my VRBO site for the calendar, rates and contact information.

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owner — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:55:55 +0000

Gulf Shores Alabama, beautiful beach front condominium. View our new pictures!
We are excited to have you stay with us and enjoy the beach, pool, views, sauna, steam room, and more that Gulf Shores and our unit have to offer.

Gulf Shores at the Holidays

owner — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:51:49 +0000

The Holidays … it is a special time to be at the beach, and Gulf Shores, Alabama sure welcomes you! People are around, but it is sure different from the summer crowds. Life slows down a little, and you can appreciate the seemingly longer days and enjoy your life with your wife (or husband!), children, and friends. Even meet new friends while taking a stroll on the beautiful sugar white sand. The winter beach goers do seem much more social at this time of year. I always enjoy meeting new people from all over the country, whether they are regulars to Gulf Shores or newcomers.

Not to mention, you’ll love that you can still swim in the indoor/outdoor pool our complex has to offer. If it is a really cold day (unusual!) you can bask in the sauna or steam room! And of course we all have those days we just want to sit around, watch some cable TV, and enjoy a hot cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate! There is no better place to do it then up on the 10th floor with spectacular ocean views! Come on down today – we want you to have a great time!