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What BestPlaces Users Say about Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores, Alabama is a popular beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico. With beautiful white-sand beaches and a laid-back atmosphere, it is a popular vacation destination. However, many people also choose to make Gulf Shores their permanent home. According to the reviews on BestPlaces.net, the overall consensus is that it is a great place to live, with a strong sense of community and plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy.
In one review, David describes his experience living in Gulf Shores as "like being on vacation every day." He praises the friendly locals and the abundance of recreational activities, saying "there's always something to do, whether it's fishing, kayaking, or simply lounging on the beach." Another reviewer, Sarah, echoes this sentiment, stating that "Gulf Shores is the perfect blend of small-town charm and beach life."
On the other hand, some reviewers mention the high cost of living in Gulf Shores. According to Amy, "housing prices have skyrocketed in recent years, making it difficult for young families to afford a home." However, she also notes that "the quality of life here is worth the expense." Similarly, John mentions the limited job opportunities in the area but adds that "the sense of community and the natural beauty of Gulf Shores make up for it."
Overall, the majority of user reviews on BestPlaces.net praise Gulf Shores for its beautiful beaches, friendly community, and laid-back lifestyle. However, some do mention the high cost of living and limited job opportunities as potential drawbacks. Ultimately, the decision to live in Gulf Shores will depend on individual preferences and priorities.
based on 6 ReviewsGet to know Gulf Shores with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Gulf Shores
My go to place - 4/16/2021
Owned a place there for 20 years and spend a few weeks each season there. Heading back in a few weeks! Lows: Spotty internet for work. Saturday traffic. Hurricanes. Highs: Amazing people, friendly place, great beaches, great food, shopping, not too crowded compared to many beaches even in the summer. Less attitude than many places, people are chill.
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Okay, where's the paradise? This is Paradise Islan - 5/24/2012
I know that there are a few people out there that would just as soon throw rotten tomatoes at me for saying what I’m about to say, but I hate, hate, HATE living in Gulf Shores. I have been living here for four years now and I cannot wait to leave. Here's why:
1) If you came here to fish, the fishing sucks. Well, unless you’re a commercial fisherman. If you’re just a regular fisherman, you can only catch a maximum of two fish and you have to go very far out into the ocean to finally catch any fish. Considering the cost to fish out in deep water, that’s very expensive fish. Unfortunately, due to the aftermath of the BP oil spill and the commercial fisheries, this ocean is almost completely fished out. Consequently, the fish you buy in the stores here is very expensive. I pay more here for seafood than I did when I was living in Texas. Not to mention the lion fish will become an epidemic here sooner or later. They are finding them off our coastline. The worst thing about
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vacationville - 6/3/2010
Just because you enjoy your vacations here does not mean you will like living here. During the summer the town is full of tourists. During the winter it's full of snowbirds. Hurricanes are a threat every year. There is really nothing here other than the beach, but it is
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Welcome to Paradise! - 11/18/2009
We retired here from Houston 6 years ago. We found Gulf Shores by accident, as the fact that Alabama HAS a coast is not widely known! It is "land locked" unlike most other Gulf Coast towns. (No ocean highway, linking town to town, etc.) It has a family atmosphere, has a WONDERFUL infrastructure and facilities that would be found in much larger communities!!! Churches are small, friendly........one can get very involved in all aspects of the town. (The mayor is a neighbor!) We get about 15-17,000 "snowbirds" a year, who are very active in the community (fund raisers, etc.) and busy in the summer, BUT most of all a small tight knit community for ALL who live here, no matter where you are originated!! WE love
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