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As we enter a new year, thoughts turn to resolutions and a focus on our health. It’s easier than ever to keep in shape with fitness apps, watches, and livestream classes. Taking a vacation doesn’t mean you have to put your wellbeing on hold. Turquoise Place in Orange Beach offers the perfect place to refuel, recharge and refocus, and here are eight ways to do just that.

The beach makes a fantastic place to soak up Vitamin D, reduce stress, and get exercise. Fortunately, your Turquoise Place condo is just steps from the Gulf of Mexico. Beach chair and umbrella rentals, available spring through early fall, are available to help you make the most of your beach time. New boardwalks with ramp creates an easier way to transport your gear to the sand, too.

Turquoise Place anticipates re-opening all its swimming pools this spring, including three outdoor pools, a kiddie pool, two indoor pools, and the lazy river. Swimming is an excellent form of exercise. It gets your heart rate up, builds endurance, helps maintain a healthy weight, and tones muscles. It’s a great all-over body workout.

Relax your muscles in our saunas and steam rooms, located on the fourth floor of each tower. Saunas increase circulation, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, flush toxins from the body, and relieve stress. Steam rooms do all of that, plus promote skin health and loosen stiff joints. These amenities will also reopen in spring 2021.

Fitness rooms offer a beautiful view of the Gulf for your workout. Furnished with top-of-the-line Atlantis equipment, you’ll find elliptical machines, treadmills, squat and bench press racks, and free weights. Discover the fitness rooms on the fourth floor of each tower.

Find your Zen with a beach yoga session. Nothing centers your soul quite like a quiet morning of focus and reflection. Schedule a private session on our beaches with Glow Yoga.

Another excellent form of exercise is bicycling. Fortunately, Turquoise Place is just a mile and a half from the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail at Gulf State Park. Rent a bike from Beach Bike Rentals or Infinity Bicycles. Then strike out on the seven trails that make up more than 26 miles of the system. You’ll traverse several ecosystems and see some of the local wildlife, maybe even an alligator.

Sticking to a healthy diet is made simple at Gulf Shores and Orange Beach restaurants that specialize in locally-sourced food. Picnic Beach in Gulf Shores offers vegan and vegetarian options, as well as gluten-free menu items. The Southern Grind Coffee House in Orange Beach serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with smoothies, salads, sandwiches, and even a vegan burger on the menu. You can also get grocery delivery and have a pantry of healthy choices waiting delivered on the day of your arrival. Our well-equipped kitchens have everything you need to prepare meals in your unit.

Leave stress behind. We know stress creates a myriad of physical ailments, including high blood pressure, cardiac issues, headaches, and more. A beach vacation is all about relaxing. Just having a good night’s sleep can make a huge difference. Our comfortable, luxury rentals and onsite services make it easy to do just that. After all, there is no better place to fall asleep than to the lulling sound of waves just outside your window.

Book your wellness vacation at Turquoise Place Orange Beach. Browse our luxury condos to find the one that best meets your needs.

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that 2020 has been an eventful year. While most of us may feel like we’ve gone through the ringer this year, we realize that there is so much to be thankful for. As we prepare for our reopening to guests on Nov. 22, we’re taking time to reflect on the unique challenges and the year, most especially Hurricane Sally, and what we are most grateful for at Spectrum Resorts and Turquoise Place.

1.  Dedicated Team Members

At Turquoise Place, our team members are the have the best of the best. After the storm passed, we watched our team shine as they willingly accepted new tasks and traded their dress shoes for work boots and hard hats. Their commitment to reopening was reflected in their hard work and determination to welcome you back as soon as possible.

2. Safety of Our Team Members

You never truly know what to expect when a hurricane is coming your way. If you are a local on the Alabama Gulf Coast, you know the basics of storm preparation. However, storms don’t always follow the forecast and that was certainly the case when it came to Hurricane Sally. The hurricane made landfall as a much stronger storm than anticipated and moved slowly over our area causing more damage than was expected. Some team members remained onsite throughout the storm, and we are grateful for their safety and the safety of our guests. Team members rose to the occasion, assisting guests who rode out the storm onsite. After Hurricane Sally, our team quickly adapted to new job requirements. These new tasks came with new hazards while working in a construction zone. We are so grateful for the safety of our team members and those who are working hard to welcome you back to Orange Beach.

3. First Responders, Utility Workers, and Construction Crews

This year has had more than its fair share of challenges, but one thing we can say for sure is that we have an immense level of love and appreciation for our essential workers and first responders. The eyewall of the storm had barely passed when we started to see first responders, utility workers, and construction crews rolling in to assist us and our neighbors. It was a beautiful sight to see and reassuring to know that these workers were prepared and ready to help. Many of these people worked long hours for weeks after the storm to help get businesses up and running. These dedicated workers deserve our sincerest thanks!

4. Compassionate Owners

Our condo owners are the very best you’ll find. Many of the owners personally donated funds to help our displaced team members. We are in awe of their kindness and compassion and are truly blessed to be connected with such thoughtful people.

5. Loyal Guests

We love to see our loyal guests return each year for their family vacations and nothing is more disappointing than having to postpone those vacations.  As you can imagine, there is nothing that makes us happier than to see our guests rescheduling their vacations after patiently waiting during the COVID beach closures and the recovery of Hurricane Sally. We can’t wait to see you again beginning Nov. 22, when the resort will reopen in all her splendor!

6. White Sandy Beaches

Even as we work to reopen, we are grateful for the beautiful views and tranquility offered by our white-sand beaches. We invite you back to put your toes in the sand this coming spring and summer and continue creating happy memories at Turquoise Place.

There is always something to be thankful for and, at Turquoise Place, we know that it is impossible to include everything on this list. As we move into the holiday season, there won’t be anything we’re more thankful for than our beloved guests returning. We can’t wait to see you!

No matter where you’re traveling from to get to Alabama’s beautiful white-sand beaches, there are unique stops along the way where you can stretch your legs, experience history, and maybe even grab a sweet treat!

1. The Hank Williams Museum

If you’re coming from Atlanta, Georgia or the Huntsville/Montgomery, Alabama area, The Hank Williams Museum is a must-see! Born in Butler County, Alabama, Hank Williams is considered to be one of the most influential and successful country stars to ever live. The Hank William Museum pays tribute to this country icon with 6,000 square feet of exhibits that show off his boots, hats, awards, horse saddle, albums, furniture, portraits – and everyone’s favorite – Hank’s 1952 baby blue Cadillac. Not only is visiting the museum a unique experience, but it’s an educational one too. The Hank Williams Museum is a hidden gem you don’t want to miss!

2. Priester’s Pecans

If you’re traveling from the same areas mentioned above, Priester’s Pecans is the yummiest place to stop on your way down Gulf Shores and Orange Beach! Priester’s Pecans boasts an in-house candy factory, ensuring all of their sweet treats are always fresh. If you’ve got a four-legged pal traveling with you, their large dog park is the perfect place for them to stretch their legs. The dog park, however, is not fenced in, so you’ll need to have your pup’s leash ready to go. If you’re traveling with kids, they’ll love Priester’s too. They offer restrooms as well as roadtrip toys, gifts, and of course, candy your children will love! One of the unique things about Priester’s is a viewing window where you can watch them make these delectable treats. Just head up the stairs (an elevator is available), and gaze into the candy kitchen through their massive balcony windows. You might even get a wave from one of the candy chefs!

3. The USS Alabama Battleship Park

For all of the beachgoers coming from Mississippi or Louisiana, The USS Alabama is an unforgettable experience for the entire family! This massive ship helped win World War II in the north Atlantic and the Pacific. It was home to 2,500 brave soldiers during the war but now rests in quiet Mobile Bay. For a small fee, you can tour the boat, learning what life was like for the navy men that called it home. Explore the sleeping quarters, eating area, medical offices and so much more aboard this fascinating boat. If you’ve got time to spare, check out the submarine located on the museum grounds. You’ll see what it was like to share that small space with several people, learn about how submarines were used during the war, and experience what it was like to live underwater for many months at a time. With such a broad array of things to do at The USS Alabama, this museum is perfect for any age!

4. The Mobile Carnival Museum

If you’re coming from Mississippi or Louisiana, but aren’t too keen on visiting the USS Alabama, The Mobile Carnival Museum may be a better option for you. Located in the birthplace of Mardi Gras, this museum is home to several exhibits that educate visitors on the rich cultural history of this tradition. At the museum you’ll learn about float construction and costume design, view the robes, scepters, crowns of the Mardi Gras Monarchy, watch videos of parades and Mardi Gras Balls, and so much more! Located in the heart of downtown Mobile, you’ll find delicious restaurants nearby to satisfy your appetite and beautiful parks to stretch your legs. The museum is a great way to break up your trip and educate your family on the history of this great city!

As soon as you get to Turquoise Place, the stress of travel simply melts away. Finish shaking off your travels with a soak in your private, balcony hot tub. Whether you’re here for one weekend or one week, you can rest assured that you’ll be able to sit back and unwind at Turquoise Place after your roadtrip.