Perdido Key

July 2025

(Caleb's Blog)

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2025 Perdido Key - Day 1 - Fri, 7.11.2025

Murfreesboro, TN to Cullman, AL

  • Day 1 - Jul 11
    • We left home around 5:00, driving to the new hotel in Cullman, AL. We had to take an alternate route on Veterans then left on Shores Road. We went through rush hour at the 1-840 and I-65 split and made our first stop at Buc-ee's in Athens, AL. After that, we got back on 65 then down 157 to the hotel. Then we checked in and I went to the fitness center and pool. Then I went back up, took a bath, brush my teeth and went to bed.


2025 Perdido Key - Day 2 - Sat, 7.12.2025

Cullman, AL to Perdido Key, FL

  • Day 2
    • We left the hotel around 7:30 AM, and headed for Peach Park. We went to Clanton, AL and stopped at a Peach Park. We also went to Whataburger for breakfast and I got bacon and hashbrowns. After breakfast, I went down 65 and crossed the 59, 459, and 85 splits. We stopped at a Love's/Arby's at exit 93 to get gas and have lunch. After lunch, we got back on 65 and got off at exit 69. Waze originally told us to get on I-10 off US-29 but then changed the route to get on Muscogee Road. No major traffic jams, just some congestion on Sorrento Rd. We then went to the condo to check in and relax. After that, we went to Oyster Bar for dinner. We played sorry and I won. I then went to the pool and made a new friend.


2025 Perdido Key - Day 3 - Sun, 7.13.2025

Perdido Key, FL

  • Day 3
    • Everyone got up at their own paces. I had fruit for breakfast, played a game of sorry and had some switch time. We had a great lunch at Coastal. I got a burger but didn't like the onions and the red sauce. We stopped by the visitor's center on the way back to the condo. We then played some red-light green light 123 and another game of sorry. I went to the pool again but no new friends tonight. We played farkle and I won.

2025 Perdido Key - Day 4 - Mon, 7.14.2025

Perdido Key, FL

  • Day 4
    • We got up and I watched TV. Then we played some sorry and went to the beach. Then I swam in the pool. Then I watched more TV and got ready for Mcquire's. We went to McGuire's and I got some chicken nuggets. Then we went to the ice cream place and I got some ice cream. Then we went to dollar general to buy me some balloons. Then I went down to the fitness center. After the fitness center, we played red-light, green-light, 123.

2025 Perdido Key - Day 5 - Tue, 7.15.2025

Perdido Key, FL

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2025 Perdido Key - Day 6 - Wed, 7.16.2025

Perdido Key, FL

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2025 Perdido Key - Day 7 - Thu, 7.17.2025

 Perdido Key to Murfreesboro, TN

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Restaurants

  • Orange Beach
    • * City Donut
    • Cosmos Restaurant and Bar - Off the beaten path in Orange Beach, Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar is far from ordinary. Serving fresh and eclectic food since day one.
    • * GT's on the Bay -  GTs On The Bay sits overlooking Wolf Bay. With stunning views and bay front dining, GTs features a diverse and one-of-kind menu. 
    • * Big Mike's Steakhouse -   We are grilling up the best steaks on the Gulf Coast but we've still got amazing seafood for our seafood loving friends!
    • * CoastAL Orange Beach - Great food, live music, and the best views of the Gulf of Mexico!
    • The Flying Harpoon - Unique eats and laid back atmosphere.
    • Ruby Slipper - Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere in Orange Beach.
    • The Gulf - Outdoor venue made from old shipping containers offering seafood, American fare & a full bar.
    • Cobalt, the Restaurant - Seafood & happy hours on an expansive patio at a busy spot with boat slips for those coming by sea.
    • Brick & Spoon - Chain serving Cajun-Creole breakfast fare, sandwiches & cocktails in a stylish, contemporary space.
    • Cactus Cantina - Laid back Mexican cuisine buy the beach.
    • OSO at Bear Point -  Seafood, burgers, steaks and more. Enjoy amazing views from our main and upstairs dining, outside decks and tiki bar. 
    • * Zeke's Marina Landing -  Perfect for lunch or a romantic date night with a place for the kids to play safely.


  • Map of Restaurants​
  • Gulf Shores
    • *  Fish River Grill - A Funky Junky Redneck Joint • Home of Swamp Soup • Where the locals love to eat!
    • * Bahama Bob's Beachside Cafe - Top rated seafood and American cuisine 3 years in a row.
    • * Doc's Seafood -   Doc’s Seafood Shack and Oyster Bar prides itself in providing you the very best in Gulf Coast Seafood, including, Doc’s world famous fried shrimp
    • Gulf Shores Seafood - If you’re in a rush, looking to save time, and desiring a taste of Gulf Coast Seafood, then tryout one of our Meals To Go!
    • * Shrimp Basket - Informal chain outpost offering a variety of fried seafood dishes & an oyster bar.
    • * Tacky Jack's - Festive Gulf Coast fixture offers outside dining, live music & American eats in rustic digs.
    •  Cactus Cantina - Laid back Mexican cuisine by the beach.
    • * Original Oyster House - Considered the best family-friendly, waterfront seafood restaurant on the Gulf Coast
    • * The Hangout - Join us this winter for the best entertainment and Snowbird specials. Roaring Through the Decades Dance Night on Monday, Bingo Night on Wednesday and Paint Classes on Sunday.
    • * DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen -  Alabama’s favorite family restaurants features fresh seafood, chicken, pasta, steak, home style sides, salads and sandwiches. 
    • * LuLu's -  At LuLu’s, we serve scratch-made menu options with recipes created by Lucy Buffett herself. 
    • Acme Oyster House -  I turned non believers into oyster eaters!! Eat, laugh and love with us over an authentic New Orleans seafood meal.