Take a break from the hustle of daily life and escape to Dauphin Island for a memorable family vacation on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Our quiet island is a fantastic place to spend quality time together while soaking up the atmosphere of our crowd-free beaches. Choose Boardwalk Realty as your lodging partner and stay in one of our Dauphin Island vacation rentals. Whether you are traveling with your immediate family or extended family, we have lodging for groups of all sizes. To help make your trip truly unforgettable, we’ve created a helpful guide with tips and vacation ideas to help you plan the perfect family getaway on Dauphin Island.
Find the Right Location on Dauphin Island
The first step in planning your Dauphin Island family vacation is deciding where to stay. Discover the difference in island locations at the bottom of our FAQ page. Then, decide if you want to stay on the Gulf of Mexico or the Island’s North Shore along the Mississippi Sound and Mobile Bay. For example, our Gulf Front properties are located directly on the beach of the Gulf of Mexico. And our Bayfront/Soundfront rentals are located along the Mississippi Sound or Mobile Bay.
Decide What Amenities Your Family Needs
Then, decide what kind of amenities your family needs. Want a pool to cool off this summer? Reserve one of our Dauphin Island vacation homes with a private pool. Want to explore the waterways on a boat? Our boat-dock properties are the perfect option. Looking to bring your dog along for the trip? Book one of our pet-friendly homes!
Plan Your Itinerary
After booking your rental home, it’s time to start planning your itinerary. Check out these kid-friendly attractions and activities for inspiration:
- Spend an afternoon at our local beaches and enjoy activities like swimming, shelling, and wildlife watching.
- Visit the Alabama Aquarium and take the kids to learn about the marine life of Mobile Bay.
- Surround yourself with nature and watch birds and wildlife at the Audubon Bird Sanctuary.
- Take a tour with your family at historic Fort Gaines and learn local history together.
- Play a round of miniature golf at Island Golf.
- Check the calendar of events during your stay and see what family-friendly events are happening around the island.
- Reserve a Dauphin Island boat rental and explore the Mississippi Sound or Mobile Bay with the family while sightseeing, fishing, and watching for wildlife.
- Fuel up for your adventures at one of the island’s restaurants. And on days you want to save on dining out, you can prepare meals together in your vacation rental kitchen!
Book Your Dauphin Island Family Vacation Rental
Start planning your Dauphin Island family vacation with Boardwalk Realty and find the perfect property for your group. If you need assistance finding the right vacation rental, don’t hesitate to contact us at 1-877-861-3992. Our friendly rental experts are here to help you find the best rental option for you and your family!