Grab your snacks and get your playlists ready, we’re going on a road trip!

Whether you've got a three-day weekend coming up that you want to take advantage of or you're looking for a getaway from Orange Beach, we have some suggestions to make the most of your weekend trip.

1. Pensacola, FL

Distance from Orange Beach: 45 minutes

Pensacola is best known for the beautiful beaches that are found all along this northwestern portion of Florida’s expansive coastline.

2. Mobile, AL

Distance from Orange Beach: 1 hour

Mobile has some of the top attractions, including the town’s historic landmarks, excellent restaurants, the waterfront and shopping districts.

3. Tallahassee, FL

Distance from Orange Beach: 4 hours

This is a must-visit city, and it makes for a great break from exploring the coastline. This lively and bustling place is a great place to learn more about Florida, by visiting the Museum of Florida and the other many institutions such as the Capitol Buildings which are found in the city.

4. Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa

Distance from Orange Beach: 1 hour

Where to stay: Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa

The resort offers entertainment and relaxation opportunities to guests of all ages and interests. There are two excellent golf courses, a part of the Lakewood Club, the 20,000-square-foot Grand Spa, a fantastic pool complex that kids love, ten tennis courts, and miles of white sand beaches stretched along Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast.