You’ve spent weeks planning a fabulous beach getaway at a beautiful vacation rental right on the water. Don’t let your dreams of bright sunny skies turn into nightmares just because storms are in the forecast. Here are four tips for having fun at the beach even if the weather is less than perfect.

4 Tips for Enjoying a Rainy Beach Vacation

1. Don’t Get Frustrated

On Alabama’s Gulf Coast, for example, rainstorms never last for very long. Morning showers often clear out by noon. Instead of letting a downpour dampen your mood, pour a cup of coffee and spend a few minutes listening to the calming sounds of the surf and the rain.

2. Check Out Other Attractions

Beach communities are full of entertaining attractions. When it rains, tour local museums, aquariums, and historic homes, or seek out a nearby entertainment venue. Beach towns are famous for music-filled cafes and clubs. If you lack ideas, consult your vacation rental agent who, no doubt, will have you exploring area attractions like a local in no time.

3. Spend the Day at the Spa

If you’re traveling solo or on a romantic getaway, book a few spa treatments. Massages, facials, saunas, and pedicures can be just as relaxing as lying in the sun on the sand.

4. See a Movie

If it’s raining outside, head indoors and catch a movie you’ve been dying to see. Who knows? By the time the ending credits have rolled by, the rain may have stopped. When you step outside, the sun may be shining.

Orange Beach, AL, is a well-loved destination for vacationers. It has an entertaining mix of shops and restaurants along with comfortable vacation rentals and some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the South. Coastal Properties has been serving vacationers from across the country for nearly 20 years, with unmatched customer service and a range of properties to meet every need. Visit their website to browse their selection of vacation rentals, or call (251) 981-4951 to start planning your dream getaway today.