The Salty Dog Beach House

05/23/2026

Lending Library on the Island? Yes Please. 😉 If you have a reader in your group, be sure to stop by the Town of Dauphin Island Welcome Center. They have a wonderful selection of books and puzzles, as well as brochures and flyers for local attractions. Staffed by friendly, helpful locals.

We still have summer dates available if booking a DI vacation is on your to-do list. Contact ACP Vacation Rentals for details.

https://www.acpinfo.com/vacation-rentals/rental/088/

05/23/2026

Today I visited the Christopher Blankenship Eco-Tourism and Kayak launch area just before the DI bridge (Island side). It is a beautiful park with picnic tables for lunch with a view, a small sandy beach, and two elevated boardwalks. Fantastic views of the bay and the perfect spot for a quiet day on the water or to launch your kayak or a paddleboard. 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/rapMKuLvZbrdD3ia6?g_st=ic

05/16/2026

❤️❤️ We love the patio at The Carriage. Beautiful views of the Gulf and Bay. Stop by for a cold beer and a sandwich, a delicious brunch and some bubbly, or a fabulous glass of wine and some nibbles. It’s the perfect spot to unwind.

Patio season has arrived on Dauphin Island, and our outdoor bar is officially open. ☀️🍷 Grab a seat, settle in, and enjoy island time with us at The Carriage.

05/15/2026

The excursions with the Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab are so fun-you get to see a whole new perspective of the Island. I can’t wait to check out this new nighttime excursion!

New this summer!

We’re excited to introduce our nighttime beach and forest walks, kicking off May 25. As the sun sets, we’ll explore the beach and maritime forest together, watch the sky change, look up at the stars, and see what starts to come alive after dark!

Check out our website for tickets! disl.edu/events

05/09/2026

This is a beautiful waterfront park just over the Dauphin Island bridge. It has a fantastic playground, picnic areas, a sandy area on the bay, and a 900 ft boardwalk through marshland. Make the short drive to visit this incredible addition to South Mobile County.

05/01/2026

If you are interested in learning more about the history of Dauphin Island, check out Dauphin Island Diaries. Great videos and a companion podcast.

04/30/2026

Beautiful shots of the Lantern Festival at Bellingrath Gardens & Home. A must-see while visiting Dauphin Island. Exhibit runs through June 21.

04/29/2026

Zirlott's Gulf Products is a great source for fresh seafood. Look at that crabmeat! 🦀🦀

02/03/2026

⏰ Tomorrow’s the day!

Book Direct Day is happening tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, and it’s your chance to save on your next Dauphin Island getaway.

✨ Get ready to save 20%
• 3-night minimum stay
• Arrival dates February 4–May 8 or September 8–December 31, 2026
• Book direct on our website
• Use code BDD26

If you’ve been thinking about a beach trip, now’s the time. Set that alarm and we’ll be looking forward to hearing from you tomorrow! 🌴☀️

12/12/2025

We love the The Happy Octopus. It’s a cute Island boutique with such a variety and the kindest and most helpful staff. Go check out their new *fabulous* location. 🐚

After months of hard work, The Happy Octopus opened its brand-new location today — and our community filled it with love from the moment the doors opened.
Mandy is overflowing with gratitude for each person who visited, shopped, and helped make our Black Friday opening such a success!
We’re excited for this new chapter with all of you! 🐙🐙🐙