Press Release Courtesy of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission

BP showcases Gulf seafood and Olympic sponsorship at annual half-marathon in Coastal Alabama

GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH, AL – Shed those extra pounds from Thanksgiving dinner by participating in the Kaiser Coastal Half-Marathon, 5k and 1 mile run on Saturday, November 26.

The half-marathon, organized by the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission and Team-Magic, attracts hundreds of avid competitors from across the Southeast and Midwest each year.

U.S. Olympic Bronze Medalist Deena Kastor and U.S. Olympic Bronze Medalist Johnny Gray will headline the fourth annual event. BP is a proud supporter of Team USA and serves as a corporate sponsor of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

“As a sponsor of the London 2012 Olympic Games, we have been presented with an opportunity to bring world-class athletes to Coastal Alabama to share their amazing stories,” said Ayana McIntosh-Lee, BP General Manager of External Relations. “These athletes serve as an important reminder to the community about the incredible things individuals can achieve when they strive for greatness.”

The post-race party will showcase an array of Gulf seafood, provided by BP. The seafood brunch menu includes (more…)

With less than one month left to train for the Kaiser Coastal Half- Marathon & 5K, The good people at The USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile are hosting the perfect chance to fine tune your race skills.

On Saturday, November 12, at 8:00 A.M., they will be hosting a 5K run to raise funds to help keep up regular maintenance of the Battleship and the surrounding park.  The course will take runners from Battleship Park, east down the Causeway, and loop back for a finish at the end of Battleship Park.

With more than a half-century of history behind the USS Alabama and its presence in Mobile Bay, The USS (more…)

There is something extra exciting about celebrating a holiday on the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, and Halloween is no different!

On Thursday, October 27^th, The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo will be hosting “Boo At The Zoo,” a fun, family focused event geared towards your “Little Ghosts and Goblins,” from infants to 10 year-olds.

The fun kicks off at 4 p.m. at the Zoo in Gulf Shores, and all are invited to join in the festivities.  There will be a costume contest (at 5 p.m.) and fun and entertainment until the events closing at 6 p.m.

The cost for this event is $1 for adults and $2 for children.

Bring the whole family out for “Boo At The Zoo!”

For more information on this great event, visit the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo’s website.

It’s never too late to make accommodations for your Halloween weekend in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach!  Visit www.KaiserRealty.com or call our Reservation Professionals at (877) 405-5587 today to book your Gulf front condominium or vacation home for a wonderful weekend at the beach!

On Saturday, October 8^th, hundreds of local Baldwin County residents and business owners gathered to participate in the 2011 Gulf Coast Heart Walk to benefit the American Heart Association. Through fundraising efforts made by businesses and individuals, more than $300,000 was donated to The American Heart Association.

Kaiser Realty is proud to have been named the “Top Revenue producing Business from bank Night” in this year’s fundraising efforts, raising more than $10,000 as a company.  Kaiser Realty also took home two of the three “Top Walker” awards with Administrative Assistant, Megan Melvin raising the third most money for any individual participant and Marketing Director, Emily Gonzalez raising the most money of any individual participant in Baldwin County.

President/CEO of Kaiser Realty, Leonard Kaiser, was proudly the co-chair for the successful event, and had the pleasure of accepting the “Top Business” award on behalf of the company.

The fundraising efforts that Kaiser Realty participated in as a company included a team fitness challenge (more…)

Along the Gulf Coast, one of the tastiest times of the year is Oyster season. Beginning in September and running through April, the majority of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach restaurants can be found serving up these delicious creatures baked, fried and of course, on the half shell.

To kick off oyster season and welcome it with open arms, our friends at The Hangout are hosting the 4^th Annual Oyster Cook-Off on November 5^th to celebrate all things oyster. The party begins at 11am, with free admission and over $10,000 in cash and prizes being given away throughout the day.

“Sampling tickets,” can be purchased at the door for $1 each and will allow you to taste the cuisine from the each of the Oyster Cook-Off competitors. Try to beat that tasty deal!

Craving even more local flavor? Be sure to check out the Beer Garden featuring great local brews and craft beers sure (more…)