Alabama is home to four very different types of regions to attract visitors of all interests. The Mountains Region provides one spellbinding landscape after another. It's laden with shimmering lakes, waterfalls, caverns and tree-crested mountaintops. Enjoy a myriad of outdoor activities or visit historic attractions in cities like Florence, Huntsville, Madison, Decatur and Cullman.

The Metropolitan Region is a diverse slice of the state. You'll find speed at Talladega Superspeedway, big-city living in Greater Birmingham, peaches like no others in Chilton County, the roar of water rushing over Noccalula Falls and M-Class cars easing along assembly lines at the Mercedes plant in Vance. Attractions, activities and events are waiting for you in places like Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Anniston and Gadsden.

The history and beauty of the River Heritage Region make this area of our state a must-see for any tourist. Highlights include the Gaineswood Plantation in Demopolis, civil rights landmarks in Selma, the state Capitol buildings in Montgomery, and Auburn University in the Auburn-Opelika area. Spend a weekend, a week or a month exploring this region.

The Gulf Coast Region's most famous attractions are the sugar-white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. In addition to the world-class beaches, you'll find the Old Courthouse Museum in Monroeville, Dauphin Island's Historic Fort Gaines and Fort Morgan and the USS Alabama in Mobile.

You will find timeshareing to be present in the state of Alabama and offering a wide range of vacations for you. Some of the more popular resorts are as follows: Dogwood Hills at Alpine Bay, East Pines at Alpine Bay, The Pines at Alpine Bay, Martin Terrace - Redbud Villas, Still Waters, Sunset Point at Still Waters Resort, Golf Community and Marina, Landmark East Condominiums at Leisure Club International, Paradise Isle Resort, Shoreline Towers, Southern Shores Beach Resort, Village by the Gulf, Escapes! to the Gulf at Orange Beach and The Shores