That better way has a name, and it’s Fairhope, Alabama. Perched on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay, this gem of a town isn’t just a dot on the map – it’s an entirely different approach to existence.

The surrounding Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is a nature lover’s paradise, with a maritime forest, bird-watching opportunities, and a newly renovated walkable jetty that lets you venture out into ...

Fishing duo Cole and Jay explore a sketchy ditch by canoe for bass, gar, and snake.