The Gulf Coast refers to the U.S. states on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. The vast majority of Gulf Coast cruises appeal to fishing enthusiasts, with many options for types of fish, accommodations and pricing. The climate in the Gulf Coast is moderate to warm most of the year--an easy atmosphere in which to spend a couple of days on a boat.
Lady D Charters offers two-day overnight deep-sea fishing trips aboard the custom-built, 62-foot Lady D, based in Orange Beach, Alabama. Several types of fishing are offered, with a wide variety of fish to catch. Bottom fishing lets anglers drop the bait to the bottom of the ocean floor in hopes of landing red snapper, vermilion snapper and trigger fish. Marlin fishing is also available, an exciting endeavor that draws many corporate and family outings.
Lady D Charters
27267 Perdido Beach Blvd.
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251-747-1897
ladydcharters.net
The Happy Hooker is a custom-built yacht that measures 36 feet. It's captained by Jim McCellon, who has 30-plus years' experience and is licensed as a captain by the U.S. Coast Guard. Inshore, offshore, bottom and trolling fishing charters can be arranged, as well as two-day trips. The Happy Hooker has a cabin with air conditioning and a restroom on board. It operates out of Biloxi, Mississippi.
Happy Hooker Charters
Biloxi Small Craft Harbor
Biloxi, MS 39530
228-872-3007
gulfcoast.org
Lost Key Cruises offers 30-hour cruises that comprise one night and two days. The trips are geared for two people but can accommodate up to four for an additional fee. The price for a 30-hour cruise for two people is $1,995 as of September 2010. Ride the classic 42-foot Antares, which has a master salon with tea room, satellite TV and a selection of comfortable rooms. Cruises are custom-designed around the guests' desires. They can incorporate fishing or simply a relaxing trip in the ocean.
Lost Key Cruises
27267 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
866-663-8300
lostkeycruises.com
