News Summary
Alabama is preparing for a new Margaritaville resort at The Wharf in Orange Beach, with groundbreaking set for fall 2025 and completion expected by 2029. The resort will feature hotel rooms, cottages, and luxury condos, along with a lazy river and themed bars. Guests will enjoy access to ferry services to The Wharf for shopping and entertainment, continuing the legacy of the late Jimmy Buffett. Margaritaville is also planning new resorts in Tennessee and other prime locations.
Alabama is set to welcome a new Margaritaville resort at The Wharf in Orange Beach, marking a significant expansion of the popular lifestyle brand after the passing of its famous creator, Jimmy Buffett, in September 2023. The groundbreaking for this new resort is scheduled for fall 2025, with the first phase expected to open in spring 2027 and full completion projected by 2029.
The Margaritaville Orange Beach resort will offer a mix of hotel rooms, single-family resort cottages, and luxury waterfront condos. Situated along the shores of the Intracoastal Waterway, the resort will feature notable Margaritaville amenities, including themed bars, eateries, and entertainment options. Among the leisure attractions planned are water features such as a lazy river and swimming pool, aiming to capture the brand’s laid-back lifestyle.
Guests at the resort will enjoy convenient access to a ferry service that connects them to The Wharf, a popular hub for concerts, shopping, and dining. The design and layout of the resort will integrate seamlessly with the vibrant atmosphere of The Wharf, offering visitors a quintessential Margaritaville experience.
Jimmy Buffett, who was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, built a diverse empire beyond his career as a celebrated singer, songwriter, and author. His legacy includes casinos, restaurants, entertainment venues, a campground, a retirement community, and a cruise line. The establishment of the Orange Beach resort is reflective of this expansive vision that continues to thrive under the Margaritaville brand, despite the recent closure of some venues like the casino in Biloxi and the Margaritaville at the Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Alongside the Orange Beach project, Margaritaville is also planning a new resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This future destination promises to feature family-friendly amenities and luxury accommodations, continuing the brand’s commitment to relaxation and hospitality.
Currently, Margaritaville boasts 40 lodging properties and has an additional 20 developments in the pipeline. Future expansions include resorts at popular destinations such as Lake Tahoe, California, and the Pocono Mountains. Other proposed locations include Galveston, Texas; Newport, Kentucky; Cape Cod, Massachusetts; Playa Caracol in Panama; and Bay Islands in Honduras.
The brand’s growth is exemplified by the success of Margaritaville Resort Biloxi, which offers a variety of attractions, including an indoor arcade and waterpark, creating an appealing environment for families and vacationers alike.
The introduction of new resorts under the Margaritaville banner represents the enduring appeal of Jimmy Buffett’s legacy, encapsulating his final sentiments expressed to his sister, Lucy, to “have fun.” As the resort development moves forward, it promises to uphold the brand’s philosophy of enjoying life in a vibrant, carefree atmosphere.
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