Alabama may lack the breadth of coastline found in Florida, but it offers an engaging experience for those who want to get away from winter for a few days or a few months. And it’s fairly easy on the budget. We took three days to travel 1,000 miles south in our RV during the shoulder season and spent four days parked at Pandion Ridge RV Park in Gulf Shores. The year-old park offers 142 sites on 30 acres surrounded by generous grassy open space. When we weren’t checking out the surrounding attractions, we unfolded lounge chairs and soaked some sun. The common area here includes a pool, hot tub, and pond. You’re cautioned to watch out for gators, but sightings are few and far…