It is great to know that something designed for fun, recreation and enjoyment can also serve a greater purpose. The “Travel Tools” section of www.thebeachiscalling.org can do just that in times such as the weekend’s tropical weather outbreak. The “Weather” page has information travelers need to know such as current conditions and weather alerts. There also is a link to the Coastal Marine Forecast, a service of the Coastal Weather Research Center at the University of South Alabama. The special tab set up for Hurricane Gustav information also has weather information and conditions as well as various travel advisories. Residents and visitors alike can take advantage of this handy tool.