If you're looking for an unforgettable escape from winter's cold grasp, come visit Port Aransas. This Texas Gulf town is a popular destination for Snowbirds seeking warm climate and wanting to avoid the many crowded Florida winter destinations.

Come to the destination where retirees, vacationers and more go to  enjoy the subtropical climate, flowing palm trees, miles of sandy beaches, that Port Aransas is so famous for.  

Port Aransas has as much rich history as it has beauty.  This Texan gulf town was once a stomping ground for pirates, including the famous Jean Lafitte who traveled the surrounding seas hundreds of years ago. Legend has it that Lafitte buried treasure on the shores of Port Aransas. Today thousands of sandcombers peruse the white sandy beaches in search of his treasures.

Port Aransas is also home to hundreds of species of fish, shrimp, dolphins, and many North American birds, including the endangered whooping crane.

The nearby city of Corpus Christi offers Winter visitors  a variety of recreational activities, events, attractions and more. Visitors can enjoy rounds of golf, or even take a stress-releiveing shopping spree.  Shoppers are sure to find the perfect gift for that special someone  at one of the many  local outlet centers and malls.

Corpus Christi is a senior friendly community, especially in winter.  Seniors enjoy discount days and special  low daily rates, especially in winter.

The Corpus Christ Medical Center is a member of the nationwide Senior Friends organization, offering  exercise programs and facilities, healthy living classes, computer classes, arts and crafts, table games and more. Additional activity options include auctions, festivals, health fairs,  home and garden expos, Ranching Heritage Festivals, and the annual Mr. and Mrs. Winter Texan contest.

Port Aransas, Texas
Winter Texans visiting Port Aransas are captivated by its unique history. Port Aransas was once a stomping ground for pirates, including the famous Jean Lafitte that traveled the seas hundreds of years ago. Legend has it that Lafitte buried treasure on the shores of Port Aransas and today thousands of Snowbirds and other guests peruse the white sandy beaches in search of treasure. Port Aransas is also home to hundreds of species of fish, shrimp, dolphins, and is a winter home for many North American birds, including the endangered whooping crane. The natural environment provides a great setting for many Winter Texans to enjoy fishing and birding.

Port Aransas Area Attractions
Snowbirds will find that Port Aransas and nearby towns including the city of Corpus Christi offer Winter Texans of all interests a variety of recreational activities, events, attractions and other exciting things to do. Snowbirds enjoy golfing, shopping at local outlet centers and malls and visiting the many exciting Corpus Christi attractions including. Local attractions offer senior citizen discount days and some offer low daily rates for Winter Texans. Other attractions offer educational lectures specifically for Snowbirds. The Corpus Christ Medical Center is a member of the nationwide Senior Friends organization, which Winter offers Winter Texans day trips, extended travel opportunities, exercise programs and facilities, healthy living classes, computer classes, as well as arts and crafts, table games and more for Winter Texans. Many other fairs, auctions, festivals, and other special events including health fairs, a home and garden expo, Ranching Heritage Festival and the annual Mr. and Mrs. Winter Texan contest are available to Winter Texans in Port Aransas.

Port Aransas Area Services Port Aransas has a lot to offer its Winter Texans. From comfortable condominiums and luxurious resorts to RV parks, lodges and hotels, all Snowbird lodging needs and desires are met. Area pharmacies and the friendly staff at the Corpus Christi Medical Center are ready to assist Winter Texans with any medical attention that is needed. Port Aransas is also home to numerous fine dining and casual restaurants offering a variety of meal options that are sure to tempt a Winter Texans taste buds.

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