With its white sandy beaches, outdoor activities, and laid-back atmosphere, Port Aransas is a perfect destination for a weekend getaway. Whether you love fishing, kayaking, golfing, or strolling along the beach, there are many fun things to do in this lovely coastal town. Here’s our ideal Port Aransas weekend itinerary and discover some of the best activities you can enjoy during your weekend stay in Port Aransas. Day 1...
Super Bowl Sunday is all about great food, cold drinks, and an electric game-day atmosphere, and if you’re spending it on the Texas Coast, you’re in luck. Port Aransas and nearby Corpus Christi are home to some of the best sports bars around, offering big screens, lively crowds, and plenty of game-day specials to keep the excitement going from kickoff to the final whistle. Whether you’re looking for a high-energy...
Port Aransas, Texas, is a great spring break destination for people of all ages. With beautiful beaches and nature parks to explore, a diverse range of fun activities, and interesting restaurants and nightlife, this island town offers something for everyone. Spring break in Port Aransas is one of the most popular times for tourists to visit, so visitors should expect more traffic and crowds than at other times of the...
Christmas and New Year’s are truly a magical time of year to be in Port Aransas! The holiday season in Port Aransas features lots of unique festivities, allowing our guests to create fun memories and traditions with family. Check out some of the fun holiday events happening in Port Aransas this year, and start planning your Texas Gulf Coast vacation! Get into the holiday spirit with a parade Enjoy...
Thanksgiving is a fabulous time of year for friendship, family and counting blessings. Everyone has so much to be thankful for and why not be thankful at the beach?! Port Aransas is the perfect place to bring your family for a fun and sandy filled holiday. Nestled along the Gulf of Mexico, Port Aransas offers a unique and refreshing backdrop for your Thanksgiving festivities. The weather around Thanksgiving typically features...
October along the Texas Gulf Coast brings more than just cooler temperatures; it ushers in a wave of spooky, sandy fun as Port Aransas and Corpus Christi transform for Halloween. From family-friendly trick-or-treating to festive bar crawls in your best costume, the area offers both chilling and charming events to celebrate the season. Trade in your carved pumpkins for sand sculptures and your spooky stories for pirate tales, because we’re...
Port Aransas may be a small island town, but it’s packed with unforgettable sights and experiences that make it truly one of a kind. Years ago, the Port Aransas Preservation and Historical Association (PAPHA) introduced the “Eight Wonders of Port Aransas,” a collection of landmarks that are incredibly important to Port A’s history. If you’re looking for things to do in Port Aransas during your beach vacation, add these local...
Fall in Texas is such a gorgeous time of the year, especially in Port Aransas. There are many benefits to visiting Port A during the offseason. Fewer crowds, comfortable temperatures, and miles of wide-open beaches, to name a few. Book your Mustang Island vacation and experience Port Aransas in a new light this fall. Table of Contents Lower vacation rental rates Offers a tranquil beach getaway An abundance of fall...
While we’re still savoring every bit of summer, August is right around the corner, which means shopping for school supplies and getting ready to head back to school. There’s still plenty of time to dig your toes in the sand and soak up the sunshine one last time, though! Plan your Mustang Island vacation and stay in one of our Port Aransas oceanfront vacation rentals for one last hurrah before...
Port Aransas is about a 40-minute drive to the bustling Corpus Christi, making it the perfect day trip for a family vacationing in Port Aransas. With numerous options for kid-friendly activities, it can be challenging to choose what’s best for your crew. We’ve created a list of the best things to do in Corpus Christi with kids! 1. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History The Corpus Christi Museum...
