Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped stretch of a barrier island in the world, has more than 133,000 acres of protected, natural beaches, white dunes, thriving grassland, saltwater marshes, and a host of untouched wildlife. Experience the island in its natural state with primitive camping, which is allowed in any spot along the entire length of the beach. Year-round inhabitants include coyotes, white-tail deer, peregrine falcons, kangaroo rats, and jackrabbits.
Aero Copters invites you to experience an exhilarating ride, where the pilot will take you on a high-flying adventure over the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, beaches, and the serene coastline of Corpus Christi. Enjoy the Port A Strip, where you can experience Mustang Beach, the ferry boats crossing the channel, beautiful boats in the marina, Turtle Cove, and Salt Island. Check out the Ransom Rum, where you'll see Dagger, Steadman, Ransom Islands, and the handsome Redfish Bay. If you want to fly at night, choose the Lexington Night, where you will enjoy the dazzling nighttime tour, where you will see the Corpus Christi skyline as you cruise along and see the harbor bridge and USS Lexington lit up spectacularly.
Grab your sails and suit up for the Portland Windfest, a family festival with endless fun, where you can enjoy three on three Basketball Tournaments, a BoardHouse Skateboard Show, Racing Pigs, Swimming Pigs, and a Tug-of-War Challenge, which is sure to keep you sitting on the edge of your seat. Portland Windfest will blow you away with fun over classic favorites like Noahs Way Exotic Petting Zoo, Antique Tractor Show, Mechanical Bull Ride, Pony Rides, Youth Golf Tournament, Horseshoe Tournaments, Chili, Rib, Brisket, and Kid’s Pizza Cook-off, the All Dog Costume Parade, Arts and Crafts, Food Booths, Parade and Carnival.
Reserve an unforgettable dining experience at the famous Republic of Texas Bar & Grill, one of Corpus Christi's top restaurants and dining destinations. This multilevel Texas steakhouse offers mouthwatering dishes with a cozy ambiance where diners can enjoy the stunning views of the sparkling blue waters of Corpus Christi Bay. Named Diners' Choice Winner by OpenTable.com, they have all the ingredients for the perfect celebration, an award-winning wine list, and a tempting menu featuring prime beef, wild game, and seafood.