A new casino ship has docked in the Port Aransas area. The ship, which was formally called Jacks or Better is in its new home at the Tarpon Shores Bait and Beers Stand, which is on the road between the Port Aransas Ferry and Aransas Pass. The Aransas Queen will sail six days a week, with both day and evening cruises, as well as special events for holidays. There will be … [Read more...] about Casino Ship Docks in Port Aransas Corpus Christi area
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The Texas coast travel and tourism industry
David Teel, President and CEO of the Texas Travel Industry Association (TTIA). TTIA represents an array of travel and tourism-related business in our state, including hotels, airlines, attractions, campgrounds, convention and visitor bureaus, advertising firms, restaurants, travel agencies and tour operators. Mr. Teel shared his thoughts on the current state of the travel and … [Read more...] about The Texas coast travel and tourism industry
15 Gems of the Texas Coast
The summer heat can be a beast, but even more so if you live in a congested city. If you want to get away to cool off and relax, Texas has more than 350 miles of wild coastal beauty waiting. True, when you think of a beach vacation the Texas coast may not be the first to come to mind. But if you know where to look, you’ll find the Coastal Bend full of beautiful locations … [Read more...] about 15 Gems of the Texas Coast
SpaceX Will Launch Their Rockets From the Texas Coast
T-minus 10 seconds and counting, 10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1, South Padre Island we have liftoff! That may be coming from a SpaceX command center in South Texas soon, as the company reportedly prepares to dump Florida for the Lone Star State for its launches. SpaceX is close to announcing a new commercial launch complex in Brownsville. Last week the company cleared a Federal … [Read more...] about SpaceX Will Launch Their Rockets From the Texas Coast
Tips for a Fitter and Happier Vacation
See the sights. On foot or bike, that is. Skip the bus tours and check out your new surroundings the old-fashioned way to burn calories while taking in the views. Lots of cities even offer running tours to let you explore while getting a workout in. Take the stairs.| Skip the elevator and sneak in some extra cardio. Bonus: Lots of sightseeing attractions—churches and towers, … [Read more...] about Tips for a Fitter and Happier Vacation