You chose Port Aransas as your vacation destination, expecting fun, relaxation, and an experience that you won’t soon forget, all of which is exactly what you will get. And because you also chose La Mirage for your accommodations, you will also get to enjoy comfortable moments at home, watching the sun set, swimming in resort pools, and experiencing family moments that will bring your vacation to the next level. This guide to a fun day out on your Port Aransas beach vacation is designed to give you a few ideas for your Texas getaway, and whether you choose to follow it exactly as it is written or you decide to borrow a few ideas to go along with your own itinerary, a good time is guaranteed!
Fuel Up for Fun on Your Port Aransas Beach Vacation
A fun day should always start with a hearty meal, ensuring you have the energy to complete everything on your itinerary. For the best breakfast, we encourage you to visit the Island Café of Port Aransas, located at 301 S Alister Street. This isn’t a fancy spot, this is a spot where you go when you want to eat well and feel comfortable, especially when traveling with kids, and when you do, we highly recommend that no matter what you choose for a main course, be sure to order their homemade biscuits.
Sun, Sand, and Surf Await
Our first item on today’s agenda is a visit to the beach, where even in the winter months the experience will feed your soul and bring joy to your heart. It may be too cold to swim during your visit (depending on when you plan on arriving), but if you do nothing more than walk along shore’s edge, feeling the salt air breezes kiss your cheeks as the squawking of seagulls and other seabirds seeking a meal competes with the roar of the surf, it will still be one of the most magical parts of your journey. On sunny days you can still stake your claim on a section of sand, letting the winter sun warm bones that are still chilled from your winter adventures at home and reveling in the beauty of the moment. Finding your way to Mustang Island State Park can also lead to the search for seashells, hikes along trails, and maybe a picnic lunch with your happy family.
An Entertaining Education
The Patton Center for Marine Science Education, located at the Marine Science Institute, offers an aquarium-like experience with its exhibits on marine life. Presenting a peek into the lives of seahorses, eels, local fish, and more, admittance is free and the interactive exhibits will appeal to children of all ages. (And yes, the adults in your group will enjoy this adventure as well!)
The Friendliest Denizens of the Sea
No vacation in Port Aransas would be complete without a dolphin watching tour, and we think the best tours are the ones that take place at sunset with Woody’s Last Stand, located at 154 W Cotter Avenue. Knowledgeable and personable captains will take guests on a tour of the sea, knowing from experience where the best spots are to spy these friendly creatures. When you take their Sunset Dolphin Watch tour, you will also experience the breathtaking beauty of Mother Nature’s finest performance! This wonderful company goes the extra mile in their tours, offering an educational narrative as well as the experience of trawling for shrimp, and we promise that this adventure will be the one you talk about for months to come.
Rollin’ Tide Boil Co
Another quintessential Port Aransas activity is a crab boil on the beach, and the Rollin’ Tide Boil Co is our favorite company to utilize for this tasty activity. Their three-hour Private Seafood Dinner & Bonfire on the Beach will be a joy for all your senses and includes a fan favorite, s’mores, for dessert. (Yes, you will be able to roast your marshmallows in the bonfire, adding to the fun of the adventure!) Offering upgrades to the basic experience, including crab legs for the boil and beach games such as Jenga or Cornhole to play as you relax and savor the beauty of a Texas beach night, this experience is the one that will make all your friends and family back home turn green with envy when they see the pics or hear about the tales.
Hanging Out in Our La Mirage Texas Retreats
Because the fun should not end when you walk in the door of your vacation accommodations, coming home to La Mirage will be an integral part of your day of fun and happiness in Port Aransas. Relaxing with your family while watching movies before going to bed, playing board games while gathered around the table, or simply sitting out on the balcony letting the sea work its magic on your soul are just a few of the ways you will continue to have fun at home. Reserve your favorite Port Aransas vacation rental today!
