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Right off the southern tip of Texas is a tropical paradise offering as much or as little activity as you want. Whether gazing at a magnificent sunset over Laguna Madre, deep-sea fishing, parasailing, hiking, bird-watching, scuba diving, golfing or simply lazing on the soft white sand beach, this long, narrow barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico offers the ocean-, sun- or recreation-bound vacationer a heavenly respite from the daily grind. Except for Spring Break, when students flood the area... more » Right off the southern tip of Texas is a tropical paradise offering as much or as little activity as you want. Whether gazing at a magnificent sunset over Laguna Madre, deep-sea fishing, parasailing, hiking, bird-watching, scuba diving, golfing or simply lazing on the soft white sand beach, this long, narrow barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico offers the ocean-, sun- or recreation-bound vacationer a heavenly respite from the daily grind. Except for Spring Break, when students flood the area, the atmosphere is quiet and laid-back. The clear turquoise waters are enticing, but there's no shortage of activities for landlubbers. Go horseback riding on the beach, play a round of tennis or golf, hike or join the birders seeking out the area's more than 300 species. Or get a bird's-eye view of the coast from the top of the historic Port Isabel Lighthouse. Fresh seafood with all varieties of seasoning and other fare is served at excellent restaurants, many with outdoor seating. A true island getaway, South Padre will renew your soul. « less
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Traveler Reviews

“Rip Off! Terrible service and overpriced.”

Amberjack's

1 of 5 stars
Traveler12387
Dallas
Jul 5, 2009

1st: We called for reservations and were told they do not take reservations. When we arrived there was empty tables waiting for people who were 20 minutes late for their reservation. we were told we...more

“Lovely South Padre!!”

Palms Resort

4 of 5 stars
calinurse
Oakland, CA
Jul 4, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This was my first time ever to South Padre island, so this review cannot be separated by my delight at the discovery of a new, wonderful place. The beach is beautiful, the water WARM and clear and...more

“Too dumpy for us”

Surf Motel

2 of 5 stars
camel03
McAllen Texas
Jul 4, 2009

We had read the reviews, but made a reservation anyway since a friend recommended this place. Like us, she had a daughter and grandchildren here from out of state. After we paid the non-refundable...more

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