Taking a mini vacation in the middle of a vacation is one of those quirky life adventures that everyone should experience at least once, and your upcoming vacation to Port Aransas will be the best time to see for yourself. Our town is a small one located on a barrier island, and even though it offers all the adventures you dreamed it would, taking a day trip to some of...
The month of August can be bittersweet as it signifies the unofficial end of summer, the return to school, and the realization that the cold months are a lot closer than they were just a few months ago, but also the knowledge that there is still time to get your summer on. Lovers of summer are always looking for ways to extend the good times and for many travelers, they...
Why does it feel we wait forever for summer to arrive and in just seconds it is over? That is one of the mysteries of life that we may never know the answer to, but we at The Dunes do have an answer as to some activities you can participate in during your late summer visit to Port Aransas. Offering fun, relaxation, and excitement, it is never too late to...
Labor Day weekend may seem as if it is a long way away from now, but you know how quickly the days speed by and even though Memorial Day has barely ended, you know that Port Aransas is where you will be that last weekend of August and the Dunes are where you are going to stay. Those were two of the easiest decisions you have made this year, but...
A visit to Port Aransas is sure to involve beach days, barbecues, and all the comforts of home when you choose The Dunes for your vacation accommodations, but did you know there are some things to do that you may not quite expect? Yes, we are a coastal village on a barrier island, one that isn’t all that large in the grand scheme of things, and you may have thought...
As winter is still throwing its last-minute temper tantrums in your eastern hometown, here in Port Aransas, spring has sprung, and the first signs of summer are already starting to appear. The temperatures start to creep into the 70s, sometimes tiptoeing into the 80s, the sun shines a little brighter, and we all begin taking the fun outdoors, eager to enjoy the beautiful weather. If your journey is bringing you...
As we move ever closer to the end of 2024, you may be starting your New Year’s list of resolutions. There is something about the possibilities of the new year that makes us want to be better people, but we at The Dunes think you are perfect the way you are, and we suggest that you whittle that list down to just one very fun and very fulfilling resolution, one...
What better time to make your beach vacation dreams come true than in the summer months and what better place to live them than in Port Aransas? It’s true, We at the Dunes, may be biased, we love our Texas hometown with a fierce passion and we have made it our life’s goal to introduce all that’s wonderful about Port A to travelers from all over the world, so when...
The year-round sun and warmth of Texas makes it an ideal destination any time of year, and Port A is the perfect mix of sun, sand, water, and fun for a vacation that everyone will love. You’ll definitely be picking up some souvenirs from your many adventures, but you don’t want to miss browsing our unique local shops in Port Aransas, too. From clothing and accessories to great gifts for...
Unlike other locales that may be covered in snow and ice, Port A enjoys comfortable temperatures year-round. You’ll find activities most places reserve for summer are still in full force. Hang out on the beach, go jet skiing, parasailing, and more. Explore below the cooler waves of the Gulf on underwater adventures like snorkeling and SCUBA trips, or keep to the land with sightseeing, shopping, dining, and live performances like...
