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...
Valentine’s Day is a day that isn’t always respected for its beauty, with many people considering it a manufactured one developed to sell cards, and that may be true, but it is also a day in which we celebrate the ones we love most, and is that really a bad thing? 2025 has gotten off to a slow and wintry start, but a visit to Port Aransas and a stay...
Port Aransas, Texas is a picturesque destination that captures the essence of coastal charm and outdoor adventure. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing beach vacation or a lively getaway filled with water activities and sightseeing, Port Aransas offers something for every traveler. If you’re planning a trip to this stunning coastal town, one of the key decisions you’ll make is where to stay. With so many vacation rental options, it can...
If your vacation journey is bringing you to Port Aransas in 2025 and you haven’t finalized your vacation accommodations as of yet, we at The Dunes have some thoughts on the matter. First of all, February 5th is a new “holiday” officially known as Book Direct Day, and it has been created to show you the benefits of booking direct versus letting your fingers scroll over to the third-party websites...
Remember the year you went to Disney and didn’t have enough money to buy those blingy personalized Mickey ears? Or the year you went to Steamboat Springs for a week, but only had enough money to pay for three days of ski passes? Budgeting for your vacations is a very adult but extremely vital part of the vacation experience, and because we at The Dunes don’t want you to miss...
Planning a vacation isn’t just about getting away—it’s about giving yourself the gift of relaxation, rejuvenation, and the chance to experience something new. If you’ve been dreaming of a beach getaway where you can unwind, explore, and indulge, Port Aransas is the perfect place to make those dreams come true. Nestled on the beautiful Texas Gulf Coast, Port Aransas offers everything you need for a “treat yourself” vacation, whether you’re...
As you are sitting out in your backyard with your feet in the kiddie pool your kiddos are playing inside to keep cool, you can almost feel a slight lowering of the temperatures, and you can practically hear the sounds of your children’s schools coming back to life. The summer has flown by, and it is almost time for the first bell of the school year to ring, but if...
You came to Port A for Texas warmth, fun, and the sand and water at the beach along the Gulf of Mexico. No matter when you come, there are also plenty of fun things to do and see that are fun, including a myriad of adrenaline-pumping as well as relaxing water sports to experience. There’s something for every type of water sports enthusiast to enjoy during an island retreat. Check...
When that last bell chimes at midnight and the final sips of champagne are enjoyed, it won’t just signify that 2023 is over but mark the beginning of 2024 and a chance to do some things for yourself for a change. Perhaps your dream of travel will come true as you start a journey to Port Aransas, complete with a stay in our beachy escapes, enjoying peace, quiet, and all...
Proving that there is never a bad time to go to the beach, we at The Dunes have decided to help out our guests who are making plans for a winter journey to Port Aransas. The weather may be a little too chilly to swim or frolic in the surf, but the serenity that accompanies a beach vacation is ever present, providing the perfect backdrop to a vacation filled with...
