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South Padre Island garners 5 "Best" awards from Texas Travel Industry Association
Posted May 2nd 2012
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During the 36th annual Travel Study Tour, sponsored by the Texas Travel Industry Association last fall, South Padre Island received five "Best" awards out of eight categories during the Study Tour of the Coastal Rio Grande Valley. Participants in
Sandcastle Days Celebrates Silver Anniversary
Posted April 1st 2012
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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX – The Pearl South Padre, Schlitterbahn Beach Resort & City of South Padre Island will partner to produce the 25th Year of Sandcastle Days, September 14-16, 2012
South Padre Island Gears Up For Spring Break Party
Posted February 1st 2012
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From beach bashes to pub crawls, South Padre Island offers non-stop action for spring breakers
South Padre Island Celebrates Holidays with Santa & Sand
Posted October 19th 2011
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Island celebrates with nighttime boat parade, fireworks and more.
South Padre Island guarantees visitors a white Christmas – as long as it’s miles of sugary, fine-sand beaches you’re after.
Tickets Available For 7th Annual SPI Invitational Basketball Tournament
Posted September 28th 2011
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As Island gears up for record fan attendance, Officials say ‘make reservations now’
Amateurs, pros turn South Padre Island sand into art at 24th annual Sandcastle Days, Oct. 19-23, 2011
Posted September 23rd 2011
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Families, kids sculpt on the beach alongside international artists.
Sandcastle Days is a chance to see master sculptors turn sand into magnificent works of art. But it's also a chance for families, friends and kids of all ages to jump in and ma
South Padre Island’s Sea Turtle, Inc. Announces Plans for Expansion
Posted July 1st 2011
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The Directors of Sea Turtle, Inc. are pleased to announce that on June 17, 2011 the organization purchased 5.08 acres of unimproved land immediately adjacent to its existing facility.
72nd Annual Texas International Fishing Tournament Set for Aug. 3-7
Posted July 1st 2011
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The 72nd annual Texas International Fishing Tournament (TIFT) is scheduled for Aug. 3-7, 2011 and is expected to attract more than 1,200 participants.
U.S. News & World Report Names South Padre Island a “Best Affordable U.S. Vacation” and a “Best Family Beach Vacation” Destination
Posted June 23rd 2011
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South Padre Island has been named a “Best Affordable U.S. Vacation” and a “Best Family Beach Vacation” in U.S. News & World Report's first-ever Best Vacations rankings, available online at
Activities are hot in the fall and winter on South Padre Island Fall, winter seasons lure travelers with wildlife, water sports and more
Posted June 23rd 2011
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South Padre Island has a reputation as a magnet for families in the summer months and as a mecca for college students during Spring Break. However, in fall and winter, the barrier reef island’s white, fine-sand beaches and blue Gulf wate
South Padre Island Serves Up Summer Fun
Posted April 27th 2011
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When it’s time to start planning that family vacation, South Padre Island is a wonderful family-friendly beach destination, thanks to the many affordable activities it offers for kids and adults alike. It's white, sugary beaches and tropica
South Padre Island Gears Up For Spring Break Party
Posted February 7th 2011
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From beach bashes to pub crawls, South Padre Island offers non-stop action for spring breakers
South Padre Rings In 2011 With Nation's Warmest Polar Bear Dip
Posted December 14th 2010
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Couple to wed before taking the plunge; up to 2,000 expected for 13th annual Polar Bear Dip on New Year’s Day
South Padre Island Celebrates Holidays with Santa & Sand
Posted November 29th 2010
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Island celebrates with nighttime boat parade, fireworks and more.
Tickets Available For Sixth Annual SPI Invitational
Posted November 1st 2010
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As Island gears up for record fan attendance, officials say ‘make reservations now’.
South Padre Island Agrees With AAA’s Predictions for Upcoming Holiday Travel, Looks Forward To A Strong Labor Day Weekend For Visitors To The Island
Posted August 30th 2010
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AAA is projecting the number of Americans traveling this Labor Day holiday weekend will increase 9.9 percent from 2009, with approximately 34.4 million travelers taking a trip at least 50 miles away from home.
New Hilton Garden Inn Opens on South Padre Island
Posted July 16th 2010
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Beach-front property adds 156 rooms to Island lodging options
South Padre Island Welcomes July 4th With Clean Beaches, Fireworks & Fun
Posted July 1st 2010
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Islanders gear up for holiday weekend after narrow miss by Hurricane Alex.
Surf-Ready Wheelchairs Provide Freedom, Independence To South Padre Island Visitors With Disabilities
Posted June 17th 2010
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Chairs, improved accesses keep South Padre beaches open to all.
71st Annual Texas International Fishing Tournament Set for July 28-Aug.1
Posted June 10th 2010
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Texas’ largest saltwater fishing tournament expected to attract 1,200 participants.
South Padre Island Expects Strong Summer Travel Season
Posted May 24th 2010
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Improved economic conditions lead to uptick in winter, spring numbers
2010 SPI Summer Fun
Posted April 15th 2010
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Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start planning that family vacation. South Padre Island is a wonderful family-friendly beach destination, thanks to the many affordable activities it offers for kids and...
South Padre Island Offers Wide Range of Budget-Friendly Activities
Posted April 1st 2010
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In these challenging economic times, South Padre Island continues to be a popular vacation destination for many cost-conscious travelers. One reason is the fact that once here, budget-minded visitors have a wide range of free or low-cost activity
Fact Sheet: Spring 2010 Updates From South Padre Island
Posted March 15th 2010
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Here’s a look at what’s new on South Padre Island for Spring 2010.
South Padre Island Gears Up For Second Biggest Spring Break Party In US
Posted February 10th 2010
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Island officials expect up to 45,000 spring breakers.
From The Mild To The Wild, South Padre Island Offers An Ideal Setting For Water Sports
Posted February 1st 2010
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Island features top conditions for windsurfing, kiteboarding, and more
Spring Break, Not Spring Broke
Posted February 1st 2010
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A South Padre Island Spring Break Survival Guide
South Padre Island Gears Up For Spring Break Party
Posted February 1st 2010
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From beach bashes to pub crawls, South Padre Island offers non-stop action for spring breakers.
South Padre Island Is A Paradise For Nature, Wildlife Viewing
Posted January 25th 2010
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Subtropic island gives visitors close encounters with native wildlife in the air, in the water and on the ground
South Padre Island Offers A Fisherman's Paradise
Posted January 15th 2010
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South Padre Island is Texas’ southernmost beach locale. This unique geographic location lends a bit of tropical feel to South Padre Island and its surrounding waters. For anglers, this adds up to year-round salt water angling options
Special Events Offer Year-Round Fun On South Padre Island
Posted January 15th 2010
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Fireworks, sand castles, motorcycles and sports fill Island’s calendar each year
