An excerpt from a blog written by Vessy Smith

Many people think of South Padre Island, TX as a favorite spring break destination for college students. While it is a beloved beach party spot for the young and carefree, South Padre is also a fantastic family vacation choice. The amount of fun kid-friendly activities in this small resort town is truly astounding.

One really great adventure to enjoy with the whole family is taking a boat ride around the island. But be warned, there are many options to choose from, and you may find yourself a bit unsure as to which one to pick. Don’t worry! The Smith family is here to help you, so check out their fun South Padre Island boat-riding experiences! Meet the dolphins and other sea critters that live in the area, then join the crew and sail with the pirates of Laguna Madre!

Read the full article HERE.

Photo credit: Feelgoodandtravel.com / Vessy Smith

  • Swimming dolphin near the shore at South Padre Island
  • Holding a puffer fish on the Sea Life Safari Tour
  • Shorty and Robo Todo ready to sail the high seas
  • The Black Dragon pirate ship docked at Pirates Landing Pier