Winter storms may still be attacking your hometown and you may feel as if you will never be warm again, but we at Port Aransas-Texas.com can assure you that sunny days, beachy experiences, and comfortable moments are not that far away. You have been planning a Port Aransas summer getaway for a while, and now, during the dark days of the season, it is the perfect time to start exploring all the things you can do during your Texas summer vacation, with this guide giving you tips and hints about what you can expect.

Beach Days Are the Best Days On Your Texas Summer Vacation

We’re sure you aren’t surprised that the number one summer activity in Port Aransas is a beach day and because our summer sanctuaries are located right on the water, all you need to do is step outside, walk a few steps and all the fun of sun, sand, and surf will be yours. Build sandcastles at shore’s edge, sip margaritas while under the shade of a colorful umbrella or rent jet skis from Gettin’ Salty Watersports (815 Trout Street Slip 7 #1908) and spend your day zipping around the Gulf.

Angler’s Delight

Fishing is actually a year round thrill here in Port Aransas, but there is just something about a summer day that makes the activity even more wonderful. Book a fishing charter from Fisherman’s Wharf Port Aransas or grab a pole and your fishing license and head over to the Port Aransas South Jetty and catch your limit on this beautiful summer’s day, taking it back home to grill in the barbecue area of your condo.

Ahoy There Matey!

When traveling with children it can often be difficult to find activities that everyone will enjoy, especially the younger ones, but Red Dragon Pirate’s Cruises will prove to you how different your Port A getaway will be. Offering an authentic pirate experience without all that walking the plank nonsense, there will be cannon fire, sword fights, treasure hunting, and beer. A full bar ensures that parents will love the experience as much as their tiny buccaneers! Book your tickets here.

Relax and Luxuriate at Home with Port Aransas-Texas.com

Hanging out at home in your Texas condo may be your favorite part of your Port Aransas summer vacation, and as you sleep late, watch the sun set from the balcony, or chill by the pool, the long cold days of winter will be forgotten. Reserve your favorite summer sanctuary today!

The most difficult part of planning a vacation can be finding the accommodations that will make you feel welcome without breaking the bank, but during the first week in February this year, that is all going to change. February 5th is Book Direct Day, a day in which you will discover that your Port Aransas vacation and stay in our PortAransas-Texas.com vacation sanctuary can be less expensive than ever before. This guide to the reasons you should book direct in Port Aransas will give you a little something extra to look forward to!

Book Direct in Port Aransas, Shop Local

When you think of shopping local, you may think about those mom and pop shops that spring up on corners in small towns, in restaurants that have sat at the same location for years while multiple generations of owners come and go, but did you know that we at PortAransas-Texas.com are a local business as well? We work here, we live here, and the money you spend on our properties will be funneled back into the local community, rebuilding our economy from the bottom up. Booking direct can help you out while also helping you do something good for the community.

What You See Is What You Get

Vacation properties can steal a piece of our hearts, especially when you find the one that makes you stop in your tracks. Chances are after you click on the book now button, you will come back to the page many times in the days leading up to your adventure of a lifetime, and when you first arrive, you will feel like you’ve been greeted by an old and familiar friend. What you see is what you get when you book direct, unlike when you choose a third-party website that could be using ancient photos and bait and switch techniques.

The Money You Will Save

Assessing fees is something the big vacation rental websites love to do, but when you book direct, you can save on fees and so much more. Offering access to last-minute discounts, holiday sales, even exclusive deals on spotlighted properties, booking directly from PortAransas-Texas.com will allow you to rent the property that pulls at your heartstrings without too much stress on your budget.

February 5th Is Book Direct Day

Booking directly from PortAransas-Texas.com will bring you savings, smiles, and all the comforts of home. Reserve your favorite property with us today!

Planning a budget for your upcoming Port Aransas vacation may seem like the most adult thing you will ever do, and even as it may very well be true, doing so will enable you to play as hard as you did in your childhood, knowing that you won’t have to miss out on a single adventure due to lack of funds. We at PortAransas-Texas.com understand it’s not fun talking about money, but when you are hiring a deep sea fishing charter or biting into a special occasion meal that will help you celebrate your time in Texas, we think you won’t mind the little bit of extra work in the beginning stages. To make the progress easier, we have created this guide to budgeting for your upcoming 2025 Port Aransas vacation leaving you nothing more to do than to sit back, relax, and enjoy your time in our Texas Beach town!

The Fees You May Forget

Remember when you received your first paycheck and you were stunned and dismayed about the taxes taken out? Although Port Aransas is actually quite affordable, there are some fees and additional charges that could push you over your budget limits if you didn’t read about them here. Parking at the beaches of Port Aransas, for example will cost you a onetime fee of $12 during your 2025 visit, as the parking fee is an annual one. If you return again in 2026 you will have to pay it again. If you plan on doing any fishing during your Texas trip of a lifetime, a fishing license will set you back $16 for an all water (salt or fresh) license. And finally, a visit to the historic Horace Caldwell Pier, costs $3 per person to explore and $4 per fishing pole. None of these are particularly expensive, unless you are traveling with a large group, but they are convenient facts to know.

Angler’s Delight

Port Aransas is known as the Fishing Capital of Texas, enticing anglers from all over the world to make their way to our “doorstep.” And although you can fish for as little as the cost of a fishing license when fishing from the Port Aransas Jetty, the excitement of a fishing charter takes your vacation story to the next level of wonderful. There are many wonderful companies that will take amateur anglers out to the deep waters, including Port Aransas Fisherman’s Wharf. Offering bay expeditions that keep you inshore and last just 3 hours long, you may even discover a shark dangling at the business end of your line, with this tour costing between $35 to $60 per person. But when the siren’s call of the sea calls, you can answer easily with their deep water expeditions that last anywhere from 6 hours all the way up to a whopping 56 hours of fishing time! The 6-hour excursion costs between $80 and $125 and will target a variety of species, including red snapper when in season. (November 18- December 31) The 56 hour trip is only available from October through March and can be enjoyed at one price, $1150 per person, no matter your age. Open to all ages, this charter is an experience you will never forget, offering the chance to catch the trophy fish of your dreams, including Blue Marlin, Mako Shark, Blackfin Tuna, and even Barracuda.

A Taste of the Town

Dining out usually takes up a large portion of your vacation budget, but in Port Aransas you may be surprised at how reasonably priced the culinary landscape can be. You will also discover an international landscape of deliciousness that will fit into any vacation budget. Island Café, located at 301 S Alister Street is a popular breakfast and lunch spot features a menu that runs in the $10 to $20 range (with more items leaning toward the lower end of the scale. FINS Grill & Icehouse, 420 W Cotter Avenue, offers an extensive lunch and dinner menu that you will want to take your time exploring and if you leave without trying their fish tacos, you will regret it. The restaurant landscape of Port Aransas is a varied one, with most places offering prices that run in that $10 to $30 range, so plan accordingly, and relax happily knowing that you can save a little more by cooking at home in our fully equipped kitchens!

Budgeting for Comfort

The prices of our PortAransas-Texas.com vacation retreats will vary according to size, location, and amenities, but if there was ever a time when you don’t want to go cheap, it is when you are choosing your vacation accommodations! Fortunately, you won’t have to choose between affordability and comfort and in many cases, you will even be saving money when you pick our homes or condos to be your sanctuary. Reserve your favorite escape today!