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Not every vacation experience is a family friendly one, but when it comes time to start planning your Memorial Day getaway, we are sure this is one holiday that you prefer to be one that the entire family will enjoy, making a South Padre Island vacation exactly what you need. Offering pristine beaches, fireworks displays, and all the comforts of home in our Franke Rentals holiday hideaways, we can promise this Memorial Day will be one to remember. This guide to the family friendly holiday activities you can enjoy during

After a long winter, the first signs of spring are always greeted with happiness, no matter where you live, but if you are ready for a taste of summer in your cold climate hometown, you might want to start planning an Easter getaway to South Padre Island. Offering temperatures that may climb up to 85 degrees, the sun will be shining down, and your Franke Rentals holiday hideaway will be offering comfortable adventures that will make you forget all about the uncomfortable weather you’ve been experiencing during the winter months.

Although most families only travel as far as their own family’s homes on Easter, we at Franke Rentals think that this year you should shake things up a bit with a vacation to enjoy a South Padre Easter weekend. The weather stays in “the absolutely beautiful zone,” rarely raining and generally remaining warm enough to enjoy an Easter celebration at the beach, allowing travelers to return home with a very nice jealousy inducing tan. This guide to celebrating Easter on South Padre Island will show you everything you will miss

Christmas may once have been your favorite holiday, but the way Christmas is celebrated today took all the joy out of it, as you spend too much money, fight too many grumpy shoppers at the stores, and spend so much time in the kitchen preparing a meal that you just know grumpy old Uncle Ken will turn his nose up at. But we at Franke Rentals believe we can help make it your favorite again, offering charming holiday hideaways and a Texas island experience that will bring all the joyful

Magic and Christmas have always gone hand in hand, and when you decide to spend your holiday in South Padre Island in 2024, you will be amazed at all the different ways you will find magic. Maybe it will be the colorful lights that brighten the night or the special events that we Texas do so well, or maybe magic will be found in the sparkle in your children’s eyes, the flush on their cheeks, and the excitement of waiting for the best day of the year to arrive. And

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to enjoy a relaxing getaway. South Padre Island, with its stunning beaches, vibrant activities and welcoming atmosphere, is the ultimate destination for a memorable holiday. Here’s your guide to spending Labor Day in South Padre Island. Browse Our Luxury Vacation Rentals Here! Things to See and Do South Padre Island is renowned for its pristine beaches. Spend your days lounging on the soft sand, swimming in the warm Gulf waters or trying out water sports like jet skiing, parasailing and kiteboarding. The beaches

Picture your toes sinking into soft, white sand, cool waves lapping at your ankles, and the warm Texas sun painting your skin with a golden glow. This isn’t just a dream, it’s your reality this South Padre Island Memorial Day Weekend. That said, pack your swimsuit, sunscreen, and sense of adventure, because unforgettable memories await you on this barrier island paradise. Escape to Paradise Courtesy of Your South Padre Island Memorial Day Getaway You can kick off your day with a vibrant sunrise stroll along the seven miles of pristine

For this upcoming Valentine’s Day treat your loved one to a relaxing experience by visiting South Padre Island. You will find that South Padre Island keeps the romance alive with a variety of activities and events around the Valentine’s Day holiday. Best of all our vacation rentals will keep you comfortable inside private homes. Take a look at the most romantic ways to spend your South Padre Island Valentine’s Day with us. Stroll The Beach The best part of South Padre Island is that the weather is always mild especially

Are you in the mood for something a little different this year for your holiday plans? Each year countless families spend their holiday season together at home enjoying time with one another. Timeless traditions are hard to beat but once you see the kind of fun you can have on South Padre Island you will be easily moved. Come spend Christmas right here on South Padre Island for a beach side getaway. While home may be covered in snow on Christmas Day you will find the weather to be nice

The holiday season always seems to creep up each year. While it may seem like summer just ended, we are already getting ready for the Thanksgiving holiday. Spend your holiday season by starting a new family tradition of visiting somewhere new. One such destination for your holiday escape can be the beautiful shores of South Padre Island. Our Texas home offers plenty for you to enjoy with Thanksgiving and fall related activities. You will not find a better place for some Thanksgiving shenanigans. Take a look at your guide to