Take your winter plans to somewhere unforgettable this season. If you want to beat the cold wintery tundra back home and find yourself on a beach where it does not take you a full day of traveling to reach, look no further than South Padre Island. We have all heard the rumors about the exciting beach lifestyle at South Padre Island and the abundance of fun you can have any time of year. We are here to tell you that the rumors are all true and can be your reality this winter season. Plan a South Padre Island winter trip for a casual beachside stay like no other. Take a look at what to expect.
Plan for the Beach
Many visit South Padre Island each year in the winter to escape the blistering temperatures back home. You will be pleasantly surprised to find that South Padre Island sees daily highs in the low 70s still throughout the winter season. This makes it easy to still enjoy some time at the beach with a light jacket on. The winter season is also a slow travel season for South Padre Island so when you visit the beach you will find yourself having much more space than usual. Take advantage of this time and book time with one of the professional sandcastle sculptors on the island. Or simply relax with a book in hand as you soak up a little sunshine. There really is no bad way to spend your time at the beach!
Holiday Light Show
During your stay head over to the South Padre Island Entertainment District where you can find the annual Holiday Light Show taking place. This is the island’s most festive and largest holiday decoration sets to find. The Holiday Light Show is enjoyed from the comfort of your car where you drive along bright light displays that are synchronized to lovely holiday music. Various holiday decorations are always on hand too, making for great family photo ops to use for your annual winter card. Come see the biggest light show that South Padre Island has to offer!
Nana’s 7D Cinema
You can also find some indoor activities to enjoy during your time on South Padre Island. Head over to Nana’s 7D Cinema for their simulated roller coaster rides. This indoor activity replicates outdoor weather with special effects for a unique experience. This simulated roller coaster ride will offer some quick fun as each ride is approximately 12 minutes in length. Come see this unique experience available only on South Padre Island.
Holiday Sandcastle Village
One of the top attractions here in South Padre Island during the winter is the annual Holiday Sandcastle Village. While the Sandcastle Village remains throughout the year it is changed from season to season with the professional sandcastle builders on the island. The winter season sees the addition of festival life-sized sculptures including ornaments, lights, and much more. Some of the sculptures even change from year to year so it may be truly unique from one winter to the next. Get in before the spring season rolls in and brings out a completely redesigned Sandcastle Village.
Dolphin Watch Tours
One of the most popular activities year-round in South Padre Island is hitting the waves of the ocean on a dolphin watch tour. You have a few options to choose from for your tours here on South Padre Island, but The Original Dolphin Watch continues to be a local favorite. This is the number one dolphin watch company in the area and is sure to show you a good time. Their dolphin watch eco tours are offered on a daily schedule with three options each day; choose from the morning special starting at 11:00 a.m., the afternoon dolphin watch tour at 1:30 p.m., or the lovely sunset dolphin watch starting at 5:30 p.m. These tours will take you out to areas where the dolphins frolic around in the water and show off for those on the boats. The eco tour brings up items from the sea floor to study up close. Adults will have just as much fun as the kids do as each tour offers a BYOB option but please no glass on board the boats. Make sure to bring a blanket with you as the coastal breeze can be colder than usual in the winter. Take your family on the adventure of a lifetime and see these amazing animals up close this winter.
South Padre Island Winter
Winter is almost here so make sure to start planning ahead for your South Padre Island winter trip. Our vacation rentals are sure to go quick so find your favorite property today. Each home features luxury features and amenities for the best stay in the area.
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