SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas — Party cruises, wave running, clubbing into the wee hours, a sun-soaked daily beach party fueled by a 50,000-watt sound system.
It’s all part of spring break on South Padre Island. With miles of white sandy beaches, blue Gulf of Mexico waters and sunny subtropical weather, South Padre Island is one of the nation’s top spring break destinations.
The advantages of choosing South Padre Island for spring break are many: it’s an affordable, easy-to-get-to destination. It’s easy to save money by carpooling and sharing a beachfront condo with friends. By staying in the United States, cell phones and health insurance are still functional.
If you fly, transportation is still affordable. The new South Padre Shuttle takes travelers directly from the Valley International Airport in Harlingen to any South Padre hotel or condo round trip. Once on the Island, the free WAVE shuttle or inexpensive cabs offer convenient, affordable transportation.
These are just a few reasons why at least 40,000 spring breakers are expected on the Island this year. But the Island’s abundance of beach action, activities and nightlife are the main draw.
BEACH ACTION
The beach-front Isla Grand Beach Resort is the Island’s spring break headquarters. Highlights at the site include:
Coca Cola Beach. The Travel Channel calls Coca-Cola Beach “The largest beach party on the planet.”
Infinity @ the Pool, a huge pool party at the Isla Grand Resort, takes place every Wednesday in March.
Spring Break 2012 SUPER SPECIAL
Limited Time Only
Dates :
Feb. 26th – March 9th
$29 Per Person* Per Night for Cabana
$39 Per Person* Per Night for Condo
Based on 4 person occupancy for a Cabana
Based on 6 person occupancy for a Condo
Free Security Bracelet ($20 value) per person
(No Cover to Louies Backyard, one pass per person)
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Dates :
March 10th-17th
$89 Per Person* Per Night for Cabana
$95 Per Person* Per Night for Condo
Based on 4 person occupancy for a Cabana
Based on 6 person occupancy for a Condo
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Dates :
Mar 18th – March 26th
$59 Per Person* Per Night for Cabana
$65 Per Person* Per Night for Condo
Based on 4 person occupancy for a Cabana
Based on 6 person occupancy for a Condo
(No Cover to Louies Backyard, one pass per person)
Terms & conditions: Must book by January 31, 2012 to receive this special rate. *Limited amount of rooms available at this special rate & rates are subject to change per availability.* All rates are based on 4 person occupancy for the cabanas & 6 person occupancy for the condos. Full payment due upon making reservation. This is a non cancelable fare. Limited number of rooms at this special rate applies. Wristbands and damage deposits still apply. The free security bracelets are based on the day you check in. You must check in on the day of the promotional period in order to qualify. www.islagrand.com
EXTREME ADVENTURE
For spring breakers who want to get a little more extreme, the Island offers many exciting options for activities and water sports.
· Kiteboarding. This is the hottest new water sport adventure around, and South Padre Island offers year-round, world-class kiteboarding conditions. The Laguna Madre's waist deep water and consistent winds offer beginner to expert riders near perfect flat-water conditions to hone their skills. Lessons and equipment rental available.
· Skydiving. Skydive South Padre offers skydiving to both first timers and experienced jumpers.
· Beach Buggy rentals. Rent a beach buggy and cruise the Padre strip or take your buggy off-road to cruise along the beach or near the sand dunes.
· Surfing. South Padre Island is “the Hawaii of Texas,” as one Island surf instructor puts it. The Island boasts the best waves in Texas. Consistent southerly winds make surfing South Padre's Isla Blanc Park or Boca Chica an experience not to miss. Lessons and board rentals available.
· Water cruising. Other options for water fun include banana boat rides, jet ski and wave runner rentals, parasailing, scuba diving, kayaking and stand-up paddle surfing. Party yacht cruises also take the festivities out on the water.
· Wind surfing. Novices and pros come to windsurf the waters surrounding the Island, which boasts some of the fastest windsurfing speeds in North America.
THE ISLAND BY NIGHT
When the sun goes down, the party shifts to the Island’s many nightclubs and bars. From open-air beach bars to dance clubs and sports bars, there’s always a party happening. Several nightclubs offer nationally known performers and live entertainment during spring break.
ABOUT SOUTH PADRE ISLAND
South Padre Island is a 34-mile long barrier reef island located on the tropical tip of Texas. On the same latitude as Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the Island is known for its white, fine-sand beaches, tropical blue waters and consistently warm temperatures during spring break and year-round. It’s been ranked as one of the country’s top beaches by publications from Men’s Fitness to Conde Nast Traveler.
For more information on spring break accommodations, attractions, activities, and nightlife, check out www.springbreak.sopadre.com <http://www.springbreak.sopadre.com> or call 1-800-SOPADRE.
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