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Tropical Texas Vacation Rentals, located on beautiful South Padre Island just off the southern tip of Texas, welcomes you to our little piece of paradise. Not only do we share the balmy sub-tropical climate found in south Florida, we have pristine white sand beaches and the crystal clear blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico

This weeks Featured Condo 2600 Padre Blvd Suite B South Padre Island, TX 78597 +1 (888) 761-3170 Looking for a front row seat for the waves of the Gulf of Mexico? | Availability | Photos |  Sit in your living room or relax on your private balcony and hear and feel the sounds and sights of the ocean. The view from the ninth floor will let you look down the beach in both directions and not miss a thing. Sunbathe at the pool or unwind in the hot tub, the choice is yours. Covered parking is provided and elevators bring you right to your front door. A king bed in the bedroom will give you relaxing sleep to refresh you for the next days adventure. If you have guests there is a sleeper sofa in the living room. A fully equipped kitchen allows you the choice of dining in or trying some of the island flavor. Bring your camera and book the condo with the breath taking views your will want to remember forever. More Info on this unit   More Condos

 Travel Channel Names SPI as One of America’s Top Beaches for Families in 2006
South Padre Island Texas is “perfect for vacationing families and winter Texans,” according to an article on the Travel Channel Web site that names tSPI's Beaches Named on MSN.com Top 10 Beach List
South Padre Island's white sand and turquoise-blue surf are what defined this exotic destination when the editors of MSN.com's CitySearch named it one of the nation's top 10 beaches.

The designation, released this week, touts the Island at the state's southernmost tip as a prime location for various activities. It states that SPI beaches are "renowned for massive Spring Break crowds" and "have also become popular year-round destinations for families and retirees." It further states that "the dunes and grassy areas are gaining increasing notoriety among birding enthusiasts and sand-castle artists, and the Island is emerging as a top spot for windsurfing.

Many companies rent equipment for fishing, parasailing, jet-skiing and other water sports along both bay and gulf beaches." SPI Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. said being included on the list for the reasons it did, breaks away for the Spring Break-only depiction.

"There's more to SPI than Spring Break, and the list shows that we're more than just a Spring Break destination." Pinkerton said. "The Island is also about families, retirees and other activities. I thought it was really very good." Dan Quandt, executive director for the SPI Convention and Visitors Bureau, said the Island's beaches are unique and deserve the designation.

"The Island is an escape for families, singles and retirees," Quandt said. "It appeals to all demographics. We're honored to be included on the top-beach list."

The Town of South Padre Island is just 30 miles north of the Mexican border. Bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and the Laguna Madre Bay, this little slip of land is a 34-mile-long barrier reef, 1/2 mile at its widest point.

The Island's thriving coastal town provides activities and amenities, while wide expanses of unspoiled dunes preserve nature and privacy. The tourist season attracts some 20,000 to 200,000 visitors at any given time. SPI is linked to the mainland by the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway - a 2 1/2 mile four-lane bridge to Port Isabel, Texas.

 

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