| Texas is a big state, but some portions tend to | | | | Lexington will let aircraft lovers ooh and ahh. Don't |
| dominate in terms of attracting guests for days | | | | forget about the Botanical Gardens and the |
| of fun, sun, and pure pleasure-seeking. You don't | | | | famous Padre Island National Seashore, either, as |
| have to be a spring breaker to hit the coast, | | | | they will surely make for some great photo-ops. |
| either, as there are many family-oriented and | | | | With an average temperature of 71 degrees and |
| romantic outlets for all your pent-up, work-induced | | | | over 255 days of sunshine per year, spending |
| frustrations. Consider Corpus Christi if you need a | | | | some time outside will be more than enough to |
| chance to unwind, as it's one of Texas' finest | | | | put you into a good mood for the duration of |
| playgrounds for people of all ages. | | | | your stay. Go bird watching, bicycling, kayaking, |
| Sometimes the beach just calls out to you from | | | | parasailing, or anything else that looks like fun. |
| wherever you are, beckoning to be enjoyed as if | | | | Gambling boats and dog races are available if |
| you had nothing else to do. There'll be plenty of | | | | you're feeling lucky, and tons of great restaurants |
| time to pay attention to bills and deadlines this | | | | will keep your taste buds dancing. |
| year, so treat yourself by forgetting about all | | | | In addition to all of this, there are many special |
| things dry in nature and get ready to frolic to | | | | events that are worth noting. You may even |
| your heart's content. Corpus Christi has miles of | | | | want to schedule your trip to coincide with one of |
| superb beaches that will allow you to get your fix. | | | | them if it really strikes your fancy. Tons of live |
| This area is nestled behind the barrier islands of | | | | music and nightlife are an everyday occurrence, |
| Padre and Mustang, creating a bay that is calm, | | | | but check the schedule for those special tours |
| protected, and scenic. The kids will love to spend | | | | and festivals that only come along every once in |
| an afternoon building sand castles and swimming in | | | | a while. Jazz is big here, and goes well the |
| the surf, and from beneath your parasol you'll | | | | laid-back atmosphere you'll encounter wherever |
| finally get to read the book that's been gathering | | | | you'll go. |
| dust on your nightstand for the past few months. | | | | To make your Corpus Christi vacation gel |
| Pause to scan the horizon every now and then | | | | properly, you'll want to reserve a vacation rental |
| and listen to the laughter of the kids as they | | | | that will keep you comfortable and happy during |
| make a few memories. | | | | your nights and for any downtime that does |
| You may be surprised to discover that there's a | | | | occur during the day. Sunning and sight seeing |
| lot to do here in addition to lounging on the beach. | | | | have been known to bring on a nap attack or |
| The Texas State Aquarium is a must-see | | | | two, and being able to fix a quick snack or meal |
| attraction, as it highlights the local wildlife while | | | | will save you a few bucks. Hotels get the job |
| emphasizing the importance of conservation and | | | | done just fine, but sometimes having an extra |
| environmental protection. | | | | detail like a DVD player or a walk-in closet, makes |
| Heritage Park and Cultural Center operates in a | | | | life a little sweeter. If you've never treated |
| 100 year old house and serves as a reminder of | | | | yourself before, take a look online to see what |
| Corpus Christi's days gone by, and the USS | | | | you've been missing. |