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Welcome to South Padre Island, Texas, one of the fastest growing island vacation destinations in the United States. The peaceful, seaside setting with a population of less than 2,500 people has become the favorite place from discriminating vacationers to relax and enjoy the Texas sun. Featuring luxurious vacation homes and gorgeous palm trees, this well-kept secret features the best of all worlds. Whether you are seeking quiet beaches or an active night life, South Padre delivers the type of action perfect for everyone's lifestyle. Whether it is playing championship golf overlooking the water or heading out a boat to do some deep sea fishing, South Padre offers a wealth of opportunities for the discriminating traveler. The Island's beaches are the perfect place to spend a day relaxing whether it be simply lying in the sun or venturing into the water to surf or swim in the warm Gulf of Mexico water. And at night, well nothing beats the chance to watch an incredible sunset on Laguna Madre Bay.One trip to South Padre Island is all it takes to see why this popular destination is the place to vacation 365 days a year.  South Padre Island InformationAirportsThere are three airports close to South Padre Island
Car Rental
Airport Shuttle(866) 934-6882 Local TransportationSouth Padre Island offers free shuttle on the island called The Wave. The shuttle makes many stops on the island and goes to Port Isabel as well. More information on the wave can be obtained by calling (956) 761-1025.WAVE Route: South on Padre Blvd, west over the causeway into Port Isabel (Lighthouse, Library, Las Palmas Plaza, Museum), back over the causeway to the island, north to the Convention Centre along Gulf Blvd, turning around to begin again south down Padre Blvd.
The Wave connects to the Rio Gulf Coast Shuttle in Port Isabel near Church's Chicken in the Las Palmas Shopping Center at the intersection of Hwy 48 & Hwy 100. This service allows persons to travel directly between South Padre Island and the Port of Brownsville, the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, and downtown Brownsville's Market Square and the Brownsville Urban BUS system.
Beach Chairs and Umbrella
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Bird Watching |
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Laguna Madre Nature Trail |
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Next to the Convention Centre and Whaling Wall No. 53, the Laguna Madre Nature Trail is a 1,500-foot boardwalk that extends across four acres of wetlands. Containing informative signs about dune systems and bird species that frequent the area, the nature trail provides visitors with the opportunity to observe many species of birds and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
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956-399-9097 |
27 Miles Directions |
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Rio Grande Valley's new and unique 82-acre private nature park to view birds and butterflies. Enjoy native plants and trees. |
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Cruise / Dolphin Watch |
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Watch Dolphins, Sunset or Fireworks from the boat. It is a great experience |
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(956) 761-2212 |
1 Mile Directions |
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(956) 943-3185 |
3.1 Miles Directions |
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(956)-761-7178 |
1 Mile Directions |
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956-761-4243 |
1 Mile Directions |
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866-704-SAIL |
At Wahoo Salon located at Pike and Laguna Blvd
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Golf |
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The Rio Grande Valley offers great golfing for all levels. Climate allows golfers to tee off 12 months a year. |
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956.943.5678 |
4.5 Miles Directions |
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Valley International Country Club |
(956) 548-9199 |
26.3 Miles Directions |
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956-365-3100 |
37.6 Miles Directions |
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Tony Butler Golf |
(956) 430-6685 |
38.7 Miles Directions |
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Fair Winds Golf |
(956) 423-2010 |
39.5 Miles Directions |
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(956) 412-4110 |
42.5 Miles Directions |
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Llano Grande Country Club |
(956) 565-3351 |
379 Golf Course Rd |
55.5 Miles Directions |
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Horse Riding |
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Horseback riding on the beach North of city limits. |
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Way North past convention center |
4 Miles |
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Jet Ski/Wave Runners/Parasailing |
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(956)761-9457 |
3 Miles Directions |
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956-761-5556 |
310 Padre Blvd |
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Kiteboarding |
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South Padre Island and the Laguna Madre offer Kiteboarders some of the most ideal conditions for beginners and experts alike. The Laguna Madre offers a wide expanse of waist deep waters that are ideal for learning or honing your skills. |
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956-761-1434 |
2.6 Miles Directions |
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956 299 WIND |
2.7 Miles Directions |
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956-245-8343 |
2.4 Miles Directions |
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Movie Theater |
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(956)761-6222 |
4700 Padre Blvd |
2.1 Miles Directions |
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Sand Castle Building |
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(956)761-6222 |
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Water Park |
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Schlitterbahn |
956.772.SURF |
1.1 Miles Directions |
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Wildlife |
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(956) 546-7187 |
500 Ringgold St Brownsville |
25.9 Miles Directions |
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One of the top 10 small zoos in the country. The zoo is a 31-acre preserve with more than 1,800 mammals, birds, and reptiles. Located at Ringgold and Sixth streets in Brownsville. |
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Sea Turtle |
(956) 761-4511 |
3.4 Miles Directions |
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(956) 299-0629 |
5009 Padre Blvd |
2.2 Miles Directions |
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Windsurfing |
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The Laguna Madre bay separates South Padre Island from the Texas mainland and is recognized as one of the world's top windsurfing destinations. The sailing season off South Padre runs from September through May. Water depth varies from three to five feet, daytime winds average 18 mph, and the average yearly temperature is in the 70s |
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956-761-1434 |
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956 761 5061 |
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Breakfast/Lunch |
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(956) 943-1295 |
410 So. Garcia St. Port Isabel |
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Denny's |
(956) 761-9574 |
1100 Padre Blvd. |
(956) 761-8463 |
2800 Padre Blvd. |
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Peggy Sue's |
(956) 943-4745 |
121 Queen Isabella (Port Isabel) |
Rovans |
(956) 761-6972 |
5300 Padre Blvd. |
Ted's Restaurant |
(956) 761-5327 |
5717 Padre Blvd. |
Fast Food |
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(956) 761-1072 |
2401 Padre Blvd. |
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Kentucky Fried Chicken |
(956) 761-2392 |
3201 Padre Blvd. |
Long John Silver |
(956) 761-4456 |
2000 Padre Blvd. |
McDonalds |
(956) 761-4999 |
908 Padre Blvd. |
(956) 761-9770 |
2500 Padre Blvd. |
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Subway |
(956) 761-6700 |
2100 Padre Blvd. |
Taco Bell |
(956) 761-4456 |
2000 Padre Blvd. |
Whataburger |
(956) 761-7862 |
105 W. Retama |
Fine Dining |
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De Luna |
(956) 761-1920 |
201 W. Corral |
Grill Room |
(956) 761-9331 |
708 Padre Blvd. |
Harbor View Restaurant |
(956) 943-2461 |
604 Hwy 100 (Port Isabel) |
(956) 761-6406 |
2305 Laguna Blvd. |
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Overland Trail Steakhouse |
(956) 761-2005 |
5300 Padre Blvd. |
(956) 761-1755 |
206 W. Aries |
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Windjammer's |
(956) 761-6511 |
At the Radisson |
Yummies Bistro Coffee Shop |
(956) 761-2526 |
708 Padre Blvd. |
Grill etc. |
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202 Bayside Bar & Grill |
(956)761-8481 |
202. W. Whiting |
(956) 761-6500 |
209 W. Amberjack St. |
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(956)761-1343 |
6300 Padre Blvd |
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Beachside Bar & Grill |
(956) 761-6551 |
310 Padre Blvd At the Sheraton |
(956) 761-2962 |
103 E. Saturn |
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Bubba's Texas Smoked Bar BQ |
(956) 772-8000 |
1313 Padre Blvd |
(956) 943-6400 |
1301 Hwy 100 in front of Wal-mart (Port Isabel) |
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)956) 761-4218 |
2301 Laguna Dr |
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(956) 772-1930 |
5001 Padre Blvd. |
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Doubleday's |
(956) 943-4992 |
402 Hwy 100 (Port Isabel) |
(956) 761-4665 |
1 Padre Blvd. |
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Jake's |
(956) 761-5012 |
2500 Padre Blvd. |
Padre Island Brewing Company |
(956) 761-9585 |
3400 Padre Blvd. |
(956)-772-7256 |
204 W. Palm |
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Parrots Eye |
(956) 761-9457 |
6101 Padre Blvd |
Psycha Deli |
(956) 772-9770 |
2500 Padre Blvd. |
Sunset Cafe & Deli |
(956) 761-6762 |
1004 Padre Blvd. |
(956) 761-8999 |
3212 Padre Blvd. |
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Wanna-Wanna Beach Bar & Grill |
(956) 761-7677 |
5100 Gulf Blvd. |
956-772-1955 |
Andy Bowie Park |
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Italian/Pizza |
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Bayside Bar & Grill |
(956) 761-8481 |
202 West Whiting |
Buffo's |
(956) 761-7273 |
3112 Padre Blvd. |
Domino's Pizza |
(956) 772-1000 |
3401 Padre Blvd. Ste. A |
(956) 761-7995 |
2413 Padre Blvd. |
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(956)943-2141 |
Treasure Island Village,Port Isabel |
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(956) 943-7611 |
110 N. Tarnava, (Port Isabel) |
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Pizza X-press |
(956) 761-7273 |
2600 Padre Blvd. |
Pizza Hut |
(956) 761-1361 |
1905 Padre Blvd. |
Mexican |
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Bigo's Bar & Grill |
(956) 761-3338 |
4215 Padre Blvd. |
Club Rio Beach |
(956) 772-9772 |
90 Padre Blvd |
(956)761-5012 |
2500 Padre Blvd |
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Jesse's Cantina & Restaurant |
(956) 761-4500 |
2700 Padre Blvd. |
Manuel's |
(956) 943-1655 |
313 Maxan (Port Isabel) |
Padre Cantina |
(956) 761-5401 |
100 Padre Blvd. (Holiday Inn) |
(956) 761-4325 |
1817 Padre Blvd. |
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Tequila Frogs |
(956)761-7522 |
205 W. Palm St. |
Pub/Brewery |
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Kelly’s Irish Pub |
(956) 761-7571 |
101 E. Morningside |
Padre Island Brewing Co |
(956) 761-9585 |
3400Padre Blvd. |
Oriental |
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Kohnami Restaurant |
(956) 761-4847 |
410 Padre Blvd. Ste. O |
Ocean Palace |
(956) 943-6988 |
1200 W Hwy 100 (Port Isabel) |
Seafood/Cajun |
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(956)943-2461 |
Port Isabel |
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Daddy's Seafood & Cajun Kitchen |
956-761-1975 |
3409 Padre Blvd. |
Dirty Al’s Seafood Kitchen |
(956) 761-4901 |
1 Padre Blvd. |
(956)761-2850 |
Isla Blanca Park |
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Fisherman's Restaurant |
(956) 943-4545 |
416 W. Hwy 100 (Port Isabel) |
Gulf Coast Oyster Bar |
(956) 761-7867 |
3409 Padre Blvd. |
La Jaiba |
(956) 761-9878 |
2001 Padre Blvd. |
Lost Galleon |
(956) 943-4400 |
202 Queen Isabella (Port Isabel) |
(956) 943-3773 |
110 N. Garcia |
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(956) 761-1314 |
1 Padre Blvd. |
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Shrimp Haus |
(956) 772-9772 |
90 park Rd. Hwy 100 |
White Sands Seafood |
(956) 943-2414 |
418 W. Hwy 100 (Port Isabel) |
Snacks |
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Coconuts |
(956) 761-4218 |
Marlin St. & Laguna Blvd. |
Dolphin Cove Oyster Bar |
(956) 761-2850 |
Isla Blanca Park |
Oasis Snacks |
(956) 761-6849 |
Andy Bowie Park |
Wahoo's |
(956) 761-5344 |
201 W. Ling |
Vegetarian |
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(956) 761-5332 |
3112 Padre Blvd. |
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Port Isabel Health Foods |
(956) 943-7334 |
402 S. Garcia (Port Isabel) |
Groceries
There is one super market on the island.
Blue Marlin Supermarket
2912 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
(956) 761-4966
Distance from the Condo: 1.1 Miles
Click here to get driving directions
There are two super markets in Port Isabel
Wal-Mart Super Center
1401 West Hwy 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-1387
Distance from the Condo: 4.2 Miles
Click here to get driving directions
H-E-B
1679 State Highway 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-1171
Distance from the Condo: 4.3 Miles
Click here to get driving directions
Health Care
There are several full-service medical clinics in the immediate area.
Padre Island Health Specialists 1.3 Miles 3401 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island (956) 761-5663 |
SPI Clinic 1.1 Miles 3000 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island (956) 761-3996 |
PI Medical Clinic 6.6 Miles 1200 Hwy. 100, #5, Port Isabel (956) 943- 6675 |
Port Isabel Health Clinic 4.3 Miles (956) 943-1774 |
Five full-service hospitals are available in the immediate area.
Valley Baptist Medical Center 27.8 Miles 1040 West Jefferson St. Map Directions |
Valley Regional Medical Center 27.8 Miles 100 AE. Alton Gloor Map Directions Brownsville, TX 78526 (956) 350-7000 |
Harlingen Medical Center 35.3 Miles 5501 South Expressway 77 Map Directions (956) 365-1000 |
Valley Baptist Medical Center 37.1 Miles 2101 Pease Street Map Directions (off Ed Carey Drive) (956) 389-1100 |
Dolly Vinsant Memorial Hospital 32.2 Miles 400 E Us Highway 77 Map Directions San Benito, TX 78586 (956) 365-5200 |
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Address of the Summit Condo:
Summit #703
900 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
Click here to get driving direction:
After you come down from the bridge/causaway, take a left at the traffic light. Go past McDonalds on your right. Right after McDonalds, there is a shop called Que Padre. Right after Que Padre you will see sign for Comfort Suites right in front of Sun Chase mall. Follow that sign. Summit is located behind Comfort Suites. There is no sign on the road for Summit so watch for Comfort Suites sign.
After you enter the complex, drive around Tennis Courts and Swimming Pool by making one right and two lefts and you will see assigned covered parking for #703.
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600 Padre Blvd. |
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