Sandcastle Blog

With the sizzling temperatures of summer waning and the crowds dwindling away, fall is a great time to visit coastal Texas. Port Aransas is known for its waterways, white sand beaches, wildlife, and is a great coastal Texas destination on which to set your sights this fall. Whether you prefer the added entertainment of fall festivities or the serenity of a day fishing or exploring nature, you can experience it...

As an island destination, a getaway to Port Aransas, Texas practically guarantees you’ll be feasting on fresh seafood dishes at one of its many waterfront eateries. In addition to catering to seafood lovers, the culinary scene in Port Aransas offers Créole and Cajun favorites as well as worldwide cuisines. The laid-back island lifestyle means you barely have to shake the sand from your toes before heading to a nearby restaurant...

The year-round sun and warmth of Texas is what makes it a great place for a getaway no matter the time of year. The beachside town of Port Aransas offers plenty of unique activities for visitors to enjoy. You’ll find many fun and exciting activities to add to your itinerary, but you’ll want to make sure to stop at some of the best beaches in Port Aransas for the ultimate relaxation....

This week’s fishing report from the docks of Deep Sea Headquarters, Port Aransas: Our 8 hour trip this week caught Vermillion Snapper Scamps, Stawberry Grouper and 14.8 lb School Master Snapper – Pending World Record aboard the Pelican with Capt James Wheeler, Pictures and details in next weeks report about the World Record. Our 12 hr trip hauled in nice Amber Jack, Vermillion Snapper and Atlantic Sharpnose Sharks. Had 2...

Its that time of year again for sand, sandcastles, food and fun! Texas Sandfest is back! Texas SandFest is the largest sand sculpting event in the USA. It is the official Texas Sand Sculpture Festival. This event is run completely by volunteers, the popular invitational event draws visitors from around the globe to participate and to watch the fun. Join Texas Sandfest for food, vendors, sun, sand and world class sculptures!...

Its that time of year again get your binoculars and checklists ready! You may not know but the Coastal Bend is the only spot in the United States where the endangered whooping crane can be seen at close range, and the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce is celebrating this astonishing natural wonder with an annual festival honoring these grand beautiful birds. Whooping Cranes are not the only birds you will...

Sandcastle is making exterior improvements to enhance this premier property for your future enjoyment. Throughout the Fall and Winter of 2016 Sandcastle Condos will have contractor crews performing exterior renovations throughout the property including the pool and hot tub in January 2017. This work will be limited to Monday through Saturday. Sandcastle Condos Management will make every effort to limit the inconveniences this will cause our guests. Sandcastle Condos does...

  New Ball Game this week!! Red Snapper Season opens June 1, 2016!! So make sure you have your reservations made.   8 hour trips caught King Mackeral, Atlantic Sharpnose Sharks, Vermillion Snapper, and Ling. 5 Hour trips caught King Fish, Ling, and Shark. Plus we caught a bice 47# Ling on the 5 hour trip on Sunday! The Bay trip had nice catches of Gafftop, Whiting, Shark, Jack Cravelle...

This week’s fishing report from the docks of Deep Sea Headquarters, Port Aransas: Our 8 hour trip this week caught Kingfish, Ling, Vermillion Snapper and a Black Tip Shark. 12 Hr Trip had a nice catch of Amberjack, Ling, Kingfish, Dog Snapper, Silk Snapper, Dog Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermillion Snapper and a Black Tip Shark. 5-8-16 24 Hr Trip aboard the Gulf Eagle with Capt Kevin Hollar and Capt Jeff Wilson hauled...

This week’s fishing report from the docks of Deep Sea Headquarters, Port Aransas: Our 8 hour trip this week caught North Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, Vermillion Snapper and Dog Snapper 12 hr Trip had Vermillion Snapper, Amber Jack and a 56 # Warsaw Grouper. 24 Hr Tuna Trip 4-10-16 aboard the Gulf Eagle with Capt Kevin Haller and Capt Jeff Wilson had a nice catch of Black Fin Tuna, Vermillion Snapper, Amber Jack...