Sandcastle Blog

Sandcastle is proud to host: Aaron Jacob by the swimming pool this evening (April 30, 2022) staring around 4PM.  His casual vibe is perfect for the island and is sure to help you relax to some of your current favorites as well as a few nostalgic tunes that bring you back to good times.   We are excited to add this amenity and hope you enjoy it and keep wanting to...

As you look out onto another chaotic spring day in your northern hometown, it is not surprising that your thoughts are turning to summer. The windows of your home, office, or school may reveal gray days with rain, snow, or even sleet, but in your mind, you are picturing the beauty of a summer day. You can imagine sitting at the beach, watching the ocean and flow and you can...

Easter is just a few short weeks away and if you are not celebrating at the Port Aransas beaches, what ARE you doing? The laidback Texas lifestyle adds a certain charm to your holiday celebrations and as the days grow longer and the temperatures grow warmer, you may decide that spring in Port Aransas is so perfect you cannot imagine spending the holiday anywhere else. Especially when you choose one...

As pretty much the entire world prepares to say farewell to the harsh weather of winter, chances are you are already planning a spring fling to somewhere warmer than your own wintry home town and if your journey involves a trip to Port Aransas, we can promise spring will have sprung by the time you arrive. Offering balmy temperatures that can reach the low 80s, sunny days that will add...

Winter months are meant for cuddling together for warmth, long conversations about your dreams and secrets, and enjoying delicious meals that often seem too heavy to eat during the warmer months of the year and when your winter journey brings you and your favorite traveling partner to the sunny beaches of Port Aransas, you will be able to enjoy all three! (Not that it gets that cold, but who really...

Although every vacation could be a romantic one, there are certain getaways that are definitely more inspiring for love and nothing spells out romance louder than a trip to the beach! The magic provided by the sea and the sand blend with the love every couple feels and create an enchanted escape that will be remembered for years. And when Port Aransas is the beach town you seek and our...

The Gulf of Mexico has countless wonderful beaches for everyone to enjoy, and Port Aransas is no exception. If you live somewhere that gets really hot during the summer, you’ll find that this makes for a great location to escape to, since Port Aransas, along with most other Gulf locations, stays cool enough that you’ll still be able to enjoy the beach life even on those hot summer days. When...

Port Aransas is a wonderfully laid-back town, and it’s no surprise as to why. The gorgeous Gulf beaches and abundant fishing opportunities make for a slow paced, relaxing environment that creates the perfect vacation spot. When you aren’t out on the beach, fishing, boating, or wildlife watching, though, there’s still plenty more for you to do. The Port Aransas community has plenty of different stores with all kinds of themes...

Sometimes escaping the winter cold can help you find a new enjoyment for the holiday season. Depending on where you live, the Winter snow and cold can make it tough to go outside and enjoy the season, but like many Gulf coast locations, Port Aransas stays nice and temperate all year. You’ll have access to all of the beaches during your visit, and on many December days it’s still warm...

When it comes to amazing vacation destinations to enjoy, travelers from near and far are sure to find something that inspires the mind and imagination in Port Aransas, Texas. This captivating city on Mustang Island sits just off the coast of Texas and is adored for its stunning beaches, amazing waterways and natural landmars that make for amazing moments of exploration and discovery. Complete with incredible wildlife, sensational shopping options...