Sandcastle Blog

Port Aransas, a charming coastal town on the Texas Gulf Coast, offers a unique and delightful setting for Halloween festivities. Known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant community, Port Aransas transforms into a Halloween haven each fall. With its warm, inviting atmosphere and family-friendly spirit, the town provides an excellent backdrop for a memorable trick-or-treating experience. Here’s a guide to the best aspects of trick-or-treating in Port Aransas and tips...

Fall in Port Aransas may be our favorite time of the year, offering all the fun of summer without being too hot or too humid, and if your journey brings you our way this fall, your stay in our Sandcastle Condominiums escapes will make this getaway as close to perfect as possible. Offering beach views, luxury amenities, and all the comforts of home, these spaces are destined to become an...

Everyone knows that one person that makes their own rules in life, traveling through each year a day at a time, notching new experiences and understanding that there is a whole world out there to explore, even as their journeys are often solo ones. And maybe that person is you, or at least that person is the one you want to be, but the thought of traveling alone worries you,...

The kids are already dragging their feet, whining over the back-to-school schedule you have imposed, and as the days pass, bringing us ever closer to that first ringing of the school bell, we at Sandcastle Condominiums have to admit we agree with them. Before long, your life will be filled with meetings, homework, school sports, and all the crazy that accompanies fall, so why hurry that along even a bit?...

A summer vacation at the beach is something nearly everyone dreams about and when your summer journey takes you to Port Aransas in June, your vacation dreams are guaranteed to come true. Spend your days frolicking at the beach, hanging out at our Sandcastle Condominiums sanctuaries, and attending top events that take place in June, creating a vacation experience you will never forget. This guide to the top events will...

We at Sandcastle Condominiums love our hometown of Port Aransas. Offering that classic beach lifestyle while also providing a small-town charm in which our neighbors are our friends and smiles and waves from passing drivers are most common, we can’t imagine living anywhere else on earth. Chances are, however, our small town is not one you have heard of before, as it often overshadowed by the much larger city of...

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...

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....

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...