Finally the Sun and Sand!

The drive down to Brownsville, Texas was an easy one. The sun was out and the temperature was rising. We have never been to the most Southern tip of Texas. South Padre Island was our main destination here, but we wanted to see some of the other towns we have heard of in the southern most tip of Texas. And it was sunny and warm here. Our first stop was at Parkdale R.V.  Resort in Los Fresnos. We planned on only staying a few night and that was perfect. It was A snow bird destination so they had lots of activities planned, a pool, hot tub, shuffleboard, coffee and donuts each morning. The nicest part was we could walk Toby on nice streets each evening while we enjoyed the sunset and passers by.

Some beautiful landscaping around some of the park.

We tried to get Toby to warm up to this guy but he was suspicious and we were worried he would tinkle on the yard art. Sparky’s bowl had treats for your four legged friends.

The sunsets were so bright that sunglasses were necessary to enjoy them. The temperature really drops after that so we toddled home.

First thing the next day we headed toward South Padre Island.
Gorgeous

If you have ever watched TV show CSI Miami the approach to Padre Island off the causeway was jam packed with high rise buildings and beaches. Very touristy.

One side

The Other

There were only three campgrounds on the island, a KOA, a county park and a small private campground at the other end, and of course they were all full. Glad we chose to stay on the mainland.

It was a bit windy that day and the sand was blowing.

The white dunes crept over the road. It was awesome.

Crossing the dunes to the Gulf

More of the Dunes

This was as far as we could go on the Island. The Port Mansfield Channel is the water just beyond the barrier which is partially covered by the living sand. The sand is so white. It almost hurts your eyes to look at it.

Back in town we found the local watering hole.

We were able to sample their Brews and were delighted with their Craft Beers. They also had specials on their fresh Oysters on the Half Shell. Yummy. A very nice combination, oysters and beer.

A very wise man.

The work room 

Not sure what they were thinking!

One dollar per can. Hummmmm!

This is a picture of the bridge to the Island.

This Pirates Ship took people around the harbor and served a nice dinner with cocktails aboard the vessel while sailing.

Our last view of Port Isabel Lighthouse just off the Island.

It was a good day.

Hope you are all well and counting the days until Spring and Easter.

Love Barb and Bill