Ian Monroe announced his intentions to run for the Laguna Vista City Council, place 6. Yes, you guessed right, Ian is Alta’s son. We are very proud of Ian for his accomplishments and totally endorse his decision. Ian grew up in Port Isabel. He attended schools in Port Isabel, graduated from the South Texas High […]
Read MoreLast week a ruling by the Texas State Supreme Court favored the homeowners in West Galveston Island over the Texas Open Beaches Act which claims land by erosion. We are not sure how this might impact South Padre Island but it is certainly worth watching. It could drastically change the renourishment program for our beach. […]
Read MoreAnyone who has lived in our area knows the Rancho Viejo Resort & Country Club. With new management, the club is getting a face lift. It will certainly be worth your time to check out the golf course and fine dining. Check out this great article from the Valley Business Report about the renovation: Investors […]
Read MoreThis is so true, even here on and near South Padre Island! Below is an article on housingwire.com: Buying is more affordable than renting in 98 out of the nation’s 100 largest metropolitan areas — even in New York, Los Angeles and Boston, according to real estate company Trulia‘s rent vs. buy index. The index […]
Read MoreThis was a concert at Schlitterbahn on Saturday, March 17th, 2012 on South Padre Island. Spring Break was huge this year as you can see from this picture. It is worth a thousand words!
Read MoreBeginning in 2007, foreclosures rocked the real estate world. Like an out-of-control freight train, they began decimating the market, peaking in 2009. Myths and rumors began propagating like mushrooms as consumers struggled to understand the new reality. Although many misconceptions have come and gone, we still encounter five myths on a regular basis. 1. […]
Read MoreSpring Break at Coca Cola Beach is busy and this is only Wednesday! Traffic is building. Causeway is backing up but this is just the lull before the storm! The concerts are about to start. If you are not a Spring Breaker, it is better to visit later unless you just want to be entertained. […]
Read MoreGreat news for Monterrey folks……Starting in April, there will be six flights weekly from the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport to Monterrey. For a short time, the doubling of service is designed to accommodate the large number of Semana Santa, or Holy Week, vacationers. In May, the flights will change to four flights […]
Read MoreThe “Pinta” and the Nina” will be docked at Southpoint Marina in Port Isabel March 22nd-April 1st. The general public is invited to visit the ships for a walk aboard, self-guided tour. Admission charges are $8 for adults; $7 for seniors and $6 for students 5-16 years. Children 4 and under are free. The ships […]
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