It’s that time of the year when sun lovers embark on a quest to find their place in the sun and search for their hotel reservations in Corpus Christi Texas—preferably a place on the sand in the sun and right next to an ocean. Yes, summer means beach season and if you are not ready to travel to a foreign destination to find time on the beach, then there are plenty of often overlooked beach towns in the U.S. just waiting for your visit.
Texas is probably not the first place you think about when you think of sandy beaches and beautiful warm weather. However, if you take a trip to the Gulf Coast that’s exactly what you will find. Considered the sparkling city by the bay, Corpus Christi is located in a tropical corner of the Gulf Coast of Texas. It has its share of beautiful beaches, fine dining as well as plenty of wide open spaces. It’s Texas with an ocean view.
If you are looking to travel somewhere near the beach that is not your average beach destination then consider making your hotel reservations in Corpus Christi, Texas. Corpus Christi has a laid back beach town vibe but is situated along 131 miles of Texas coast. It has that eclectic feel that most beach towns possess, it’s definitely charming but with an uptown feel at its core. In this beach town there is plenty of sand on the beach and you won’t have a hard time claiming a spot to plant your umbrella and spread out. The water is warm and perfect for wading, swimming, surfing or fishing. The weather can get hot and humid but that’s when you know it’s time to take a dip in the ocean.
Corpus Christi is a great place to take the family and enjoy some outdoor time. Visit nearby Padre Island National Seashore representing 133,000 acres of barrier islands. It’s the longest remaining undeveloped barrier island in the world. Bird lovers can take heart in knowing that Texas is the first state to create a birding trail. The Great Texas Birding Trail actually serves as a model for other states. It’s a coastal highway that links 310 birding sites and along the way offers kiosks, observation platforms and information to help visitors who want to bird watch.
History buffs can check out the USS Lexington, the most highly decorated aircraft carrier of WWII, which is now a floating museum. The USS Lexington was in service for 48 years, longer than any other ship in the Navy. Its 16-stories now display more than a dozen aircraft and military artifacts. Visitors can even try a flight simulation.
Of course there is also the marina, which is the focal point of the city of Corpus Christi. Sandy barrier islands off the Texas Coast protect Corpus Christi Bay from the Gulf of Mexico. If you happen to be visiting the first Saturday of the month be sure to visit Marina Market Day, in which the local community, boaters and visitors can enjoy live music, arts, crafts and food at this lively waterfront festival.
The waterfront is also the perfect place to make hotel reservations. Find a hotel with an expansive view of the bay and make hotel reservations on one of the top floors and take it all in. Make your hotel reservations at the Best Western Marina Grand Hotel on the bay with spectacular views of the water. The waterfront is located just steps away where you can jog, walk, or roller skate by the water. Walk down to the marina and embark on a dolphin watching cruise or just be awe-struck by the colorful sailboat regattas.
For a four-diamond experience make your hotel reservations at Omni Hotel & Resorts right in the heart of the downtown marina district. Omni has 475 renovated rooms, massage services, a full-service salon, and the Bayfront Tower with its magnificent views. It was also ranked as one of the Worlds Best Hotels on Expedia Insiders’ Select List 2009 and 2010.
Grab your beach towel and sunscreen and head for the water. Take advantage of a fantastic beach retreat while summer is still upon us. Make your hotel reservations in Corpus Christi and relax in this affordable seaside town.
