Dr. Osvaldo Alejandro Brusco

Join us for a fun-filled day on the waters of the Lydia Ann Channel, where the pirate crew of Red Dragon Pirate Cruises will keep you entertained with exciting activities, such as cannon fire, dolphin watching, sword fighting, treasure hunting, and much more. They offer a variety of adventurous pirate cruises for all occasions, including birthdays, weddings, school field trips, private charters, special events, and more. The pirate ship is perfect for all ages, from the youngest sword fighters to the most seasoned deck mates. Bring the whole family and enjoy an experience you'll never forget. And for the adults, don't miss out on our tales of the high seas, adult pirate grog, and stunning views around Port Aransas.

Enjoy walking into Murdy's Public and being welcomed with a cold beer, great music, and surrounded by a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Known as the neighborhood bar, you can let loose, be yourself, and have an enthusiastic night out. Cold beer, pool tables, head-to-head basketball hoops, and other games, they have everything you need for a fun-filled escape. The game is always on at the bar, and the happy hours keep the drinks flowing for those stopping by after a long day.

Take a meaningful stroll through The University Galleries at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, which accommodates both the Weil Gallery and the Islander Art Gallery. Here you will be impressed by the traditional gallery spaces used for screenings, symposia, and exhibitions of work by TAMU-CC graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and visiting artists from the local, national, and international contexts.

South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center showcases colorful and unusual plants, including cacti, hibiscus, roses, plumeria, and orchids. Explore the Arid Garden, Water Garden, Sensory Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, and the shaded Bird & Butterfly Trail. Take the opportunity to mingle with fluttering butterflies, who will often stop and rest on an available arm or shoulder. Be adventurous and hike the nature trail through 30 acres of native brush to see native plants, deer, javelina, and coyotes.