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Head out toward the Island to experience the food and environment of the Padre Island Burger Company. This popular hangout serves up some amazing gourmet burgers - we recommend the Mr. Beckham - and the atmosphere here is laid-back and nothing short of island chic. Live music and great drink specials also add to the Burger Company's appeal.

Make a splash at Hurricane Alley! The Coastal Bend's largest and newest waterpark. The park features exciting attractions and plenty of water so you can cool off under the Texas sun. Experience the rush of the 6-story Cat 5 water slide, race down the Storm Chaser speed slide, battle the waves of the Storm Surge, or get carried away in the Gulf Stream lazy river. There are also designated areas where pint-sized visitors can have fun made just for them, and swim-up bars where adults can enjoy a drink without ever leaving the water.

Seafood lovers, indulge! Make a trip to the Rockport-Fulton Seafair in October. The festival features a Gumbo Cook-Off, Seafood Cooking classes and demos, vendors, live bands, a carnival, cardboard boat races, a parade and more.

Play the first oceanside golf course that renowned designer Arnold Palmer ever created. Palmilla Beach Golf Club is a links-style course that offers a par-71 game over its 6,985 yard expanse. It's settled between the Gulf of Mexico and Corpus Christi Bay, so beautiful views of the water are guaranteed.