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Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped stretch of a barrier island in the world, has more than 133,000 acres of protected, natural beaches, white dunes, thriving grassland, saltwater marshes, and a host of untouched wildlife. Experience the island in its natural state with primitive camping, which is allowed in any spot along the entire length of the beach. Year-round inhabitants include coyotes, white-tail deer, peregrine falcons, kangaroo rats, and jackrabbits.

Rockit’s Whiskey Bar & Saloon is an iconic music venue in Coastal Bend that offers an expanded array of activities, entertainment, and a classic but contemporary beverage menu. Check out the Launchpad, Rockit’s newest addition that features a wall of live music memorabilia. The Barrel room is the perfect spot for groups and parties and has plenty of space with a great view of the stage. The Whiskey Room is where you’ll catch all the biggest local and regional acts live in concert and the spot to taste the large selection of high-end whiskeys.

Commemorate the legendary Tejano star, Selena Quintanilla, as you walk through the Selena Museum, where you can view her many accomplishments that have been put on display so that her loving and adoring fans from around the world can feel closer to the singer who left us too soon. As you stroll through the museum, you'll see her music memorabilia, performance outfits, a collection of pictures, awards, and even her iconic red 1986 Porsche. If you want more Selena, visit her statue by the water or pay your respects at her gravesite.