Pictures taken around the island (South Padre Island, Tx)

View from the Pirat Ship.

Donna relaxing on the beach.
Helecoptor practicing rescue operations.
Yes, even strollers go down the beach.

Large ship leaving the ship channel.

28 miles down the beach to the end of South Padre Island

looks like this.

A sand sculpture eagle on the beach.

No, I didn't build it but someone sure did a great job!

Lessons at www.sandyfeet.com

Fisherman getting bait out of the sand on shore.

How about a band on the beach!!!!

Below shows the band seting up on the beach.

Church group building an elaborate sand castle.

Lessons at www.sandyfeet.com

Lots of seashells on the beach.

Some even get stuck!!

Some camp on the beach. Sleeping quarters

are above the van.

Riverboat Club-Riverboat Rio Grand River Cruise. Mission, Texas What a fun trip!!

The entrance to the Rio Grand Riverboat ride.

Rate schedule.

Map of location.

Ready to board the boat.

The boat dock below.

Boat is a beautiful covered pontoon type.

On the boat. Very comfortable

and great view from either side.

Looking at the Mexico side.

Another expensive home on the Mexico side

under construction.

An RV park on the USA side.

Below is a "Mexican Car Wash". This served as a

car wash as well as boat launch and laundry area on the Mexico side.

The Border Patrol boat we met.

Beautiful scenery along the Rio Grand on both sides.

Another view.

A park on the Mexico side.

Turtles out sunning themselves.

The border fence between the USA and Mexico.

Coming back into the boat dock area.

A beautiful sight.

Riding on the levi on the way back.

This trip is a "must do" for all "Winter Texans".

Family owned-Relaxed Casual Atmosphere

It is a relaxing ride on the Rio Grand River aboard

the Riverside Dreamer, a 55 foot enclosed pontoon

boat with AC/Heat, restrooms and cushioned seating

for up to 49 people. Great for bird watching, or private group tours.

No outside beverage or coolers allowed as refreshments

are available on the boat.

214 E. Chimney Rd.

Mission, Texas 78573

http://www.ontheriver.net/
Johnny Hart, Captain

956 581 4477 (group reservatione)

956 581 1033 (Individual reservations)

ISLA GRAND WINDJAMMER CAFE' GREAT PLACE TO DINE

The Isla Grand Windjammer Cafe'

has it all.

Excellent service!!
Great food!!

Affordable menu with many "Winter Texan" specials!

Breathtaking views!!

Gary, Marge, Donna and I enjoying the evening.

Shown below is the Bacon Wrapped Shrimp!

(5 Jumbo Shrimp grilled served with wild rice

and vegetable of the day.) MM Good!!!

Shown below is the Classic Chopped Steak.

(Ground Chuck char-grilled to your liking

served with mashed potatoes and Green beans)

Each night they offer a different evening

Buffet special. Buffet setup pictured below.

Have a very large dining area, all with

spectacular views of the Gulf!!

Friday night they have their big Seafood Buffet!

With panoramic ocean view dining, Winter Texan Specials,

Healthy Choice menu, excellent service and good portions it is

a must for all visitors. Decorations include fish aquariums in the dining area.

Isla Grand Windjammer Cafe"

500 Padre Blvd.

South Padre Island, Tx. 78597

phone 956 761 6511 fax 956 761 1602

www.islagrand.com

David Gracia Restuarant Mgr. dgracia@islagrand.com

Auto Service- South Shore Automotive, South Padre Island, Tx

Entrance to South Shore Automotive

on South Padre Island Texas.

The place to go for Quality, Integrity, and Trust.

Below Manager Dan Guitierrez and Assistant manager

Carlos Cardenas greet customers.

Featured services below.

They do state ispections, tires and wheels
as well as many other services.

Oil changes and tune ups.

Winter Texan friendly.

My experience with them was excellent. They are

honest, up front, and do good work at a reasonable cost. Very friendly and

customer service oriented.

Highly recommended!!

South Shore Automotive

1612 Padre Blvd

South Padre Island, Texas 78597

Phone 956 761 4770 fax 956 761 4776

email napadan16@yahoo.com Dan Gutierrez MGR.