In many states, winter sticks around like an unwanted house guest, making you feel like you will never be warm again, but if you want to actually enjoy the softer seasons of the year, spending your Spring Break in Corpus Christi will actually bring you a hint of summer. Offering temperatures that reach the 70s and sometimes even tiptoe into the 80s, sunny days, and serene nights that are just cool enough to make you really appreciate the deep soaking tubs found in some of our On Island Time Texas retreats, spring will have sprung and life will be all the sweeter because of it. This guide to the fun you can have during your Spring Break in Corpus Christi and staying in our seasonal sanctuaries will give you something to dream about when the snow gets too much at home.
It’s Always Summer at the Beach
Yes, we know that it is Spring Break we are discussing on this forum today, but every beach everywhere represents the carefree vibe of summer all year round, and our Corpus Christi beaches are no different. Offering vanilla sands that look so sweet you may be tempted to taste them, blue waters, and those fantastic spring temps that will finally warm your chilled noses, toes, and bones. Guests can spend all their time relaxing on the section of sand they claimed for their own, or perhaps, zipping across the waters on jet skis rented from Nauticool Adventures (361-313-6005), pushing all thoughts of winter to the back of their minds.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow N’ Fire, March 23, American Bank Center Arena
Monster trucks have been the obsession of men and boys since Bigfoot rolled onto the scene in the 1970s, and Monster Trucks Live Glow N’ Fire is the latest transformation of this hobby. Offering the biggest names in the business, including the latest rendition of Bigfoot, Tiger Shark, and Bone Shaker, this cool event adds fire into the mix. (We can practically here Tim from that tool show grunting in his manliest manner!) Also offering two VIP experiences for an added cost, including the opportunity to get up close and personal with their favorite monster truck, admittance to a pre-party, and a cool selection of swag that will serve as the perfect souvenir for your Spring Break shenanigans.
US Lexington Museum, 2914 N Shoreline Road, Open Daily from 9AM to 5PM
Ok, you might think us crazy for suggesting a museum visit during Spring Break, but the US Lexington Museum is an extraordinary one, existing on a decommissioned aircraft carrier that floats in the harbor. Built in 1941, she is the world’s oldest aircraft carrier, which makes her even more special and offers exhibits that include an extremely moving Pearl Harbor exhibition that will linger in your heart and mind long after you have moved on to the next exhibit. Offering both self-guided and guided tours, military buffs, and kiddos with big dreams of making a career on the sea will love spending some of their Spring Break aboard this famed ship.
Rebel Toad Brewing Company, 425 Lomax Street, Closed Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays
Your life has changed more than a little since your college Spring Breaks; you have a spouse, kids, a dog, maybe even a cat now, but although you no longer party the entire night away, it wouldn’t be Spring Break without a few beers, and the Rebel Toad Brewing Company is highly recommended. Offering a taproom that carries anywhere from 8 to 12 beers on tap, including their own brewed on site flavors, it is actually a family friendly spot that invites the ENTIRE family to hang out, including your favorite fur baby! They don’t provide food—this local brewery is all about the beer—but you can bring snacks you prepared in your fully equipped kitchen, or order something from some of the restaurants that are nearby.
Hang Out at Home with On Island Time
Your favorite adventures generally turn out to be the ones spent at home, especially when you choose On Island Time for your seasonal sanctuary. Offering a serene and laidback vibe that often accompanies a beach area retreat, each property we offer comes with its own long list of amenities. Community swimming pools and hot tubs, bedrooms with private patios overlooking the sea, state of the art televisions, you may even find a selection of beach gear tucked away in a corner or a closet, encouraging you to get outside and play as hard as you have been relaxing on our comfortable sofas and chairs. Reserve your favorite Spring Break escape today and discover all the ways that a Corpus Christi getaway spent in our Texas retreats will be one you never forget!
The big end-of-year holidays have barely concluded and it is already time to start thinking about the next batch of holidays, more specifically, Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is a holiday we don’t always make the best decisions when it comes to gift giving, but we at On Island Time, know that you have made a vow to yourself to do it differently, spoiling your Valentine in so many ways she will forget all the lesser gifts you may have given her in the past. Starting with a getaway to North Padre Island, this guide to how to spoil your loved one in North Padre Island will ensure that 2025 will be the year you did it right!
Sunrise Walk Along Shore’s Edge
There is something wonderful about watching the world come alive around you, walking at shore’s edge, your Valentine’s hand held in yours as the waters curl around your feet and ankles. The roar of the surf provides a serene accompaniment to the show in the sky and as the dark turns to light and the kaleidoscope of colors turn the heavens to fire, if you haven’t already asked the most important question of your life, THIS would be the moment to do so.
Or Just Let Her Sleep
Not everyone thinks a sunrise is worth waking up early for, and even though the sun doesn’t rise until 7:07 AM on Valentine’s Day, your loved one may prefer the luxury of sleeping late. Comfortable beds and curtains that close tightly and keep the sun from peeking in too early will allow her to sleep even as you slip out of bed and wander into the kitchen to prepare a morning feast you will bring to her as soon as you hear her stirring. If you aren’t a shining star in the kitchen, never fear, Door Dash delivers here as well; all you need to do is remember the mimosas, because spoiling someone with champagne and their favorite juice (mimosas come in all flavors) will take the experience to the next level of wonderful!
A Day at the Spa
Spoiling begins with a spa day at the Island Day Spa, located at 13915 S Padre Island Drive in Corpus Christi, something we are sure your Valentine won’t argue against. Offering a large variety of spa services, including massage, ski care, body therapy, and more, their packages combine the best of the best, especially if you choose a Day in Paradise. This package takes up an entire day and includes, a 50-minute massage, a facial, mani/pedi, a body wrap, and lunch. You might miss her while she is getting spoiled but when you see the glow on her face and the sparkle in her eyes at the end of the day, we are sure you will think your sacrifice was worth it!
A Little Ice
No, we aren’t talking about the ice in your margarita, we are, of course, encouraging you to spoil her with something that glitters on her wrist, her fingers, or dangles from her earlobes with a visit to Victoria’s Jewels. Located at 6437 S Padre Island Drive in Corpus Christi, this family run business has been our go to shop for over 40 years, their custom designs won’t be found anywhere else, helping your beautiful Valentine sparkle even brighter. Their passion for jewelry can only be compared to your passion for your loved one; its all-encompassing!
The Quickest Way to Her Heart
As we near the end of this guide, we do want to remind you that every time we say her or she, we are just doing so for ease of writing, and it doesn’t matter if your Valentine is male or female; all of these activities and ideas will be loved by your favorite person, especially a romantic meal enjoyed at Republic of Texas Bar & Grill, located at 900 N Shoreline Boulevard in Corpus Christi. Famous for its waterfront views, of COURSE you will want to make reservations for a sunset meal, even if it does drop a little early in the winter months. (6:20 PM on February 14th. It’s the menu, however, that will bring you both joy, offering an extensive selection of seafood, steak, and other land lubber meals, all created with locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. And although we might normally suggest a seafood option, their Prime Côte De Boeuf Bone-In Ribeye* (For Two) seems to be designed especially for a Valentine’s Day meal.
Spoiling Begins at Home with On Island Time
The moments in which she may feel most spoiled may just be the ones enjoyed at home with On Island Time, and as you sit on patios overlooking the water, watch rom coms on state of the art televisions, and revel in these private and quiet times, this Valentine’s Day will go on the record books as being the best one ever. Reserve your favorite escape today!
There’s a new holiday in February that you may not be aware of, but if you are planning a vacation to Port Aransas, Mustang Island, or North Padre Island, it can be a game changer for your budget. February 5th is Book Direct Day 2025, a day dedicated to teaching travelers that there are better ways to reserve your vacation accommodations, and although you could find many of our properties at On Island Time on those other third-party platforms, there are many reasons why booking direct is better. This guide why you should book direct for your Texas 2025 vacation experience will enlighten you on all the ways it will change the way you plan your vacations forevermore.
Shopping Local Is Always a Good Thing
We all know that shopping local is the best way to stimulate a flagging economy, but you may not have thought about doing the same when you reserve your vacation sanctuary. Our staff at On Island Time, however, don’t just work where we rent properties; we live there, we play there, and when it comes time to hire new staff, the people we hire are local as well.
As the money circulates to the schools, the community, the businesses you will patronize, you may also notice a change in the activities you can enjoy, discover that new restaurants are announcing their grand opening, and new shops are opening their doors, eager to sell you the coolest souvenirs in the state. Shopping local is always a good thing, and when you book directly with us, that is exactly what you are doing!
Personally Yours on Book Direct Day 2025
Another benefit to booking direct is what we like to call the personal touch. Our mission is to ensure that your vacation is one that tops all previous vacations, and we ensure that not just by providing the most comfortable sanctuaries in the state, but by being your guide when you need ideas on where to eat, where to shop, and what to do.
We know how lucky we are to live where we do, and there is nothing we love more than to share all the things that make this part of the world fun, exciting, and all together wonderful. We can point you in the direction of our favorite special occasion restaurant, we can tell you where the best margaritas can be had, and we can even recommend the best tour companies, the ones that will take you to our favorite places. This personal concierge service just won’t be found anywhere else and may be one of your favorite reasons for booking direct.
We’re Flexible
Those big business vacation rental companies—you know, the ones with all the initials in their names—may have been flexible at one time, but over the years they have begun to develop a rigid set of rules, an unyielding collection of regulations, and in no way do they understand that life happens. Booking direct will also get you direct access with people who listen to your problems and work with you to find a solution that is amenable to all parties whenever possible.
Early check-ins, late check-outs, or maybe just letting you store your luggage when there is no feasible way of letting you check in early, but we just don’t want you to have to run around town pulling a set of Samsonite behind you. This flexibility doesn’t hurt anyone, and if it helps you enjoy your vacation, all the better.
How Does Saving Money Sound?
Perhaps the top reason for booking direct on February 5th is the money you can save. By using our website, you have access to last-minute deals on properties, holiday sales, even exclusive packages that will add to your enjoyment of the vacation experience. What won’t you find? Parking fees, fees that are charged simply for the privilege of using our website, or many other additional fees and costs for which those other sites are famed.
Saving money on your accommodations may help you extend your trip an extra day or choose to eat out for every meal instead of being forced to stay in and cook, or maybe you will be able to afford those new flip flops that seem to be a little pricey but are so cute and comfortable. It doesn’t matter what you spend your savings on, what’s important is that you saved because you booked directly with On Island Time for your Texas vacation of a lifetime.
Comfort, Style, and Serenity
Whenever or however you choose to book our welcoming vacation escapes, you can rest easy knowing that our properties will become an integral part of your vacation experience. Even better? You don’t have to wait until February 5th to book, nor will you miss out on the wonderful benefits if you forget the day; you can book direct with On Island Time any day of the year. Book direct today!
In the last few years, the world has learned the importance of shopping local. The economy thrives when local businesses do and fails miserably when they don’t. And that list of why shopping local grows even larger when you start the search for a Port Aransas property management company for your vacation rental, especially when you yourself do not live in the area. You want someone local, someone who knows the area, even someone who provides services that come from local sources as well, and when you want all of that and so much more, On Island Time is the first place you should look. This guide will show you all the reasons our company is exactly what your vacation rental investment needs to succeed.
We Treat Your Property as If It Were Our Own
It can be easy to forget the big picture in this business, focusing on the bottom line only, and while we want to ensure that you are obtaining a maximum return on your investment, we also want to make sure that your investment is protected and treasured. We vet potential renters to the best of our ability, ensuring that they are a good fit for your spaces, and we keep an eye out to ensure they are following the rules: no parties, no extra guests, no smoking, no pets (unless you choose to make your property pet friendly). We understand that this may be the largest investment you will make, and we work harder to make it work for you.
We Do the Hard Work
Port Aransas is a popular tourist destination, and as such, there are a plethora of vacation rental property management companies in the area. If your guests aren’t satisfied with what you have to offer, they can easily turn somewhere else, something we work hard to avoid. Our local housekeeping team is trained to keep your place in pristine condition, cleaning before, after, and sometimes during, your guest’s stay. And while they are cleaning, they are also noticing when something needs to be maintained or repaired, and our local maintenance team will be on the spot, making sure your dishwasher continues to wash dishes, your air conditioner continues to cool, and that any damage that may have arisen from a particularly ugly storm will be repaired in record time. Guests want clean and well run, and On Island Time ensures they get both.
We Know Numbers
The vacation rental business is a fluid one with nightly rates rising and lowering depending on the national economic tides and we do the research, constantly monitoring the market to keep your rental rates competitive and your occupancy rates at a maximum. We also encourage longer stays, understanding that guests who are able to stay for longer periods tend to be more careful with their accommodations and how the lower amount of foot traffic can ease the wear and tear on your property. And when the numbers add up correctly (with On Island Time, they always will), you can sit back and watch your ROI grow, easing you ever closer to financial success and prosperity.
We Take Care of Your Guests
If you spend any time at all on social media, you have probably seen more than your fair share of vacation rental horror stories on both sides of the equation, such as guests who were not delivered what they were promised and owners who got more than they bargained for by renting to the wrong people. We walk that fine line of ensuring that your guests treat your property carefully and that they feel comfortable and valued when they choose your rental for their holiday hideaways. We know the area, so we can provide concierge services of a sort, directing them to the tastiest restaurants, the safest fishing charters, and the cutest shops, and if something does go wrong with the property, we are the calm voice on the other end of the line, offering reassurance and solutions, no matter what time of the day or night it may be. Taking care of your guests also leads to repeat business, which is the cheapest type of advertising, so by taking care of your guests, we are taking care of your financial portfolio as well.
All the Details
If this is your first investment property, what you don’t know about the details of running a vacation rental may frighten you, and if you have invested before, knowing those details ahead of time may bring you pause when it comes time to sign on the dotted line. But when you partner with On Island Time, hiring us to be your property management company, you are hiring us to deal with those details, leaving you free to live your life. Contact us today and let’s work together to help your Port Aransas vacation rental live up to its full potential!
Check out our Seascape villas if you want to stay in a luxurious accommodation!