Dolphin Watch in Port Aransas

 Dolphin Watch in Port Aransas Texas

Port Aransas is a city in Nueces County, Texas.  It is located close to Corpus Christi and north of Padre Island and is one of the longest barrier islands along the Texas coast. Dolphin are plentiful here, and Port Aransas is regarded as one of the best places in the country to take a dolphin tour. Dolphins are inquisitive, and might just surprise you by coming over to check you out.

Dolphin Encounters : The only Dolphin Watch in Texas where we have a chance to interact with free wild dolphins. Meet dolphins up close and we can enjoy an experience of a lifetime.  The Dolphin watch tour takes an hour-long tour on Corpus Christ Bay where we can visit with the dolphins and experience the area's beautiful, gulf coast sea life.

All the images posted here are took in the Dolphin Encounters and Historical Lighthouse Boat Tours in Port Aransas Texas. We saw lots of small dolphins very close to the boat. But unfortunately cant take the clear picture.

USS Lexington

Blue Ghost : Corpus Christi Texas

USS Lexington, nicknamed "The Blue Ghost", is an Essex-class aircraft carrier built during World War II for the United States Navy. Originally intended to be named Cabot, word arrived during construction that the USS Lexington (CV-2) had been lost in the Battle of the Coral Sea.

She was renamed while under construction to commemorate the earlier ship. She was the fifth US Navy ship to bear the name in honor of the Revolutionary War Battle of Lexington. USS Lexington is a valuable national treasure having played a significant role in the nation’s defense for nearly 50 years. Her World War II record is second to none and as a place where Americans died in defense of freedom, she is a memorial worth preserving. She continues to serve today as a museum and educational facility.

Blue Ghost USS Lexington: Fun Facts

Ø  Launched on 23 September 1942

Ø  Commissioned:         17 February 1943

Ø  Decommissioned:     23 April 1947

Ø  Recommissioned:     15 August 1955

Ø  Decommissioned:     8 November 1991

Ø  The USS Lexington is as tall as a 19 story building and as long as three New York City blocks.

Ø  You could park more than 1,000 automobiles on its flight deck.

Ø  It has more telephones than a city of 5,000.

Ø  It has crossed the equator 13 times.

Ø  It was the first carrier to deploy air-to-surface missiles.

Ø  It has sailed enough miles to circle the globe eight times.

Ø  It has more sleeping spaces than Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.

Ø  It was the first carrier to establish a seagoing high school.

Ø  It can produce enough electricity to power a city of 150,000.

Ø  I was the first ship in U.S. Navy history to have women aboard as crewmembers.

Lexington was decommissioned in 1991, with an active service life longer than any other Essex-class ship. Following her decommissioning, she was donated for use as a museum ship in Corpus Christi, Texas. In 2003, Lexington was designated a National Historic Landmark.

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi - Sparkling City by the Sea

Corpus Christi is located in the South Texas Gulf Coast, It offers popular tourist attractions, a variety of hotels, cultural venues, shopping and dining options and best of all South Texas hospitality.  

Ø  Corpus Christi is a coastal city in the South Texas region of the U.S. state of Texas. 

Ø  The city's name (Corpus Christi) in Latin means Body of Christ.

Ø  The city has been nicknamed "Texas Riviera" and "Sparkling City by the Sea", particularly featured in tourist literature.

Ø  In Corpus Christi, Texas, there are miles of beaches, bountiful things to see and do, and the margaritas are always within reach.

The Corpus Christi Beach :  North Beach, historically known as Rincon Point, is a section of Corpus Christi, Texas located on the far north end of the city. It is on the El Rincon peninsula surrounded by Corpus Christi Bay and Nueces Bay. The name was changed to Corpus Christi Beach in the 1950s, but the City Council officially changed the name back to "North Beach" in 2012, because most people still called it "North Beach" and many local business owners and residents requested the change. The city then erected a giant archway with "North Beach" written on it in 2012 at the gateway to this tourist area.

North Beach : The pristine, clean sand and quaint cabana shelters make this beach a hotspot for both parents and locals. Everyone can enjoy the clean beach against the silhouette of the skyline, secure in the knowledge that the waves in the bay are gentle and the waters calm and that there is no driving permitted on this beach. Lifeguards are on duty for most of the summer season, ensuring increased safety for all beachgoers.

Attractions : Along with the beach, the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington are located here. The Corpus Christi Beachwalk, a 10-foot-wide sidewalk that runs parallel to the entire length of the 1.5-mile-long beach, was completed in 2012.

The U.S.S. Lexington : For a glimpse of history, step aboard the U.S.S. Lexington, a vintage WWII Essex Class aircraft carrier that is now open to public. Nicknamed The Blue Ghost, the carrier has found a permanent home in Corpus Christi Bay. Visitors can tour the ship itself, and get even more information from the attached museum. In the summer, you might even see the fireworks show over the water, sponsored by the museum.

San Antonio Light Show

San Antonio The Saga Laser Light Show

San Antonio The Saga Is Presented By Main Plaza Conservancy in Cathedral of San Fernando, With The Generous Support Of Public And Private Institutions, Individuals And The City Of San Antonio.

Here's A Glimpse Of What You Will Learn About:

Ø  San Antonio THE SAGA, Original And Unique Video Narration Coming To Historic Main Plaza, Also Known As The "People's Plaza"

Ø  Project Unveiled Friday, June 13, 2014;

Ø  Video Art Projection To Cover 7,000 Sq. Ft. Of Light, Color And Visual Narration Projected Onto The Majestic Facade Of San Fernando Cathedral;

Ø  A 24 Minute Journey Through The Historical Discovery, Settlement And Development Of San Antonio, Our Wonderful Lone Star State, And United States History;

Ø  Destination For Residents, South Texans, National, And International Visitors;

Ø  Video Art Installation Will Be Shown Starting 2014 Thru 2024.

San Antonio Laser Show Information : 

Ø  Seating: We Have To Bring our Own Lawn Chairs And Blankets From Home (Optional).

Ø  Hosted By: Main Plaza Conservancy

Ø  Admission: Free

Ø  When: Every Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

Ø  Show Times: 9pm, 9:30pm, 10pm

Location: Main Plaza, Home Of San Fernando Cathedral, 115 N. Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78205 

Cathedral of San Fernando

Cathedral of San Fernando in San Antonio

The Cathedral of San Fernando (also called the Cathedral of Our Lady of Candelaria and Guadalupe) is a cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church located in downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA. 

It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of San Antonio and the seat of its archbishop. The cathedral is also known as the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y Guadalupe and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is notable as one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States.

San Fernando Cathedral Quick Facts :

Ø  San Fernando Cathedral is one of the oldest active cathedrals in the United States.

Ø  The original church of San Fernando was built between 1738 and 1750.

Ø  The Cathedral is registered as one of the USA Historic Places. 

San Antonio The Saga At Main Plaza : The Saga Laser Show, a 24-minute film on the history of San Antonio, runs on the facade of the San Fernando Cathedral. The Show times are 9.00, 9:30 and 10 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for at least the next 10 years. 

Location : San Fernando Cathedral, 115 N. Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78205

Snake Chase Trail

Snake Chase Trail in Stone Oak Park 

San Antonio parks gives an opportunity to the people, to spend time enjoying the outdoors, with fresh air, sunshine and exercise on tap for visitors. 

We can take a walk, enjoy the scenery, and de-stress. And also it has the Fitness Stations on the trail, like HealthBeat Outdoor Fitness Systems featuring interactive and stationary fitness equipment. Stone Oak Park has the running trail named as Snake Chase Trail.

Stone Oak Ecology : Stone Oak Park is located on the Balcones Escarpment, which is in the hill country Biome. It is also on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. The surface geology of the area is dominated by Edwards Limestone. The original landscape of the Biome was dominated by grassland savannah, rich in plant species with forested areas limited mostly to steep slopes, drainage and waterways.

Snake Chase Trail is a 3.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located in Stone Oak Park near San Antonio, TX that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and birding and is accessible year around. 

Trail Type: Concrete

Length (Miles):   3.4  miles