There are 11 federal holidays that take place in our country every year, most of which we all receive a paid day off that we often use for travel, and always have a list of things that we feel we need to do to celebrate them properly.
With the exception of Labor Day which is literally a day that we celebrate how hard we work by not doing anything we HAVE to do, and if your journey is bringing you to North Padre Island for a Labor Day weekend getaway in Texas of doing nothing, choosing to stay in our On Island Time Vacation Rentals holiday hideaway is the best way to feel pampered as you live the life of leisure.
Offering luxury, comfort, and style that will complement the stunning beauty of the paradise each property is located in, this guide to Labor Day Weekend on North Padre Island will show you all the ways you can play, relax, and feel totally spoiled.
Every Lazy Day Deserves a Visit to the Beach
The beaches of North Padre Island never fail to thrill, and they are one of our favorite places to go and do absolutely nothing. We find our landing spot in the sand, spread out towels, beach chairs, and plant a colorful umbrella, staking our claim much as the astronauts did with a flag on the moon. And as the ocean roars, the seabirds cry out, and the sounds of laughter and conversation provide a musical backdrop, we nap, we read, and we let our troubles, fears, and worries fly away in ocean breezes. You too, can follow in our footsteps, enjoying a carefree holiday on white sands, but if you are a little bit allergic to sitting around doing nothing, the Gulf waters offer plenty of opportunity for adventure, some of which we will talk about below.
Padre Island Jet Ski, 13317 S Padre Island Drive in Corpus Christi
Offering a variety of jet ski tours that take guests along the canals, seeking dolphins, or simply zipping along the Padre Island National Seashore, reveling in the beauty of an almost fall day on North Padre Island. Your kids will love their Pirate Treasure Hunt Tour, which comes complete with a treasure map and a buried treasure filled with pirate gold; this one encourages dressing in your favorite pirate gear, enhancing the fun everyone can have on the adventure!
Spot N’ Tails Fishing Charters
You can pack your pole and gear and head to the Packery Channel Jetties for a morning of fishing and relaxation or you can enjoy a day of fishing fun on a Spot N’ Tails fishing charter, going out to where the big fish swim and ensuring your tale about the one who got away is a little more believable! With prices ranging from $650 for 1-2 anglers up to $850 for 4 anglers, this adventure may seem a little pricey until you realize that if you don’t catch a fish, you don’t have to pay! You will need to get your saltwater license and bring your own food, drinks, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, but when you catch the fish that is almost as big as you are, we don’t think you will mind.
Snoopy’s Pier, 13313 S Padre Island Drive in Corpus Christi
You’ve spent the day at the beach or out on the water, and when dinner time rolls around, we can assure you that you will feel really hungry. You probably won’t be tired of sea views, however, no matter how hungry you are, and that’s ok, because we are sending you to Snoopy’s Pier, a local favorite that sits right on the water, offering sunset views to go along with that locally sourced seafood dinner you will soon be devouring! Everything on their menu is wonderful, but if you forget to order some hushpuppies to go along with your meal, you will be very disappointed in yourself!
Do Nothing Luxuriously at Home with On Island Time Vacation Rentals
Doing nothing takes on capital letter proportions in our North Padre Island holiday hideaways. Sitting out on balconies that overlook the water, swimming in community pools that are clear and blue, even soaking in the community hot tubs after a long day of jet skiing; these are just a few things that will make your vacation experience feel hedonistic. Also offering retreats with boat slips that you can tie your rental boat to, heading out for a day of exploration guaranteed to be exciting. Some communities will offer barbecue areas, encouraging travelers to enjoy a family barbecue, just as they would at home. And every property will offer a happy place to land at the end of every day; reserve your favorite holiday haven today and discover all the ways Labor Day is about to become your new favorite holiday!
When the weather is rough, the stress levels are high, and your workload is overwhelming, it can be nice to take a breath from reality and start planning your upcoming Easter 2025 getaway to North Padre Island. Offering temperatures that resemble the early days of summer, beautiful beaches just waiting to be explored and all the comforts of home waiting to be enjoyed in our On Island Time holiday hideaways, Easter just sparkles brighter on NPI. This guide to planning your Easter 2025 North Padre Island vacation will help you fill in all the blank spaces on your itinerary and give you that little break you so richly deserve as you finish the finer details of vacation planning.
Pack for Summer
First, let’s take a few moments to discuss luggage, or to be more exact, to discuss all the items you will need to place in your luggage before boarding the plane to paradise. As the snow may be falling outside your window, it will be time to dig out your summer clothes from storage, especially this year when Easter falls so late in the year. Grab your tee shirts, shorts, swimsuits, and that cute little sundress you just saw online and couldn’t keep yourself from buying, even though you knew that in your hometown it would be more than a couple of months before you could wear it again. Now this is an Easter vacation, and since your kids will be joining you during your travels, you may have already started to look for Easter baskets, goodies, and the fillers that go inside, planning on lugging all that across the miles. But why risk the kiddos discovering your spring alter ego is the Easter Bunny when all you need to do is stop in one of the dollar stores on North Padre Island and purchase all the supplies you need?
Hunt For Easter Eggs During Your Easter 2025 Getaway to North Padre Island
The Easter Eggstravaganza held every year at Heritage Park, 1581 N Chaparral, is an event our kids look forward to every year and we know that yours will too. Offering not just the egg hunt, but also games, music, and a tasty selection of food trucks that will enhance the entire experience. They haven’t announced the date for this year’s event as of yet, but in 2024 it was actually held in the late afternoon on Easter Day, so we’re thinking they will do the same this year. Also offering moon jumps and prices, this fun kids’ event may end up being your family’s favorite adventure.
Time for Brunch
Every holiday revolves around a very delicious meal and at Easter, that meal is generally a tasty brunch, featuring foods inspired by the season and the holiday. They haven’t announced any specific holiday brunches either, but most restaurants on NPI will be open and perhaps offering something inspired by the holiday, including Gallery 41 Water’s Edge Grill, located at N Shoreline Boulevard in Corpus Christi. Offering the most amazing Sunday brunch under regular circumstances they have been known to step up their skills for the holidays and we can’t wait to see what they have up their sleeve for Easter of 2025. Including an omelet station, raw bar, and an interactive flaming donut bar, we think your family will wish they were here for two Sundays as they won’t be able to try everything in just one short visit.
Beachy Easter 2025 Getaway to North Padre Island
You’ve been dreaming about the beach since the first winter storm hit your town and we can promise you that all celebrations are better when accompanied by sand, surf, and sunshine. Feel the peace of a sunrise walk along shore’s edge, watching the world awaken around you. Feel the love of your tiny little toddler traveler as you work with him to construct a sandcastle on this beautiful sunny Sunday in April. And feel all the possibilities to play, relax, and savor the sea as your entire family discovers all the ways they can have the time of their lives, jet skiing, boogie boarding, or just working on their tans. The beach calls and you know you are going to answer happily during your Easter 2025 getaway to North Padre Island.
Traditions Make the Holiday
The traditions of Easter can be experienced at home in our On Island Time North Padre Island holiday hideaways, designed to be an integral part of your vacation experience. Create your own Easter Feast in the cheerful and fully appointed kitchen or simply use the space to boil the eggs you are going to decorate at the dining room table located just steps away. Watch Easter themed movies on state of the art televisions, hide the colorful eggs you decorated earlier all around the condo or on the balcony overlooking the sea, and let the adventures you enjoy with your family become the most cherished memories of the year. Reserve your Easter 2025 getaway to North Padre Island today!