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South Cape Beach State Park Located in Mashpee, South Cape Beach State Park is a lovely natural attraction with plenty in store for adventurous student groups. Enjoy swimming along the mile-long, white sand beach or take advantage of the hiking trails complete with boardwalks and scenic views. There are also options for boating, fishing, and…

Woods Hole Science Aquarium Educational, fascinating, and better yet, free, the Woods Hole Science Aquarium is a must-see stop on any Cape Cod trip! Though it is a small, public aquarium, there are roughly 140 marine animal species being cared for in this beautiful facility. Take part in the adventure of the seas with a…

Corpus Christi Beach Time There are so many absolutely amazing beachfront spots in Corpus Christi, it’s honestly pretty hard to choose which one you want to spend your day at! The Padre Island Seawall Beach allows guests to walk and jog comfortably; Padre Island National Seashore provides the best wildlife viewing opportunities; Bob Hall Pier…

Osprey Cruises Have a glorious South Padre Island weekend adventure with a sunset or midday eco-cruise with Osprey Cruises! This Padre Boulevard company provides an introduction and overview of the ecology of Laguna Madre through a fun interactive cruise, placing a special emphasis on wildlife in the area. This professionally narrated cruise will give your group…

Sea Turtle Inc The Sea Turtle Rescue Center is owned and operated by the conservation company Sea Turtle, Inc. This establishment was created in 1977 by Ila Fox Loetscher, better known as the “Turtle Lady of South Padre Island.” The mission of this enterprise is to “rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured sea turtles, educate the…

Pier 19 Spend some quality time at the locally loved eatery with the absolute best nightly sunset views in South Padre, Pier 19! This family-friendly venue features expansive bay views, amazing seafood, and casual American fare, all for a reasonable price! Inside you will see seaside decor to match the delicious king crab and coconut shrimp,…

South Padre Beach Time South Padre Island is one of the few islands in Texas, making it a beautiful destination with wide, clean beaches and plenty to see and do! This tropical Texas island getaway allows you and your group to be only steps away from the ocean at all times, the widest point of the island…

Snorkeling at Laguna Madre Estuary Welcome to the Laguna Madre Estuary, the gorgeous southern Texas spot where the Rio Grande enters the Gulf of Mexico. This large shallow body of water separates Padre Island from the southern Texas mainland is actually one of the largest hypersaline coastal lagoons in the world, ranked fourth largest out of…

Edward Gorey House Also known as the Elephant House, this landmark is the historic home of Edward Gorey, American playwright, puppeteer, author, and illustrator. This notable individual lived and worked out of this lovely New England home from the mid-1980s until his death in 2000. Today, the house is a museum attraction preserving the legacy…

Oak Alley Plantation This New Orleans stop is a truly essential one, the iconic and amazingly photogenic site of Oak Alley Plantation. Technically located in the town of Vacherie, this stunningly Southern historic plantation home sits on 25 historic acres, each one filled with stories of history and romance, tragedy and triumph. There are so…