Articles for tag: Crabbing, Night Fishing, Padre Island, Snowbirds, South Padre Island

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Gulf Getaways for Fall

Fall is one of my favorite times on the gulf, it’s cooler and a lot of the tourists are gone. Don’t get me wrong I love summer and all that comes with it, it’s just a little less crowded and the prices go back to what the locals can afford. I have found my way ...

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Disadvantages of Living in Phoenix

Thinking about making a move to the Valley of the Sun? Phoenix, Arizona (and its outlying suburbs) offers a unique living experience to its citizens. Having lived here for 12 years, I can say that Phoenix is a great city, but it comes with certain downsides and disadvantages that one should heavily consider before contemplating ...

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Snowbirds in South Texas: A Great Way to Live Life

Snowbirds are people who have retired, deciding to live six months of winter in a warmer climate, then heading back home during the summer months. They usually have a RV or a park model that they live out of while spending the winter months down south. My parents became Snowbirds, and enjoyed the warmer winters ...

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DIY: Convert a Van into a Campervan Part 7

This is the seventh article in the series, “Convert a Van Into a Campervan.” This article will discuss heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. With all the insulation, water setup and interior furnishings built, it is time to consider heating, cooling, ventilation and refrigeration. Let’s discuss these one by one. Air Conditioning Mounting a rooftop ...

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Inexpensive Winter Vacation Destinations

Winter vacation destinations for those individuals in the northern United States that do not enjoy the cold and winter elements are those that are warm, sunny and have no snow. Follow the birds and select a winter vacation destination in the south. Several states offer inexpensive vacation spots that are either romantic or family friendly. ...