Corpus Christi, Texas: 2011 Travelers’ Choice Winner for Best Family Vacations

When it comes to family vacations, pleasing everyone is tough. In kid-friendly Corpus Christi, however, it comes naturally. That’s why we’re a 2011 Travelers’ Choice winner for Best Family Vacations. TripAdvisor singled out Corpus Christi’s 70 miles of beaches and top-rated Texas attractions when announcing the list of great places to visit.

White, sandy beaches form the foundation for the imagination to run wild. Let the kids dig around in the feet-smoothing, castle-building, sea-foam absorbing sand, while you kick back and enjoy the scenery. Feel the sea breeze kiss your checks while riding along in a sailboat. Or explore the sandy dunes, where sea bird and other critter sightings are common.

Surfing, boating and fishing appeal to the older, more adventurous kids in your group. They’ll also be interested in windsailing, a favorite pastime in the Corpus Christi area. No matter what you decide to do, the beach is the perfect place for a kid-friendly Texas vacation.

To see Dad turn into a little kid, hop aboard the USS Lexington. Truly a patriotic emblem, the ship—nicknamed "The Blue Ghost" for its ability to recover from sinking no less than 4 times—saw 21 months in combat during WWII and shot down a total of 847 enemy aircraft. Self-guided tours let the family take it all in at their own pace.

Other kid-friendly activities around the area include horseback riding on the beach, miniature golf and the Texas State Aquarium. Everyone in the family will be amazed by the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean marine life on display. The dolphin shows are great crowd-pleasers. Indeed, you’ll find plenty of reasons why Corpus Christi is one of TripAdvisor’s "Best of 2011" and one of the top places to visit in Texas.