One of the Texas destinations hit hard by Hurricane Harvey was Port
Aransas. The community endured winds of over 132 mph with nearly
six feet of storm surge on Aug. 25.
It’s a tough town, though.
“While Hurricane Harvey caused tremendous damage to Port
Aransas and Mustang Island, the residents and businesses of Port A are
a strong and resilient community,” says Jeff Hentz, president and CEO
of the Port Aransas/Mustang Island Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Bureau, a new NTA member. “As this destination is rebuilt over the
coming weeks and months, our organization will stand united with city
officials, residents and the business community to help return Port A to
the beloved vacation destination that millions of visitors choose.”
Although the area is perceived as a low-key getaway, it boasts
some high-energy festivals and events, including BeachtoberFest, the
Whooping Crane Festival and Texas SandFest.
Visitors to the island enjoy year-round outdoor activities, includ-
ing sport fishing, parasailing, golf, birding and dolphin watching.
Tourists often rent golf carts to explore the town’s shops, galleries
and restaurants.
A few weeks after the hurricane, Hentz told a local newspaper
reporter that the storm had a significant short-term impact, “but
long-term, there’s going to be an unbelievable rebound.”
To keep tabs on the area’s progress, email Hentz at jhentz@port
aransas.org or go to visitportaransas.com.
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