Project to Bring Year-Round Tourism to South Padre

A new venue project will soon be underway on South Padre Island. The purpose of the project, which is being paid for by a venue tax, will be to attract year-round tourism to the city.

The city is currently at work getting permits to start construction. The first phase will focus on a kayak launch and paddle boat station, which will be built behind the convention center at 7355 Padre Blvd. According to city manager Susan Guthrie, when the project is completed, it will include a kayak and paddle boat trail that goes up the coast on the bay side.

Additionally, “we’ll see a wind sporting facility that will attract wind sporters from all over the world,” Guthrie told the local CBS affiliate.

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