Port Aransas is a fantastic place to to visit. The beaches are great for swimming, sometimes surfing & definitely fishing. I would suggest you rent a golf cart or find a place that comes with one. We don't usually use or vehicle once we arrive and use the golf cart to the grocery store, beach and dinner at any of the in town restaurants. The Pirate ship is silly for adults but still a great time when you swill a little rum. If you're a fisherman, time to setup a charter with many of the local fishermen. All & all The Palm Republic steals my heart every time.