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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND
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South Padre Island FAQ Click here to return to the main South Padre Island page Dining and Drinking There are plenty of restaurants to satisfy all budgets. From fast food to fine dining, South Padre offers it all. The legal drinking age in Texas is 21 yrs. of age. Most bars will allow entry at 18 yrs. of age. Some hotels require at least one person to be 18yrs or older for check-in.Dress Code Technically, there isn't one in Padre. Wear shorts, pants, sandals or shoes, the choice is up to you. The nights can get a bit cool and we recommend that you bring a sweater or light jacket.Electrical System South Padre offers the same electrical outlets as you'll find in your own home.Government South Padre is located in the State of Texas within the United States and is governed by the same rules, regulations and laws found in the United States of America.Language English is the primary language and Spanish is the second language.Money The U.S. dollar is the accepted form of currency.Phone Calls South Padre phone calls are the same as if dialing from home. Hotels may have a surcharge, so inquire at your hotel before making a long distance call. Pay phones and your own cell phone are the most economical methods of phone communication.Prescription Drugs Keep all medication with you at all times. Do not put it in with your checked luggage and keep them in their prescription bottle.Time Zone South Padre operates on Central Standard Time, changing accordingly with the Daylight savings time.Tipping Every dollar counts when you are a college student, but please don't forget to tip the people who are good to you; bartenders, waitresses, maids and bellboys. The general custom is to tip 15% on restaurants and bar bills, $2 (US) per person for bellboys and $2 (US) per room/per night for maids.Transportation The town offers a FREE shuttle system called "the wave" that runs from 7am to 9pm. Taxis are readily available in South Padre and tipping the driver is not expected. Never share a taxi with strangers nor allow the driver to pick up additional passengers. Taxis never cost more then $4 regardless of where you get picked up or dropped off. Depending on your hotel locations, you may be within walking distance to many of the area attractions.Vendors/Locals Most stores are open from 10am to 10pm Monday through Saturday.Weather Most of the days in March and April are filled with sunshine and an average temperature around 80 degrees. |
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