CyberCelt | June 25, 2008 in Beach,Birding,Family Fun,Fish/Hunt,Kayak/canoe/tube,Nature,RV Parks,RV Travel,Scuba/Snorkel,Wildlife Watching | Comments (1)
Port Aransas
Port Aransas is an island paradise tucked away on the Gulf Coast, reached by car ferry from Aransas Pass or by driving up Mustang Island from Corpus Christi. Port Aransas is the only town on Mustang Island and inhabits 8 miles of the 18-mile long barrier island. Everything moves on Island Time in Port Aransas, so relax and enjoy all that this Texas treasure has to offer.
The bays, jetties and deep Gulf waters offer the finest fishing around. Take an excursion for sport fishing, spearfishing or scuba diving. Grab the Jetty Boat to St. Jo Island for a few hours or the day. Sign up for a sunset cruise, a gambling or a dolphin encounter.
Visit the Fennessey Ranch, 4,000 acres of wetlands, meadows and natural lakes for discovery and photography. More than 500 species of birds visit annually, making Port A one of the most popular birding destinations in Texas.
Rent a bike or electric buggie to zip around the town. Kayak, kite board or surf. Build a sandcastle or just lay back and relax the temperate climate. Remember, you are on island time.
RVers will love Port Aransas. Some of the RV parks in Port A are right on the beach. Others are located inland within walking distance to restaurants or on the trolley route. Some offer amenities like pools, wi-fi and cable.
CyberCelt | in Events,Reviews,Sports | Comments (0)
La Hoya vs. Mayweather: The World Awaits at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas was THE boxing super welterweight championship. On May 5, 2007, six-division world champion Oscar De La Hoya and four-division champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. met, with the split decision going Floyd Mayweather Jr. over Oscar De La Hoya in 12 rounds.
It was contested at 154 pounds, with De La Hoya defending his WBC light middleweight championship. Mayweather captured the World Boxing Council (WBC) light middleweight title. Between them, Mayweather and De La Hoya have leveled the playing field at 147 pounds and below.
Now, on September 20, 2008, De La Hoya and Mayweather are going to have another super fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Producers are looking to duplicate the 2007 record of $134.4 million in pay-per-view revenue and $18.4 million in live gate.
De La Hoya has not fought since losing to Mayweather, while Mayweather has been active despite his talk of retirement. Perhaps the proceeds from this next mega-fight will provide his golden parachute for a worry-free retirement.
The De La Hoya vs Mayweather tickets are already on sale. Expect to pay from $891 per ticket for upper row balcony, to $2475 per ticket at the club level, all the way to $15,675 for the first six rows on the floor, If you are interested, I would not delay in purchasing tickets.
I think Mayweather will probably take De La Hoya. In a strange twist, De La Hoya has been training wih Mayweather’s father.
CyberCelt | June 22, 2008 in Remember | Comments (0)
Funny Car driver Scott Kalitta died Saturday when his Funny Car burst into flames and exploded during qualifying at the at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park during the fourth and final round of qualifying at the Lucas Oil NHRA SuperNationals.
If you are a racing fan, please visit the tribute area of the NHRA website.
Vaya Con Dios, Scott. Thanks for the memories.
