Corpus Christi is located on the Texas gulf coast. The city is fondly known as the Sparkling City by the Sea and its beaches attract thousands of visitors annually. The Port of Corpus Christi is the sixth largest port in the nation and is active in the city economy.
The port provides close to 40, jobs for the community. Because of its location, the city has become a place where fishing guides, bait merchants, fishing supply retailers, watercraft retailers and marine biologists have set up shop for business.
Other high areas of employment are in the services field, wholesale and retail trade, and government sectors. The area is popular for waterfowl hunting, fishing, wind surfing, kite boarding and other water and outdoor recreation.
The beaches of Corpus Christi attract crowds for occasions like Spring Break and summer vacations. The perfect Corpus Christi visit can be started with toes in the sand and a drink in hand at one of these beautiful beaches. Get to shuckin' at the Fulton Oysterfest, where you can enjoy the carnival rides, games, food, an oyster eating contest, live music, and unique vendor booths, all on the beautiful Rockport-Fulton bayfront.
Oysterfest officials have been working with seafood sources along the Texas Gulf Coast to locate the freshest oysters and other seafood for the event as well as the most popular entertainment. Make a splash at Hurricane Alley, the Coastal Bend's largest and newest waterpark, which features exciting attractions and plenty of water so you can cool off under the Texas sun. Experience the rush of the 6-story Cat 5 water slide, race down the Storm Chaser speed slide, battle the waves of the Storm Surge or get carried away in the Gulf Stream lazy river.
