Texans Can Sail On A Pirate Ship Through The Laguna Madre In Port Isabel This Summer
By Katie Lawrence|Published June 27, 2020
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Ahoy, mateys! Nothing says summertime quite like sailing the ocean blue on a pirate ship, and you can do just that with Black Dragon Cruises in Port Isabel. This nautical adventure is fun for the whole family with its realistic design and a slew of themed activities.
Docked at the Port Isabel lighthouse, the Black Dragon is a modern-day replica of a 17th-century galleon. The likes of Jean Lafitte once sailed these very waters, and you, matey, can follow in his footsteps.
The ship is 75 feet long, weighs 80 gross tons, and features four decks of adventure. Her tallest mast is the height of a five-story building, and she boasts a top speed of 12 knots.
She mounts 10 cannons, which are fired by computer with an array of visual and audio sound effects. Watching them fire is like pulling up a front-row seat to a real naval battle.
Aboard a Black Dragon Cruise, guests are entertained by a crew of professional pirates. Treasure hunts, face painting, water pistol fights, and music are just some of the activities offered.
Snacks and drinks (including alcoholic beverages for the grownup pirates) are available for purchase on the ship. Sipping a cold drink while watching the sunset reflect on the water is truly an unforgettable experience.