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                        <title>These Boots are Made for Walkin&#039;</title>
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                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/these-boots-are-made-for-walkin/</guid><pp:caseid>360431</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>… And it’s quite a process to make them that way!</pp:subtitle><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<p>What&rsquo;s the only thing cooler than custom Whataburger boots? A first-person tour of the Justin Boots factory floor in El Paso, Texas.</p>

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]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>What&rsquo;s the only thing cooler than custom Whataburger boots? A first-person tour of the Justin Boots factory floor in El Paso, Texas, to see how they&rsquo;re made.</span></p>

<p><span>Check out this behind-the-scenes video for a look at the craftsmanship, effort and attention to detail that goes into each and every pair.</span></p>

<p><span>Wondering about the workmanship? Just check out the numbers!</span></p>

<ul>
<li>5.4 square feet of leather</li>
<li>105 steps in the production process</li>
<li>12,488 stitches in the Whataburger logo</li>
<li>120 days to make</li>
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<p><span>Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://whatastore.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">whatastore.com</a>&nbsp;today to score your pair of this limited run of Whataburger-branded Justin Boots. Available in both men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s versions for just $249.99.</span></p>

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            <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 14:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                        <title>The World&#039;s Largest Mum</title>
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                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/truly-mumentous/</guid><pp:caseid>359870</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>Find time to see the biggest Whataburger mum ever -- now on display in Texas!</pp:subtitle><pp:summary><![CDATA[<p>Find time to see the biggest Whataburger mum ever -- on display in Texas this month!</p>
]]></pp:summary><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<img src="https://content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/1920_astrosfirstpitch.jpg?10000"><p><span>It&rsquo;s Homecoming season in the South, and that means <span>mum</span>s! Build your own using our DIY</span> <a href="https://stories.whataburger.com/whataburger-homecoming-mum-diy/" target="_blank"><span>Whataburger <span>Mum</span> Tutorial here</span></a><span>, or make time to see&nbsp;what we&rsquo;re pretty sure is the world&rsquo;s largest <span>mum</span> &ndash; and certainly the world&rsquo;s largest Whataburger <span>mum</span>!&nbsp;</span></p>

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<p>It&rsquo;s on display at the Arlington Museum of Art Oct. 3-&nbsp;19. Learn&nbsp;<a href="https://www.arlingtonmuseum.org/mumentous-the-upsizing-of-a-texas-tradition">more here</a>&nbsp;&ndash; and check out everything that went into making this masterpiece below.</p>

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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 09:42:48 -0500</pubDate>
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                        <title>Satisfy your Sweet Tooth</title>
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                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/satisfy-your-sweet-tooth/</guid><pp:caseid>358229</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>This map will make your road trip even sweeter</pp:subtitle><pp:summary><![CDATA[<p>Whataburger is serving up three limited-time shake flavors to satisfy your sweet tooth.&nbsp;Sounds like an excuse for a road trip!</p>

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]]></pp:summary><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<img src="https://content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/1920_astrosfirstpitch.jpg?10000"><p><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/shake-infographic-final2-952235.png?x=1568647612977" style="width: 1200px; height: 2204px; margin: 5px;" /></p>]]></description><category><![CDATA[latest,latestnews,retail,hacks,crave,road trip,shakes,infographic,life]]></category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:52:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                        <title>Highway Hero</title>
                        <link>https://stories.whataburger.com/highway-hero/</link>
                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/highway-hero/</guid><pp:caseid>343804</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>When their bus broke down, these students needed a hero. And some chicken strips.</pp:subtitle><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<p>When their bus broke down, these students needed a hero. And some chicken strips.</p>

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]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For high school students, there&rsquo;s nothing more exciting than heading to the beach for a spring break trip with your friends. Bags are packed, flip flops and sunglasses are donned, and you&rsquo;re ready to hit the road &hellip; until all that excitement comes to a slow rolling stop on the side of the highway.</p>

<p>That&rsquo;s what happened to a youth group from Grand Prairie, Texas, whose bus broke down on their way to South Padre Island, dooming them to hours of boredom (and hunger) on the side of the road.</p>

<p>Until a quick-thinking group leader pulled up the Whataburger app, that is. And a dedicated Whataburger manager made a special delivery to save the day.</p>

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            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2019 10:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                        <title>Aquarium Adventure</title>
                        <link>https://stories.whataburger.com/aquarium-adventure/</link>
                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/aquarium-adventure/</guid><pp:caseid>341630</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>A kids’ guide to one of one of the coolest Corpus Christi attractions</pp:subtitle><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for an adventure this summer? Head to the Texas State Aquarium!</p>

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]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for an adventure? Head to the coast! The <a href="https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/" target="_blank">Texas State Aquarium</a> is the largest aquarium in the state &ndash; and a can&rsquo;t-miss destination when you&rsquo;re planning a weekend in Corpus Christi.</p>

<p>With exhibits like the Coral Reef, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Jungle and the Whataburger 4D Theater &ndash; the aquarium offers exploration and education&hellip;and a fun spot just to hang out and cool off.</p>

<p>Check out what our young travel guides had to say about this underwater adventure!</p>

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            <pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 16:54:08 -0500</pubDate>
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                        <title>Take a Birmingham Road Trip!</title>
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                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/take-a-birmingham-road-trip/</guid><pp:caseid>287057</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>The Magic City embraces its heritage and its bright future</pp:subtitle><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p>

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]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>They call Birmingham the Magic City.</strong></h3><p><span>It&rsquo;s a nod to how the city burgeoned, almost like magic, from 100 people in 1865 to more than 250,000 in 1878 as the iron and steel industries flourished in the shadow of the Civil War.</span></p><p><span>Today, Birmingham is home to 212,000 Alabamians &ndash; and the city still casts a spell. Here are some of the best spots in town:</span></p><hr width="50%" /><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Catch some culture</strong></font></h3><p>Downtown is home to the <a href="https://artsbma.org/">Birmingham Museum of Art</a>, one of the finest regional museums in the U.S. It houses more than 27,000 unique works of art, as well as many traveling exhibits. The museum has the largest collection of Wedgwood outside England.</p><p>And it&rsquo;s not all just about art &ndash; the popular summer series, <a href="https://artsbma.org/major-event/art-on-the-rocks/">Art on the Rocks</a>, offers an evening of food, cocktails, and interactive performances so you can experience art in a whole new way.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/0g3a9967-2.jpg?x=1528985384597" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 534px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Alabama Sports Hall of Fame</strong></font></h3><p>In the Uptown District, the <a href="http://ashof.org/">Alabama Sports Hall of Fame</a> boasts more than 5,000 sports artifacts. Many of the all-time sports greats &ndash; from Hank Aaron to Mia Hamm &ndash; called Alabama home.</p><p>One of the biggest crowd pleasers? An original houndstooth hat from the estate of legendary Alabama coach Paul &ldquo;Bear&rdquo; Bryant. And, because Whataburger unites us all, we just want to call out that Auburn&rsquo;s Bo Jackson and Pat Sullivan&rsquo;s Heisman Award trophies are also on display.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/0g3a9929-2.jpg?x=1528840591790" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 534px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="https://content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/1920_kailainline.jpg?10000"><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Soar with the Iron Man </strong></font></h3>

<p><span>Coming into the city, it&rsquo;s hard to miss the</span> <a href="https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2011"><span>world&rsquo;s largest cast metal statue, Vulcan</span></a><span>, perched high atop Red Mountain. Go up the observation tower for absolutely stunning views. If you hear the phrase &ldquo;moon over Homewood,&rdquo; it&rsquo;s because Vulcan&rsquo;s bare backside faces that suburb just south of the city. It&rsquo;s OK &ndash; they&rsquo;re proud of it. </span></p>

<p><span>A<span>fter taking in the views, check out the museum, which includes the chance to light Vulcan&rsquo;s torch, pose for a photo next to a gigantic replica of the statue&rsquo;s enormous foot, and hit the gift shop for all sorts of cheeky miniature Vulcan memorabilia.</span></span></p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark</strong></font></h3><p><span>Sloss, once the largest maker of pig iron in the world, is a big part of why Birmingham is named The Magic City.</span> <a href="https://www.slossfurnaces.com/"><span>Walk around the huge stoves and pipes,</span></a> <span>and visit the museum. You might even catch a class in creative welding or iron sculpting. It&rsquo;s also home to a popular music and arts festival in July.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/slossfurnaces1.jpg?x=1528840420808" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 534px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Historic theatre and arts district</strong></font></h3><p><span>The</span> <a href="https://alabamatheatre.com/"><span>&ldquo;Showplace of the South,&rdquo; the Alabama Theatre</span></a><span>, was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios. Purchased by a nonprofit, it went through a complete restoration in 1998. It&rsquo;s home to Big Bertha, the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ. Just across the street is the Lyric Theatre, built in 1914 for vaudeville, restored recently to its former glory.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/alabamatheatre0008-2.jpg?x=1528840565770" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 521px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Birmingham Zoo</strong></font></h3><p><a href="https://www.birminghamzoo.com/"><span>Always ranked as a must-see, the Birmingham Zoo</span></a> <span>just south of downtown is more than 50 years old but keeps fresh with new exhibits, including&nbsp;the Hugh Kaul Children&rsquo;s Zoo. Don&rsquo;t miss &ldquo;Trails of Africa,&rdquo; featuring a herd of African elephants.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/birminghamzoo0005.jpg?x=1528840634933" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 494px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.mcwane.org/"><span>You don&rsquo;t have to be a kid to love this place.</span></a> <span>With four floors of learning, hands-on activities for all ages, and the area&rsquo;s only IMAX&reg; theatre, families can easily spend the whole day here. Check the center&rsquo;s website for a list of visiting exhibits, but make plans anytime to enjoy the Itty Bitty Magic City, including a mini Main Street and a Water Play area where everyone can splash away.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/brandingmcwayne0002.jpg?x=1528840610141" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 551px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Birmingham Botanical Gardens</strong></font></h3><p><span>Just across from the zoo is what we like to call</span> <a href="https://www.bbgardens.org/"><span>the state&rsquo;s largest living museum</span></a><span>, which is open from dawn to dusk 365 days a year. Breathe in the scents of Alabama wildflowers and other native plants. Don&rsquo;t miss a chance to take photos in the Japanese Gardens, and check out the only public horticultural garden in the United States, which offers free Wi-Fi. Best of all: admission is free.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/birminghambotanicalgardens0004.jpg?x=1528985452369" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 534px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Vroom...vroom...</strong></font></h3><p><span>Heading out of downtown, only a few miles away is the</span> <a href="http://www.barbermuseum.org/"><span>Barber Motorsports Park and Museum</span></a><span>, which hosts several international and national motorsports events. It&rsquo;s also home to more than 1,400 motorcycles that span more than 100 years of production, and the largest Lotus collection in the world.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/barbermotorsports0002.jpg?x=1528840685493" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 534px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><font color="orange"><strong>Railroad Park</strong></font></h3><p><span>One of the city&rsquo;s newest shining stars, the 19-acre</span> <span><a href="http://www.railroadpark.org/" onclick="window.open(this.href, '', 'resizable=no,status=no,location=no,toolbar=no,menubar=no,fullscreen=no,scrollbars=no,dependent=no'); return false;">Railroad Park</a>, is called &ldquo;Birmingham&rsquo;s Living Room&rdquo;</span> <span>for its local concerts and cultural events, including ice skating in the winter! There are also free exercise events like yoga and Zumba classes almost every day. And you can camp out under the stars at the</span> <a href="http://railroadpark.org/events-family-camp-out-night.html"><span>park&rsquo;s annual Family Camp-Out Night</span></a><span>, an urban camping experience that includes lessons on astronomy, a chance to meet friendly animals from the Birmingham zoo, and &ndash; of course &ndash; s&rsquo;mores.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/railroadpark0008.jpg?x=1528840707572" style="margin: 5px; width: 800px; height: 493px;" /></p><hr width="50%" /><p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded><category><![CDATA[community,inspire,latest,latestnews,road trip,birmingham]]></category>
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                        <title>Hitting the Texas coast this spring break? </title>
                        <link>https://stories.whataburger.com/dip-your-toe-into-the-culture-of-corpus-christi/</link>
                        <guid>https://stories.whataburger.com/dip-your-toe-into-the-culture-of-corpus-christi/</guid><pp:caseid>226214</pp:caseid><pp:subtitle>Check out these can&#039;t-miss spots in Corpus Christi</pp:subtitle><pp:boilerplate><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in;"><span>Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we’re celebrating 76 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We’ve grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members - real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We’ve landed on Fast Company’s Brands that Matter list, USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Newsweek’s America’s Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit Whataburger.com - or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at </span><a href="https://stories.whataburger.com" target="_blank"><span>stories.whataburger.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>]]></pp:boilerplate><description><![CDATA[<p>When you visit the birthplace of Whataburger, check out these great spots to snap a pic</p>
]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Corpus Christi, Texas, is most famous for its miles of scenic beaches, but it&rsquo;s much more than the &ldquo;Texas Riviera.&rdquo; Not only is Corpus Christi the birthplace of Whataburger, there are some spots to snap a pic you can&rsquo;t find anywhere else on the planet.</p><h2><strong>1. See where it all began (sort of)</strong></h2><p>The ultimate selfie for any diehard Whataburger fan: a snap in front of the first Whataburger restaurant! Founded in Corpus Christi, Texas by Harmon Dobson almost 70 years ago,&nbsp;<a href="https://locations.whataburger.com/tx/corpus-christi/4126-s-staples-st.html">this replica of the original humble burger stand</a>&nbsp;is located on the site of an operating Whataburger restaurant at 4126 S. Staples. Be sure to use #whataburger and we might just share your photo with our fans!</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-9.jpg?x=1505230487714" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>2. Pay tribute at the Selena Memorial (Mirador De La Flor)</strong></h2><p>Tejano music superstar Selena Quintanilla-Perez, a native of Corpus Christi,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.visitcorpuschristitx.org/see-and-do/1373/selena-memorial-mirador-de-la-flor-overlook-of-the-flower">is forever memorialized with this sculpture</a>&nbsp;on the Corpus Christi Bayfront. Visitors from all over the world pay their respects. Pro tip: Walk down the steps behind the memorial and take a pic in front of &ldquo;Paseo De La Flor.&rdquo; The ceramic floral tile mural was made by local children and also dedicated to the &ldquo;Queen of Tejano Music.&rdquo;</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-2.jpg?x=1505230078305" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>3. Get a view from the top at Whataburger by the Bay</strong></h2><p>What can be better than enjoying a hot, fresh, made-to-order Whataburger? Enjoying a delicious Whataburger with a gorgeous view of Corpus Christi Bay!&nbsp;<a href="https://locations.whataburger.com/tx/corpus-christi/121-north-shoreline.html">The two-story Whataburger by the Bay</a>&nbsp;features an outdoor seating area with breathtaking views of the marina. Find the bronze statue of Whataburger founder Harmon Dobson and snap a quick selfie!</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi.jpg?x=1511993317213" style="margin: 5px; width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>4. Stand out from the crowd at this street scene </strong></h2><p>This vibrant mural located on the side of the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.caller.com/">Corpus Christi Caller-Times</a>&nbsp;building is "Endless Sunset: The Colors of Our City," by artist Sandra Gonzalez. Take a selfie in front of the mural and use #vivacc for a chance to see your pic in the newspaper.</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-5.jpg?x=1511992971521" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>5. Learn about life at the Texas State Aquarium</strong></h2><p>Open since 1990, this popular site is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/">more than just a place to learn about marine animals.</a>&nbsp;Today&rsquo;s aquarium features a brand new, expansive interactive exhibit: &ldquo;Caribbean Journey&rdquo; and takes visitors on a trek through the underwater worlds of the Gulf of Mexico and beyond. Tours (for additional fees) include an opportunity to feed fish or get up close and personal with pink flamingos.</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-11.jpg?x=1505230268994" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>6.&nbsp;Have a Whataburger at the ballpark </strong></h2><p>If your road trip finds you in the bay city between April and September, make time to catch a baseball game at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.milb.com/content/page.jsp?ymd=20100125&content_id=7965190&sid=t482&vkey=team4">Whataburger Field, home of the double-A Corpus Christi Hooks</a>, a Houston Astros affiliate. For the younger fans who can't go a full nine innings, Whataburger Field features a&nbsp;Sport Court basketball surface, a full-sized playground, a rock climbing wall, and&nbsp;even a swimming pool just beyond the right field fence.</p><p>With a Whataburger restaurant on site, you don't need popcorn and peanuts. Just score your favorite meal, kick back, and enjoy the game.</p><p>And on the way out, be sure to take a picture with the&nbsp;<em>For the Love of the Game</em>&nbsp;statue situated just outside the gates.</p><h2><strong><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-6.jpg?x=1505230511234" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></strong></h2><h2><strong>7.&nbsp;Get in touch with the great outdoors at the South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center</strong></h2><p><a href="http://www.stxbot.org/">The 182-acre nature center features floral exhibits and gardens</a>,&nbsp;an Orchid Conservatory,&nbsp;Hummingbird Garden, &ldquo;artscaped&rdquo; Sensory Garden, and more. Take a walk on the wild side with hands-on programs featuring exotic birds and reptiles, and plan to take a selfie in the screened butterfly house.</p><h2><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-14.jpg?x=1505230229724" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></h2><h2><strong>8. Go deep at the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay​</strong></h2><p>Also known as &ldquo;The Blue Ghost,&rdquo;&nbsp;<a href="https://usslexington.com/">this World War II-era retired aircraft carrier is open year-round</a>&nbsp;for public tours. Explore the flight deck, captain&rsquo;s quarters, crew galley, dental clinic and dozens of other areas on the ship.Private, guided &ldquo;hard hat&rdquo; tours are available for an extra fee. Hard hats and flashlights provided, but bring your own sense of adventure!</p><h2><strong><img alt="" src="//content.presspage.com/uploads/1924/corpuschristi-12.jpg?x=1505229907663" style="width: 1000px; height: 667px;" /></strong></h2>]]></content:encoded><category><![CDATA[life,latest,latestnews,road trip,corpus,texas]]></category>
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