San José Island

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"A short-boat excursion that ferries visitors to a nearby barrier island for prime beachcombing and fishing, providing access to more secluded shoreline stretches and productive angling spots." - Mariah Tyler Mariah Tyler Mariah Tyler is Travel + Leisure's associate visuals director. She is a photographer and writer who covers Texas, Mexico, desert and city destinations, and design-forward hotels. She also commissions photo essays that highlight diverse voices in travel and unique cultural experiences. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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