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American Forces Travel

Explore. Travel. Let's go!

American Forces Travel is the new Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program offering eligible patrons access to leisure travel online powered by Priceline and other travel industry leaders. This is the only official U.S. Joint Services' MWR online vacation travel site offering exclusive travel deals and benefits just for the military and government community. American Forces Travel provides access to a wide selection of member-exclusive rates on hotel rooms, flights, cruises, rental cars, vacation packages, event tickets and more.

Auto Skills

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A safe and economical place to perform most types of repairs on your vehicle. Many different types of equipment are available for everything from normal maintenance to major overhauls.

To assist with your maintenance and repairs the following are available: hand and power tools, diagnostic computers, 3 bays with overhead type lifts and 2 bays with short rise body lifts, 9 enclosed rental bays without lifts that are available for storage and repair with compressed air and electricity, and the newest style tire mounting machine and spin balancing machine.

The Texas State Inspection Station is open to all people on base.

Car Wash: The Car Wash is a self-service operation with two wash bays and a vacuum bay. Normal high-pressure washing, as well as a foaming brush, tire/engine cleaner and wax, and spot free rinse are available. This facility is open to all on base.

CLOSED TOE FOOTWEAR ONLY
For your personal safety please do not wear open toe footwear including Crocs.

Community Recreation

The Community Recreation department of MWR provides a variety of recreational programs and services in the areas of outdoor recreation, community events, and discount tickets to attractions, vacation bookings, leisure skills development, recreation equipment rentals, parks and picnic areas and information and referrals to a variety of recreational offerings in the South Texas area.

Services Offered

  • Discounted tickets to local Theme Parks 
  • Popular Florida Attractions (Universal Orlando, Disney World, Legoland, Sea World, Crayola Experience)
  • Equipment Rentals (Hobie fishing kayak, surfboard, bounce houses, generator, tables, and chairs)
  • Community Events (Drive In Movies, Paint-n-Sip, Bingo, and Day trips South Texas attractions)

 Features

Friendly Customer Service, No Additional Fees or Taxes, Exclusive Offers, Discount Attraction Tickets, Cruise Booking Service, Custom vacation packages, Payment Plan Options, Lodging Booking (hotels, condos, vacation rentals)

 Travel Accommodations

Our travel agents may assist you with personalized domestic and overseas tours, cruises, custom vacation packages such as Walt Disney, Universal Studios, Sandals, and Royal Caribbean just to name a few! Our agents can book air/car/hotel/cruise packages together or separate. Call or e-mail our travel agents for a quote. Please allow three to seven business days to work on your quote. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome! Appointments can be made Monday-Tuesday 0900-1700, Wednesday 0900-1900, Thursday-Friday 0900-1700, Saturday 0900-1300.  Call 361-516-6449 or e-mail KNGV-MWRCOMREC@us.navy.mil to make an appointment.

American Forces Travel

American Forces Travel is the official leisure travel website for the Department of Defense. First, visit www.americanforcestravel.com , click “Get Started,” verify your eligibility, and start travelling!

Policies

Active Duty Military, 100% Disabled Veterans, Retired, Reservists/Guard, Dependents, DoD civilians, and all other MWR authorized patrons can purchase tickets. Cash, VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover are accepted. Prices and discounts are subject to change without notice.

ESPORTS

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Navy MWR ESPORTS is a Community Recreation initiative designed to provide entertainment and recreation opportunities through competitive sports. This multidimensional initiative will also increase programming opportunities at MWR Liberty Centers through technological improvements and provide top-quality esports competitions to the Navy community.
 
Catch the weekly events featuring Sailors from around the world. See which Sailor will take home the title! Watch the live stream at www.twitch.tv/NavyMWR.
 

For news about Navy MWR ESPORTS, sign up for our ESPORTS Newsletter

 
Be Part of the Action! 
Authorized MWR patrons are encouraged to sign up and participate

Stars & Strikes Bowling Center

The Stars and Strikes Bowling Center was constructed in 2014, opening on December 5th. This state-of-the-art bowling alley boasts 12 lanes, flat screen tv monitors, plush seating and even cosmic bowling! Our prices can't be beaten by any other bowling alley in the coastal bend, and you won't find anywhere else near as nice. Great for parties, league bowling, or just casual recreation.

Our Prices
Open Bowling Monday-Friday 1100-1700: $3.00/game
Open Bowling Monday-Thursday 1700-2100, Friday 1700-2200: $4.00/game
Open Bowling Saturday All Day: $3.00/game
Retirees/Senior Citizens: $2.50/game (shoes included)
Active Duty: $2.00/game (shoes included)
Bowling League: $6.75 for 3 games (league fees not included)
Birthday Parties/Special Groups (Schools/Church etc): $2.75 per child per game (shoes included) *Please contact us for more details.*
Shoe Rental: $2.00

Free Lunchtime Bowling!
Monday-Friday 1100-1300 with proof of purchase of Value Combo from Spinz.

Station Library

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The library has a large selection of books, especially on military history. There is also a DVD and audiobook section. We have best-selling books and a large children's section. The library has computers and Wi-Fi for patrons' use along with printers, copiers, and scanners. Programs, i.e. story times, monthly drawings, etc. happen every month.

Want to search our Station Library's catalog? Click HERE!

To visit the DOD MWR Library click HERE!?

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Relocating

Moves can be stressful. We’ve gathered some important information for you to ease the transition.

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Facility Directory

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Sponsorships

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Job Opportunities

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News

Stay in touch with updates on MWR holiday hours, facility closures and base-wide updates.

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Newsletter

Each month MWR sends out an electronic newsletter providing you with events, activities, MWR highlights and more.

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