Favorite Texas Weekend Getaways
and Texas Vacations

Texas is the largest of the lower 48 states.

Wide open spaces, tumbleweed, cowboys, ranches and oil might come to mind when you think of the "Lone Star State", but there is more.

Bordering Mexico, many parts of Texas have a Spanish feel evidenced by the many Tex-Mex restaurants, art and other cultural influences.

Texas weather: Summer is hot. Spring and Fall are great times to visit with the wildflowers blooming in Spring and fairly warm temperatures through November. Winter can be cooler although on the Gulf coast you will find warm temperatures....in fact, many "snow birds" from the Midwest winter in Southern Texas.

Here are the some favorite Texas weekend getaways and Texas vacations to consider:

Dallas Vacation - This cosmopolitan city has many fabulous restaurants, museums and well-known shops.

What a great destination for girls getaways with its fantastic shopping and restaurants!

San Antonio Getaway - The flavor here is "Tex-Mex" and its famous for the Alamo and the beautiful riverwalk. If you are looking for romantic weekend getaways, this city should top the list. It's low-key atmosphere, beauty and interesting restaurants can't be beat!

Hill Country Getaway - This beautiful area is a favorite Texas getaway. It features green rolling hills, lakes, rivers, charming towns and tons of sights to see and things to do. Check out the Texas Hill Country vacation rentals for the best accommodations.

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Fredericksburg Texas
This German town has many lovely B&Bs and nearby sights to see making it perfect for girls getaways or romantic weekend getaways.

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New Braunfels Texas
There are many outdoor activities around New Braunfels, including tubing on the Gruene River, so it is a good choice for a Texas family vacation. Be sure and check out the New Braunfels vacation rentals page.

Austin Getaway

Lake Austin

Austin, in beautiful Hill Country, is the Capitol of Texas. It is also home to the University of Texas, Blanton Museum of Art with over 13,000 works of art, the Mexic-Arte Museum, and the Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library.

The Zilker Park has trails, a nature center, a botanical garden with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Barton Springs pool.

This "artsy town" is known for being one of the liveliest popular music scenes in the country. Bands can be heard at all different venues from supermarkets to record shops. East 6th Street is Austin's entertainment hub. With its young, "hip" feel this would be a great destination for a honeymoon getaway. For a romantic Austin getaway or a girlfriend weekend, check out the Mansion At Judges Hill Hotel, an elegant boutique hotel in the historic Goodall Wooten House. It has many luxurious amenities to make your stay special and fine dining at their restaurant.

Hilton Garden Inn Arboretum is a good choice for a Texas family vacation with its indoor pool, free breakfast and reasonable rates.

Austin Vacation Rentals

Large Downtown Condo

One bedroom condo located in the heart of Austin, walking distance to downtown. Tri level unit features vaulted ceilings, large master bedroom with bath, guest bath and fully furnished kitchen, washer and dryer. 2- Televisions, DVD/VCR with basic cable.

Lovely East Downtown Arts and Crafts Home

Two bedroom home, walk to Sixth Street or Lady Bird Lake, completely updated and fully furnished in mid- century style. Two queen- sized bedrooms plus extra sleeping area in the back living room (sleeps 6). Beautiful modern kitchen with commercial stove, amazing front porch.

South Padre Island Getaway

For wide expanses of beach, sand dunes and the warmest weather in Texas....check out South Padre Island.

The warm Gulf currents make this a great winter getaway to escape the cold of winter.

Warning: Avoid Spring Break time when this becomes one big, crowded party for college kids.

South Padre Hotels
A favorite with reasonable rates is the Palms Resort South Padre Island. It has the nostalgic charm of a beachside inn, "Cafe on the Beach" and a pool.

If you are looking for luxury....check out the Peninsula Island Resort Hotel, with beautiful suites, spa, five star restaurant, and pool with swim up bar.

Enjoy Texas Weekend Getaways in one of these interesting destinations. Make sure and check out my separate pages for a Dallas Vacation and a San Antonio Getaway!