Texas has a varying types travel destinations from the Riverwalk in San Antonio to the hills of Austin. The state also has several beach cities that are perfect for families to enjoy time on the beach together. Cities like Corpus Christi, Galveston, and South Padre Island offer the warmth of Texas weather and the enjoyment of beaches all year long.
South Padre Island is near the southern most tip of Texas off the Gulf of Mexico. The beach is a small community with one main road that is surrounded on either side by white sand beaches. The city has boat tours that take the passenger on trips to see dolphins and also offer what are called "ecotours" where passengers are shown different types of sealife.
http://www.sopadre.com/
Corpus Christi neighbors Padre Island and the two form the longest barrier island in the United States. Corpus Christi features an arts and museum district, waterfront restaurants, and a bay front promenade to name just a few features. The average temperature in the city is 71 degrees Fahrenheit.
http://www.cctexas.com/
Galveston, Texas is located approximately 45 minutes outside of Houston, TX and features several beaches and hotels. The city also has a Schlitterbahn water park for families to enjoy along with shopping with a small town feel. The city also features party boats that offer overnight trips for a total of 60 hours of entertainment as well as cruises that leave out of the city's port and travel to Mexico.
http://www.galveston.com/default.asp
