This part of central Texas offers breathtaking views, rolling hills, wildflowers and natural rivers and streams. It is also home to small Bavarian-style towns and more than 15 Texas wineries. There are five-star resorts that offer champion golf courses, gourmet food and spa treatments, as well as many quaint bed and breakfasts situated on idyllic, natural-spring-fed rivers.
Pedernales Falls State Park offers camping and hiking opportunities set against a backdrop of limestone formations and waterfalls, while the town of Fredericksburg has antique shopping, German food and day spas. Visitors can also stay in one of the larger cities, such as Austin or San Antonio, and relax by shopping the day away.
The Texas Gulf Coast is more than 300 miles long and has many different types of relaxing vacations to fit almost any personality. Galveston is home to numerous museums and historical sites, antique shops, beaches and seafood. It has campsites as well as luxury high-rise hotels for visitors. Corpus Christi is situated on a marina and has boating, sailing and fishing activities, as well as the North Padre National Seashore, a remote beach with turtles and bird-watching opportunities.
Some people unwind by going to Port Aransas and taking a deep-sea fishing tour, while others relax by dancing the night away on South Padre Island. Houston is located in the Gulf Coast region and is ideal for people who prefer shopping or museums. The entire region is also well-known for having delicious seafood and Mexican food, so visitors won't go hungry while rejuvenating.
This part of West Texas is one of the most remote places in the state and can be a perfect backdrop for someone who wants to get back in touch with nature. Big Bend National Park offers desert terrain, rivers and mountains. There are numerous recreational activities, such as camping, horseback riding, river rafting and hiking. For people who want to enjoy the natural scenery but who don't want the stress of roughing it in the wild, there is a five-star spa resort located in the town of Lajitas.
