Summer season is almost upon us, and now’s the time to plan these getaways earlier than the warmth will get too overwhelming. We have got some good concepts for Could, from a Hill Nation vineyard and brewery tour to a pirate-themed competition on the Gulf Coast. If hitting the highway appears a bit a lot, there are methods to chill in San Antonio together with checking right into a lush lodge that simply received a brand new award.
Right here is our huge month-to-month roundup of high journey ideas across the state:
All through Texas
Nice Wolf Lodge – which has two parks in Dallas and Houston – is taking “It is Gonna be Could” to the subsequent stage by partnering with *NSYNC members Lance Bass and Joey Fatone for the resort’s Summer season Camp-In celebration from Could 24 by August 25. Particular programming will embody campfire sing-a-longs, household trivia, and extra. For someday solely on Could 1, friends can save as much as 51 % on their upcoming stays utilizing promo code “BEMAY”. Pricing varies by date at every location.
Waco
San Antonians that wish to catch a wave this summer season will get their probability beginning Could 10, when Waco Surf’s water park opens for its 2025 season. This in style water park boasts a surf lagoon spanning two and a half acres, new mini slides for younger swimmers, and new eating choices at its three on-site eateries. Water Park day passes begin at $39 for adults and are $14 for youngsters, or $99 for a household with two youngsters from 6-16 years outdated. Surf session pricing varies by date and ability stage.
The summer season season at Waco Surf begins Could 10.
Picture courtesy of Waco Surf
Houston
Houston’s stylish Resort Saint Augustine has been raking in award after award over the past month. It was the one Texas lodge to earn acclaim on Esquire’s record of the Finest New Resorts within the World 2025, and most just lately landed on Journey + Leisure’s record of the 100 Finest New Resorts of the Yr. Each nationwide publications famous the lodge’s historic particulars and its sophisticated-yet-approachable really feel. Room charges start at $429 per night time.
Gulf Coast
Pirates and buccaneers in Corpus Christi are on the point of have fun the Buc Days Competition from Could 1-11. The extravaganza shall be stuffed with family-friendly actions just like the Stripes Carnival, parades, vendor market, a robotics rodeo, and a barbecue competitors. Rodeo Corpus Christi will even happen from Could 6-10. Single-day gate entry admission is $10 for adults and $5 for youngsters, and tickets for the rodeo and live performance collection might be bought through Ticketmaster.
Austin
The downtown-based W Austin lodge has lastly accomplished its $40 million renovation, and has unveiled its upgraded premium penthouse suites – the most important within the metropolis. The Penthouse I spans practically 1,800 sq. toes and consists of two bedrooms with king-sized beds, plus two marble-accented bogs with a big tub, the place friends can get pleasure from a bubble bathtub whereas absorbing the views of Girl Fowl Lake. Curious and cash-flush guests can now e-book stays beginning at $1,800 per night time.
W Austin contains a 1,798-square-foot penthouse suite, the most important within the metropolis.
Picture courtesy of W Austin
The Loren Resort is providing vacationers a candy deal on its most luxurious lodging with its new “Spring Suite Room” bundle for two-night stays. Company that use the code “SPRINGSUITE” will obtain a bottle of chilled glowing rosé and Matok Bakery treats of their room upon arrival, in addition to a chef-prepared picnic. Company will even have entry to premium e-bikes to discover downtown, and a 2025 Lexus convertible to tackle a drive by the Hill Nation. Nightly charges for the bundle start at $453 in Could.
San Antonio
The historic Resort Emma was simply named one of many high 10 finest motels within the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s annual Vacationers’ Selection Awards. Tripadvisor praised the lodge’s “distinctive mix of historical past and luxurious,” and gave nods to its quite a few close by eating and buying choices at Pearl. Room charges begin at $447 per night time.
The Hill Nation
Charleston Taylor Property Vineyard and Black Chapel Brewing Co. will have fun their grand opening on Could 3 in Johnson Metropolis, about 70 miles from San Antonio. Each venues are situated on the identical property at 6212 W. U.S. Freeway 290. The vineyard will host haunted excursions, tasting occasions, and workshops, whereas the brewery may have an indoor taproom with video games and massive screens, outside seating, and provide entry to the remainder of the 30-acre property.
The brand new vineyard will host cooking lessons to pair with its Cabernet wines.
Picture courtesy of Charleston Taylor Property Vineyard
Dallas-Fort Value
The award-winningBowie Home lodge in Fort Value is amping up for pool season with weekday entry pool passes and a “Day Escape” bundle that features entry to the pool terrace, Whinny’s poolside restaurant, and a spa therapy at Ash Spa. Pool passes are $75 per particular person, and costs for the Day Escape bundle differ. Each experiences are open to the general public Monday-Thursday with complimentary valet. Reservations might be made by calling Ash Spa.
Two DFW motels have been just lately lauded amongst Journey + Leisure’s record of the “Prime 500 Resorts within the World.” The Omni PGA Frisco Resort and Resort Drover in Fort Value have been chosen for the 2025 record based mostly on their recognition within the 2024 World’s Finest Awards, chosen by T+L readers in a worldwide survey. Charges on the Omni PGA start at $454 per night time in Could, and $391 per night time on the Resort Drover.
