
Texas ain’t simply honky-tonk bars, rippin’ rodeos, and outsized vehicles…
Since Florida is at all times the South’s most sought-after seaside vacation spot, even a state as large as Texas will get neglected for a few of the most scenic seashores this aspect of America.
Whether or not it’s the ‘Cancun of Texas‘, underrated Corpus Christi, or one idyllic seaside city being hyped as a high spring vacation spot this 12 months, there’s greater than meets the attention than Texas’ rootin’ tootin’ cowboy fame regardless of Fort Worth being the South’s trendiest metropolis.


Whereas there are definitely some hidden gems in Florida to keep away from the crowds, this virtually unheard-of city is your finest guess for a blissful escape with sunny shores and no inflated spring break costs.
Thought-about certainly one of Texans’ favourite hideaways, lesser-known Crystal Seashore has cracked the ranks of HomeToGo’s top beach destinations and the number one beach town in Texas.
Let Florida Be Florida: Give This Texas Gem A Likelihood
Florida beachgoers are up for a wild time up, down, and throughout the oddly-shaped state’s coastlines this time of 12 months, whether or not it’s the rowdy faculty crowd able to let free, screaming children giving their dad and mom complications, or Florida’s retirees trying to redefine ‘seaside bod’.


Plus, Florida has turn out to be so in style a number of cities, reminiscent of Miami, have enforced stringent guidelines for vacationers.
Texas alternatively, has lengthy taken freedom severely. Sure, there are guidelines, however Crystal Seashore is among the most liberating seashores within the South.
Parking is not a fear as you possibly can drive on the sand and even convey Fido alongside, however simply be certain that he does not contribute to the ecosystem if you happen to catch my drift.
Whereas Crystal Seashore does not boast Caribbean-like waters like Florida, they’re clear sufficient to take pleasure in a calming swim, varied water sports activities, and seaside actions like nighttime campfires underneath starry skies, shelling, kayaking, and too-many-to-name fishing excursions.


Why The Newfound Hype For Crystal Seashore?
Overtourism issues are worldwide at this level, which implies vacationers have taken the chance to raise the veil on gatekeepers’ secret getaways.
And on condition that “spring break” is a multi-faceted journey expertise, it is protected to say extra persons are on the lookout for a way of authenticity quite than overrated sights we have all seen earlier than and the unavoidable crowds of the most well-liked seashores.
That is the place Crystal Seashore comes into play. One factor you will instantly discover is the openness of the shorelines versus towering condos and unpleasant commercialized settings of extra noteable getaways.


Plus, it’s extremely inexpensive compared to a few of the most jam-packed seaside locations proper now.
HomeToGo’s 2025 Beach Index provides Crystal Seashore a 9.52 rating out 10 for affordability. For pattern measurement, Crystal Palace Resort is within the low $100s all through spring and there are quite a few trip leases mirroring these charges as nicely.
One other promoting level for Crystal Seashore is the persistently heat climate, becoming a member of the affordability class, rating within the 9’s for ‘clear skies’ and ‘warmth’.
No person likes a chilly seaside!


The Final Highway Journey Vacation spot
The all-American road trip has made a comeback prior to now 12 months or so. Effectively, except you are a Californian like me, the place my Jeep units me again $5 per gallon.
However in the case of Texas, some gasoline stations are virtually as in style at church on Sundays, whether or not it’s Rudy’s breakfast tacos or the beaver-branded world you by no means knew you wanted at Buc-ee’s.
When you can simply attain Crystal Seashore from Houston being about an hour away, true street trippers will love Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach.


This RV resort surging in recognition with all the required hookups wanted plus posh facilities reminiscent of a resort-style pool with swim-up bars, a tiki bar with stay music, poolside cabanas, and on-site restaurant for a cheesburger in paradise.
Circling again to the seaside, Crystal Seashore’s personal tourism board truly encourages seaside rides over lengthy strolls, stating, ‘Autos are allowed to drive on, park and revel in all 27 miles of coastal waters‘.
Plus, visiting neighboring Galveston is numerous enjoyable too. Whereas it is typically clowned on as a unclean seaside city, there’s lots to see and do, however Crystal Seashore is by far the prettier location.


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