Texas is the second largest state in America, offering over 1,000 golf courses to choose from, and it’s easy to access anywhere across the state with direct flights landing into the capital Austin, Houston and Dallas too. It’s not just the quantity of courses that is up to par, but the quality of golf courses in Texas is second to none, with TPC San Antonio hosting the Valero Texas Open on an annual basis, attracting some of the best golfers just before The Masters tournament.
Only a short distance outside of Austin, the Horseshoe Bay Resort boasts multiple championship courses on top stunning accommodation overlooking the lake leading to the Colorado River.
The 2 championship golf courses make up the TPC San Antonio Golf Club, which annually hosts the PGA Tour’s Valero Texas Open, and has done since 2010. The resort boasts luxury accommodation, surrounded by 600 acres of oak-covered hills.
The Omni Barton Creek Resort is the ultimate golfing retreat, with 4 distinct courses to enjoy designed by Tom Fazio, Arnold Palmer and Ben Crenshaw, you are more than spoilt for choice in amongst the beauty of Austin’s expansive Hill Country.
The cities in Texas have the high rise buildings like most cities in America, however they also have a large area of green space to be able to relax in a park or go for a hike up a mountain. Austin is a great example of this, with Mount Bonnell to hike up to witness spectacular sunsets, or hire a boat on Lake Austin with family or friends.
Four of the biggest cities in Texas have been ranked in the top 10 for the best nightlife, with Austin sitting at number one, it’s fair to say that Texas has a high reputation for being a sociable state with an incredibly lively night scene. These cities have a young average age on top of a high employment rate, producing an ideal destination for an outgoing crowd.
Similarly to other southern states in America, Texas is incredibly popular for its world class barbeque food, alongside melt in your mouth Mexican food considering a large area of Texas borders with Mexico. Franklin Barbeque in Austin is definitely a place to mention with arguably the best brisket in Texas, having previously served the Obama family whilst Barack was president.
Nothing says ‘America’ like cruising down the highway, heading somewhere awesome. Take a look at drive times from Texas to key attractions to visit during your stay.
Drive Times by Car
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With direct flights heading into 3 large cities in Texas, Austin, Dallas and Houston, it couldn't be easier to access the courses you want to play. So take a look at some key flight details, with tips of when the best time of year is to travel.
Flights & Weather
10.5 hrs
AUS, DFW or IAH
Sep-Nov & Mar-May
22 - 32° C