Quick Summary: People have different ideas about how they want to spend their Spring Break, but there are some destinations that became famous because they have something for everyone. It might be Galveston Island with its miles of beaches, Corpus Christi with all sorts of beach sports and famous local brews, or Port Aransas with its unique attractions and party central at Roberts Point Park.


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1. Head to the beach on Galveston Island ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Head to the beach on Galveston Island | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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2. Plan a picnic on the beach in Corpus Christi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Plan a picnic on the beach in Corpus Christi | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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3. Listen to music and watch dolphins in Port Aransas

Listen to music and watch dolphins in Port Aransas | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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4. Play volleyball or go fishing on South Padre Island

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Play volleyball or go fishing on South Padre Island | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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5. Go camping in Boca Chica State Park Beach

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Go camping in Boca Chica State Park Beach | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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6. Go sailing on Lake Texoma

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Go sailing on Lake Texoma | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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7. Drift down Comal River in New Braunfels

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Drift down Comal River in New Braunfels | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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8. Go tubing down San Marcos River

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Go tubing down San Marcos River | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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9. Or go tubing down Guadalupe River

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Or go tubing down Guadalupe River | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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10. Listen to music and go dancing in Austin

Listen to music and go dancing in Austin | Texas Spring Break Destinations
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