If you only think of tumbleweeds when you think of Texas read on. There are 600 miles of sparkling coastline fronting the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This makes for perfect swimsuit, snorkeling and sand castle conditions.

All along the 600 miles of the Lone Star State beaches, the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico average 80 degrees the Lone Star State, making Texas beaches among the most calming and beautiful in the nation. There are a number of ways to enjoy what Texans like to call the "Third Coast" and many beautiful timeshare resorts that you can call home.

South Padre Island has become one of the most popular Spring Break destinations in the nation. Try Padre South Resort Hotel if you want to be in the action.

Corpus Christi and the fabulous resort, La Casa del Sol, are located at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. While visiting Corpus Christi, you'll be able to climb aboard the USS Lexington, an aircraft carrier-turned museum, enjoy a cruise of Corpus Christi Bay and Harbor and visit the Texas State Aquarium.

Galveston Island offers 32 miles of beach and also is a treasure trove of things historically Texan. The disastrous Galveston storm of 1900 inundated the entire island during a hurricane, which claimed more than 6,000 lives. A seawall was built two years later, presently 10 miles long, it has proved its staying power several times over. Galveston offers many travel options at some of the following resorts: Silverleaf's Seaside, Iverness by the Sea, Escapes! to the Gulf of Galveston and San Luis Condominiums.

There are other things to do besides lounge your days away on the beach. Canyon Lake, built by the US Corps of Engineers, has grown as a popular recreational area.. Nestled among the scenic hills of the Texas Hill Country, growth has paralleled that of nearby San Antonio, New Braunfels and Comal County. You may want to check out such timeshare opportunities at Riverside Suites or the many Silverleaf resorts.

In the Northeast of Texas you will find the birthplace of the Texas flag, Montgomery. There are many historic homes and buildings that you can tour while staying at your timeshare resort. Some options are: Iverness at Del Lago, Villas on the Lake and Iverness at Walden.