Texas Golf Trail Blog

Golf Resorts in Texas

Golf resorts in Texas are some of the best in the country, and Austin and San Antonio are no exception. These two cities are known for their beautiful landscapes, rich history, and world-class golf courses, making them the perfect destinations for golfers looking to experience the best that Texas has to offer.   In Austin, […]

San Antonio is a top spring golf trip destination

From Golf Digest’s “11 of the Best Spring Golf Trips You Can Take to Play Where the Pros Play” https://www.golfdigest.com/story/golf-trips-pga-tour-stops   “Texas is certainly a great state for golf, but when it comes to public courses, it doesn’t necessarily have a standout resort destination (though that might change with the Omni PGA Frisco development). It […]

Family Trip to Horseshoe Bay Resort

I had the good fortune to spend a few days with my family at one of Texas’ best luxury golf resorts, Horseshoe Bay Resort. We stayed in a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Palm Villa at the resort and we had a terrific time!  The Villa had a very spacious living area, a full kitchen, and […]

Golf Trips in a World with Covid

This has been a year like no other.  Covid, Coronavirus, Wuhan Virus, whatever you want to call it, has affected every aspect of our lives.  For us here at Texas Golf Trails, we know it has ruined plenty of golf trips.  For those who had their annual buddy trip cancelled, we’re ready to help you […]

Let’s Play Two!

“Let’s play two” is a phrase usually associated with double headers in baseball, but when you’re with friends and playing well, there are few things better than playing 36 holes.  San Antonio is a terrific golf vacation destination for those who want to go around again.  In addition to great food, unbelievable margaritas, and the […]

Golf Trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico!

We are so excited to announce that we now offer golf vacations to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.  You’ll see some additions to our site after the first of the year.  I recently had the pleasure of visiting Puerto Vallarta (PV) and I was blown away!  You will be too when you book your Mexico golf vacation […]

Top 100 Golf Resorts

The GOLF Magazine Travel Guide 2019 included in the October 2019 issue rates the Top 100 Resorts in North America.  They further break down the best golf resorts into four categories – Luxury, Buddies, General Excellence, and Families.  Three of the top 100 are located in central Texas and partner with Texas Golf Trails – […]

The new Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa is now open!

After being closed for approximately a year to complete a $150+ million renovation, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa relaunched in May 2019. It is believed that oil billionaire and Omni Hotels owner Robert Rowling purchased six resorts back in 2012 so he could get his hands on Barton Creek, envisioning it as Omni’s flagship […]

Horseshoe Bay Resort

Searching for a TX golf vacation? Look no further than Horseshoe Bay Resort, one of the best hotel golf resorts in the Southwest. Horseshoe Bay Resort is a 7,000-acre AAA Four Diamond resort about 45 minutes from Austin in the Texas Hill Country. This TX luxury golf resort features 400 guest rooms, suites and condominiums, […]

Something For Everyone

If you’re interested in a golf getaway package, Texas has something for everyone. Just let us know what you prefer, and we can put together a custom golf vacation package at a TX golf resort, put you in the middle of all that Austin or San Antonio has to offer, or just make sure you’re […]

Now what?!

So you’ve decided upon a TX golf vacation. Now what? How do you put together a golf getaway package that includes the best golf course in Austin? How do you decide where to stay while keeping the best San Antonio area golf courses within a reasonable drive? You know you want to visit one of […]

The Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin

In case being home to four championship golf courses, including the #1 and #3 ranked courses in Texas, did not make the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa an attractive enough golf resort, perhaps a $150 million makeover will do the trick. Barton Creek Resort is currently closed, and scheduled to reopen in May 2019. […]

Your Best Golf Vacation

What makes for a great golf vacation? First and foremost, it’s the people. The guys and gals you’ve invited along on your trip, obviously, but also the people you’ll meet along the way. During a Texas golf vacation, you’re sure to get plenty of “howdy’s” from warm, smiling faces. Some genuine Texas hospitality will have […]

San Antonio – The Best in Texas Golf Resorts

If you’re looking for a Texas golf vacation package and exploring stay-and-play golf vacations at hotel golf resorts, look no further than San Antonio.  The Alamo City is home to 3 outstanding Texas golf resorts.   The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is home to TPC San Antonio.  This resort offers […]

Why use Texas Golf Trails?

If you’re interested in a golf buddy trip and want to learn about golfing in Texas, you’ve come to the right place. Once you arrive at TexasGolfTrails.com and fill out our Get A Quote form, that’s when you start to receive the value of our service.   We build custom golf vacation packages based on […]

Choose Austin for your Texas Golf Vacation!

What makes for a great golf vacation? How about great golf, a great 19th hole, and great weather. You get all of that and then some in Austin, Texas. Once you’ve golfed in Austin, don’t be surprised if you find yourself returning again and again. Ranked #1 in GOLF Magazine’s “10 Best Golf Cities in […]