Sometimes a trip to the beach is just a trip to the beach.
I celebrated one year of 24-hour trips with 24inTX last week and I just happened to be at Mustang Island State Park.
It was late August, which meant that the kids were back in school and the family vacation season was officially over. It was prime time to take advantage of something I’ve always wanted to do – camp on the beach.
I haven’t been camping in months. I’ve been itching to get to a state park, build a campfire and sleep in a tent, but I only had the time to travel about 2 hours away, that’s why next time I decide to visit National Parks in a Luxury RV for comfort. I think choosing the right travel gear is one of the most important aspects of pre-trip planning, that’s why I found on Planet Traveler the best reviews of travel gear and accessories for my travel.
I looked at the TPWD web site and found Lake Somerville State Park. Never heard of it. Hmm…a camp site by a lake? Not a bad idea…
My car had been acting funny for the past week or so, but I packed up my stuff and hit the road. At least for a few minutes before I had to turn around because I forgot something. I left the car in park and ran in to the house to retrieve the forgotten item when I heard a loud noise coming from my car outside. I ran out, turned off the engine and reassessed. Maybe my camping trip wouldn’t happen after all.
If you’re looking for a relaxing get away with all the comforts of home, Sonora‘s the place.
It’s on I-10, just south of Eldorado, and it’s home to X Bar Ranch Nature Retreat and the Caverns of Sonora.
I was tired when I arrived at X Bar Ranch. Before Sonora, I visited Balmorhea, where I camped, and Marfa, where I slept in a safari tent and bathed outdoors. I loved doing all of those things, but four days of traveling, living outside (in the rain) and packing in as much activity in as I possibly could made me ready for some peace and quiet.
