The Texas Gulf Coast is calling—and its 3,359 miles of shoreline are filled with cultural sights, affordable seafood, serene moments in nature, and some exciting, fresh hotels.

When you head to the beach on vacation, are you someone who likes to lie on the sand and read or are you out in the water ...

The vacation rental website recently ... offering ocean views and fishing spots,” HomeToGo said. Avila Beach earned a hidden gem score of 9.29 and a 9.35 score for sunny skies.

With more than 350 miles of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico's teal and emerald water, Texas is home to plenty of beach vacation options ... boating facilities, fishing spots and more.

If you're dreaming of soft sand, ocean waves, and a break from the daily grind, these 10 U.S. beaches are some of the best ...