Texans dreaming of those tropical island vibes might not have to shell out hundreds to travel great distances — there are many places locally where you can get that tropical feel without the price tag.

Son’s Island is a little piece of Texas paradise located just 30 minutes outside San Antonio in Seguin.

SEGUIN, Texas – Son’s Island, a little piece of Texas paradise located just 30 minutes outside San Antonio in Seguin, is reopening on March 6 for the 2020 season. Son’s Island was set to close in 2019 after the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority said Lake McQueeney, Lake Placid, Meadow Lake and Lake Gonzales needed to be drained due to safety concerns over aging dams. “This could possibly be the last year you can visit Son’s Island!!!! Underground lakes part of major new discoveries at Natural Bridge CavernsReservations are required to visit the island. Suggested items to bring:Beach towelsCharcoalLighter fluidBBQ utensilsIceIce chestWater shoesFood and drinksBug repellentClick here for more information about Son’s Island, located at 110 Lee Street in Seguin.