Summer is still in full swing and there are many money-saving options for travelers looking to stretch their vacation dollars for a first or second trip of the season. The State of Texas says, "Howdy Y'all!" as it welcomes visitors from neighboring states and across the country with incentives on all the Lone Star State has to offer. Texas offers summer fun, entertainment and relaxation for visitors of all ages, including amusement parks; beaches, lakes and rivers; museums; spas; golf; and culinary and wine experiences.

"We have added a new Travel Packages section to our Web site, http://www.TravelTex.com, which lists money-saving travel packages around the state," said Julie Chase, Chief Marketing Officer, Texas Tourism. "We want visitors to get the most out of their vacation and to enjoy the many ways they can save in Texas while having a great time."

There are tremendous savings to be found all across the state. Travel packages to San Antonio, Dallas, Plano, Austin, Bastrop, Corpus Christi, Galveston and The Woodlands include gasoline gift cards, shop & stay programs, attraction admission discounts, and more. For example:

-- St. Anthony Hotel, San Antonio -- $50 rebate for guests staying three nights or more

-- Fiesta Texas Package, Hilton San Antonio Airport -- Package includes deluxe room (2 night minimum), 2 adult one day tickets to Fiesta Texas, a buffet breakfast for 2 each morning, and a $50 gas gift card

-- Gas N' Go Promotion, Hyatt Regency, Dallas -- $25 gas card when you stay, plus Hybrid vehicle owners receive complimentary valet parking

-- Shop & Stay Package, Southfork Hotel, Plano -- Enjoy a 1 night stay with breakfast, a $25 shopping spree at the Allen Premium Outlet and FREE shuttle service to the shopping center

-- Discover Austin, Hyatt Regency Austin -- Now through Labor Day, take advantage of all Hyatt Regency has to offer and receive a $25 American Express gift card per stay

-- The Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown -- Receive a $25 gas card for each night of your stay

-- Drive 'N Dive Package, Port Royal Ocean Resort, Corpus Christi -- Make reservations for a three-night stay at a regular non-discounted rate and get a $60 gas card

-- Summer at Lost Pines Package, The Hyatt Lost Pines Resort and Spa, Bastrop -- Includes a $50 resort credit, two Lost Pines beach towels and two "Old Buck's Place" water bottles