Articles Index
Texas Train Tours
Touring the Texas countryside in the spring is alway scenic. However, touring aboard one of these historic trains adds an element of nostalgia and romanticism to the experience.
Texas' Antique Shopping Scene
Recent years have seen an explosion in interest in antique furniture in Texas. So much so, in fact, that entire towns have begun developing their economies around this budding industry.
Visiting Texas Beaches in Winter
Although the weather has cooled, there are plenty of beach activities for visitors to Texas. Lone Star State beach destinations offer year around attractions, events, and activities such as fishing, birding, shelling and more.
Planning a Texas Vacation by Regions
Texas is a giant state. Because of this, visitors often have difficulty deciding where to go and what to do. Dividing the state into regions can be helpful when planning a Texas vacation.
Spring Travels In Texas
Spring is a wonderful month to spend in Texas. Birding, fishing, hiking, and a variety of watersports are all in full swing. Additionally, there are a good number of festivals being staged across the state and plenty of wildflowers to view during your drive.
Texas' Top Drive-To Vacation Destinations
With air travel becoming more and more difficult, many travelers have begun seeking out destinations within driving distance of their homes. Although Texas is a huge state – one that can take days to drive across – there are plenty of “drive-to” destinations within easy reach of Texas’ major metro areas.
Visiting Texas' Top Cities
Looking for a place to visit in Texas? Try hitting one of Texas' major cities. Each of these six cities offers a wide variety of activites and attractions, as well as first-class lodging and dining.
Thanksgiving Weekend Football Action Abounds in Texas
Starting on Thanksgiving Day, football fans in the Lone Star State will be privy to four full days of gridiron action. Beginning with the Cowboys' T-day tilt, continuing with the annual Longhorn/Aggie brawl and high school playoffs, and wrapping up with the Texans' game on Sunday, this weekend offers Texas football fanatics plenty to cheer about.
Texas Football
Although it is still officially summer, in Texas fall is already in the air despite the heat. High school, college and pro football teams across the state begin their preseason practices in late July and early August, offering Texas football fans and visitors a quick "football fix" before the real season begins.
Friday Night Football Fever
Texans are truly football fanatics. Need proof? Read H.G. Bissinger's book Friday Night Lights or watch movie version of it. Better yet, why not catch a high school football game live while visiting Texas.
2007 Texas Bowl
Throughout late December and early January, visitors to Texas have the additional attraction of college football bowl games. But, although the Lone Star State has a long-standing tradition of hosting a handful of games, 2007 marks just the second year of existence for Houston's Texas Bowl.
Visiting the Texas Coast During Hurricane Season
Texas, like other Gulf Coast states, is prone to hurricanes and tropical storms. However, this does not mean you shouldn't plan a trip to the Lone Star State during hurricane season, which officially runs June through November. In fact, some of the best Texas vacation activities and events occur during this time. But, there are a few precautions to take before heading out to the Texas coast during the height of hurricane season.
Mother's Day In Texas
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, plenty of Texas residents and visitors are looking for somewhere to take mom for a quick weekend getaway. Luckily, Texas has a wide variety of unique, quality hotels, spas and resorts, any number of which will ensure mom has a weekend she’ll remember forever.
Father's Day in Texas
With Father's Day just around the corner, now is the time to plan dad's next trip to Texas. No matter what your dad's interests, you can be he'll find plenty to do in the Lone Star State. Golfing, fishing, camping, hiking, and boating are just some of the activities that await dad's heading to Texas for Father's Day.
Texas Shopping Scene
In a state the size of Texas, you would expect to be able to find any gift you are looking for. And, you would be right! The Lone Star State offers limitless shopping options, from giant malls to cozy cottage shops.
Spring Break in Texas
Spring Breakers heading to Texas during March have a variety of options. Texas offers several fun-filled Spring Break destinations. But, the best ones book up fast, so those hoping to spend Spring Break in Texas better book their rooms well in advance.
The Romantic Texas Hill Country
The Texas Hill Country is one of the most romantic regions in the Southern US. Rolling hills, clear streams, and quaint villages dotting the landscape make it the perfect escape for a romantic weekend.
Romantic Vacations on the Texas Coast
Texas coastal towns from Galveston to South Padre Island offer visitors a wide variety of options to make their romantic weekend getaway a memorable one.
New Year's - Texas Style
If you are lucky enough to be in Texas over New Year's, you may have a hard time deciding what to do - there are just too many options. Here are a few suggestions to make your Texas New Year memorable.
Texas Holiday Light Trails
If you are hoping to view Christmas lights during your visit to Texas, you are in luck. There are several holiday light festivals and trails across the Lone Star State during the month of December.
A Parade of Texas Holiday Celebrations
Texans have some of the biggest, most unique holiday parades in the country. Visitors heading to the Lone Star State between Thanksgiving and Christmas would be well-served to attend one of these immensely popular events.
Oddball Texas
Written by Jerome Pohlen and released in 2006, Oddball Texas points out all of the eccentric, quirky, unusual and, most of all, fun things to see and do while touring Texas.
Visiting Texas After Hurricane Rita
Hurricane Rita struck the Texas/Louisiana coastline in the wee morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 24. Anyone with plans to visit the upper Texas coast may need to reconsider. However, the middle and lower stretches of the Texas coast were relatively unaffected and are open for business.
Hurricane Katrina Victims Relocate to Texas
Since Hurricane Katrina made landfall along the Northern Gulf Coast, tens of thousands of hurricane victims have relocated to shelters across Texas. As a result, there is a huge demand for volunteers and donations to aid in the hurricane relief effort in the Lone Star State.
2005 Texas Vacation Ideas
Texas offers visitors a wide variety of events, attractions, festivals, and family fun - making it the perfect destination for a vacation in 2005.