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San Antonio for Children

In addition to being a cultural mecca and a romantic getaway, San Antonio is also fun! If you are traveling with kids, there is something for guests of all ages. [h]The Children’s Museum of San Antonio[/h] Let’s face it– Texas is quite extreme and unpredictable. Try as you might, it is next to impossible to ensure good weather during your trip to san Antonio. It’s a good idea to have a few indoor options, in case of rain or unbearable heat. If you have children between the ages of 2 and 12, the Children’s Museum is a great back-up plan. … Continue reading →

San Antonio– Culture and History Abound

Michele told you all about the wonderful cruise in San Antonio, but did you know that San Antonio is also a great destination for learning? [h]The Alamo[/h] San Antonio is a hotbed of history lessons. The site of the famous Battle of the Alamo, a major fight in the battle for Texas independence, the city has preserved many of the locales for tours. The Alamo itself, located at 300 Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, is open year-round (except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) for tours, field trips, and family vacations. Visitors to the Alamo learn all about the stunning … Continue reading →

Super Summer Travel Ideas

If you really want to heat things up this summer, then head to San Antonio. The popular Texas travel destination is unveiling sun-sational deals for visitors this month. For starters, the city’s popular River Walk has expanded. The new 2-mile paved stretch doubles the River Walk in size. It winds away from the city center, passes the San Antonio Museum of Art and the restored Pearl Brewery, and along the myriad of margarita-serving outdoor cafes and Tex-Mex restaurants. To celebrate the River Walk’s expansion several eateries and bars are offering drink and food specials throughout the summer. Nine more miles … Continue reading →

Texas-Sized Travel Deals for $2

Two bucks? Now you’re talking. Great minds at the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau have come to the rescue of cash-strapped families visiting town on a budget. The group recently compiled a list of 33 attractions for $2 or less. Some of the freebies include the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, open daily, and the Sam Houston Boat Tour, which provides free 90-minute roundtrip cruises along the Houston Ship Channel. Another attraction that won’t cost you a single cent to visit is the Miller Outdoor Theatre, which hosts free productions from March through October. During the month of August … Continue reading →

Movie Legend Museum

John Wayne fans have you been to Mount Pleasant, Texas lately? If not you might want to add it to your travel itinerary. That’s where you will find a collection of one-of-a-kind memorabilia loving displayed by a true blue fan of “The Duke.” Harry Brown will tell you his vast stash of all things related to Wayne is what inspired him to build the Legends and Lawless Museum. The modest structure is home to Brown’s vast Wayne collection and other western memorabilia. The museum is located at 2747 Old Paris Road near Mount Pleasant High School, and you’ll know that … Continue reading →

Signs Spring has Sprung in Texas

You can tell when Old Man Winter has released his grip on the Lone Star State when area highways become black… and blue. Bright blue bluebonnets are blossoming all over the great state of Texas right now signaling the arrival of spring and the thousands of visitors that make their way down south to soak up the spectacular sights the famous wildflowers create. For those of you unfamiliar with this annual rite of passage the bluebonnet is the state’s official flower and can be found throughout Texas. The native plant is often accompanied along Texas roads by an equally bright … Continue reading →

Travel Tidbits—Houston’s New Star-Studded Tourist Campaign and Good News for Frequent Flyers

Would you be more willing to vacation in Houston, Texas if Beyonce Knowles told you how wonderful the area was? How about if former President George H.W. Bush and his wife, Barbara recommended places to eat and shop? Would that encourage you to book a trip faster? Execs with the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau sure hope so. The group recently recruited some of Houston’s most famous residents for its new multi-million dollar ad campaign and they are hoping the celebrity slant pays off in Texas-sized proportions. Gone are the traditional touristy slogans (the bureau recently pulled the plug … Continue reading →

Big Deals in the Big D

Traditionally I don’t keep tabs on hotel deals in Texas, but with the Green Bay Packers poised to take on the Dallas Cowboys in a divisional championship game (provided both teams win their respective play off games this weekend) I’ve had several friends ask me if there were ways to save money in Texas should the road to the Super Bowl run through Dallas. While I didn’t find a ton of deals in the Dallas metro-area I did come across a number of spectacular hotel rates at other properties scattered around the state. It might not help football fans, but … Continue reading →

Another Reason To Visit Waco, Texas

Waco, Texas is already home to the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame & Museum and other noteworthy attractions such as a world-class zoo, the Texas Sports Hall of Fame & Museum and the Dr Pepper Museum, but city leaders are hoping the area’s newest addition will draw in even bigger crowds. Waco tourism officials want massive crowds to experience a new park that features mammoth artifacts—literally. The Waco Mammoth Site is home to the skeletal remains of the gigantic creatures that walked the region 70,000 years ago. The attraction is currently on track to become part of the National Park … Continue reading →

Family-Friendly Attractions in Dallas

You’ve visited Southfork and spent hours looking at the exhibits displayed at the Six Floor Museum—-so what else does Dallas, Texas have to offer you and your family. Take a look: Reunion Tower You can’t miss it and you’ll probably keep wondering what it is until you go inside. The 50-story Reunion Tower looms over downtown Dallas with a giant ball-shaped dome that houses an observation deck and a restaurant. If you want a bird’s-eye view of the city (and a pretty good meal) then head to the very top of the tower. The observation area is open from 10 … Continue reading →