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  • Visiting San Marcos, Texas in SummerUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:30:50 2008
    San Marcos is one of the most popular small towns in Texas. Located in the Texas Hill Country, San Marcos is a short drive from either Austin or San Antonio. Although San Marcos, is a popular touri…
  • Point Isabel Lighthouse - Port Isabel LighthouseUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:25:56 2008
    The Point Isabel Lighthouse in Port Isabel served mariners along the Texas coast for more than five decades. Today it is designated as the Point Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site and is a favor…
  • South Padre Island, Texas - Visiting South Padre IslandUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:24:22 2008
    South Padre Island is known primarily as a Spring Break destination. However, it is truly a beach for all seasons…
  • Top-Ranked Texas AttractionsUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:13:47 2008
    Every year in Texas, the Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism commissions a study to determine the most popular tourist attractions in the state. The results of the 2005 study, …
  • Palo Alto BattlefieldUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:08:31 2008
    Over the years, the Rio Grande Valley has played an important role in Texas and US history. Palo Alto Battlefield, just north of Brownsville, was the site of the first battle of the US/Mexican War …
  • Visiting Space Center HoustonUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:04:19 2008
    After playing an important role in the Space Race of the 1960s, Space Center Houston has become a popular tourist attraction. Even today, when it remains crucial to the NASA Space Program, Space Ce…
  • Texas Adopt-A-Beach CleanupUpdated: Fri Jul 4 13:00:28 2008
    Twice a year, the Texas General Land Office stages a statewide beach cleanup effort known as "Adopt-A-Beach." Since the program began in 1988, nearly 330,000 volunteers have removed over …
  • South Padre Island Sand Castle DaysUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:37:03 2008
    Each October, some of the world’s best sand sculptors head to South Padre Island for the annual Sand Castle Days, a weekend-long sand castle building extravaganza. What started as a tiny event…
  • State Fair of TexasUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:31:37 2008
    Running for 24 days through late-September and early-October, the State Fair of Texas is the largest fair and stock show in the state. During the nearly month long event, everything from live music…
  • Port Isabel's Day of the Dead CelebrationUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:24:16 2008
    In Mexico, the end of October marks a time-honored celebration known as “Day of the Dead.” Over time, the tradition has crept into the Mexican-influenced Texas border region. In fact, sev…
  • Texas Book FestivalUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:17:43 2008
    Held at the State Capitol in Austin, the annual Texas Book Festival features over 200 authors, as well as exhibitors, live music, food, a children's area and more. …
  • Holiday Light Trails in Texas - Texas Holiday LightsUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:13:28 2008
    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…
  • Galveston's Dickens on the StrandUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:10:32 2008
    In a town known for its history, it only makes sense to ring in the holiday season with characters from Christmases past. Such is the case with Galveston, where the annual Dickens on the Strand eve…
  • HEB Holiday ParadeUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:06:55 2008
    An annual Thanksgiving Day tradition for almost 60 years, the HEB Holiday Parade signifies the official beginning of the holiday season in the Houston area…
  • George West StoryfestUpdated: Fri Jul 4 12:00:44 2008
    The first Saturday of November each year sees the small town of George West host its annual Storyfest, which features a variety of storytellers offering renditions of folklore, cowboy tales, fables…
  • Texas Holiday Parades - Texas ParadesUpdated: Fri Jul 4 11:57:06 2008
    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 i…
  • Texas New Year's CelebrationsUpdated: Fri Jul 4 11:50:42 2008
    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 memora…
  • Washington's Birthday CelebrationUpdated: Fri Jul 4 11:37:32 2008
    Believe it or not, the country's largest and longest-running tribute to America's first president is held each year in Laredo, Texas. Founded in 1898, Washington's Birthday Celebration is a month-l…
  • San Antonio Riverwalk Mud FestivalUpdated: Fri Jul 4 11:29:24 2008
    The San Antonio River, home to the famous Riverwalk, is drained each January. But, even without water in the river, San Antonio still manages to find a way to throw a party. The annual Riverwalk Mu…
  • Texas Renaissance FestivalUpdated: Thu Jul 3 14:13:49 2008
    One of Texas' most recognized annual events, the 2008 Texas Renaissance Festival runs from October 11 through November 30. Visitors shouldn't miss an opportunity to attend this unique, eight-week …
  • Galveston's Mardi Gras CelebrationUpdated: Thu Jul 3 14:10:46 2008
    Historic Galveston is home to one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations on the Gulf Coast. The Texas-size party lasts for 12 days and 11 nights prior to lent…
  • WurstfestUpdated: Thu Jul 3 14:04:20 2008
    Four over four decades, the German-influenced Hill Country town of New Braunfels has held their annual Wurstfest, which features plenty of sausage, strudel, pretzels, polka music and more…
  • Charro Days - A South Texas TraditionUpdated: Thu Jul 3 14:00:12 2008
    Staged each February since 1938, Brownsville's Charro Days is a weeklong, traditional Mexican “pachanga,” with parades, dances and a variety of fun events for the entire family. …
  • BorderfestUpdated: Thu Jul 3 13:55:12 2008
    The Texas border town of Hidalgo celebrates its border heritage each spring with their annual Borderfest. The event includes live music, an art show, dancing, a parade and more. …
  • RioFest - Harlingen, TexasUpdated: Thu Jul 3 13:52:27 2008
    Harlingen's Riofest is an annual celebration of art, music, food and culture of Deep South Texas. Artists from across the United States and Mexico cover the 40-acre festival with original artwork. …
  • Historic Texas TownsUpdated: Thu Jul 3 02:52:38 2008
    Having been ruled by six countries, including its own sovereign government, Texas has a diverse and interesting history. Much of the history that shaped the Lone Star State took place in towns that…
  • Oddball TexasUpdated: Wed Jul 2 13:22:59 2008
    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…
  • Texas Spring BreakUpdated: Wed Jul 2 13:17:35 2008
    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 …
  • Texas Attractions - Visiting Texas AttractionsUpdated: Wed Jul 2 13:14:18 2008
    Texas has plenty of attractions to choose from. Here are the best of the best…
  • West Texas Golf Courses - Golfing In West TexasUpdated: Wed Jul 2 13:08:39 2008
    Like a scene straight out of the movie "Tin Cup," several top-notch golf courses spring up from the West Texas landscape - seemingly in the middle of nowhere. However, although they may n…
  • World's Longest Causeway Run and Wellness WalkUpdated: Wed Jul 2 13:05:22 2008
    Taking place on the Queen Isabella Causeway between Port Isabel and South Padre Island, the World's Longest Causeway Run and Wellness Walk is one of the most popular running events in Texas, largel…
  • July 2008 Festivals and Events in TexasUpdated: Tue Jul 1 22:15:52 2008
    Like all states, Texas has plenty of Fourth of July festivities to kick off the first full month of summer. However, the remainder of the July calender is also chocked full of events for visitors t…
  • Texas Fourth of July Celebrations - Celebrating July 4th in TexasUpdated: Tue Jul 1 22:12:28 2008
    If you happen to be heading to Texas for Fourth of July, you'll have no shortage of Independence Day activities to choose from. From tiny town celebrations to elaborate firework displays in major c…
  • Texas Festivals - Best Texas FestivalsUpdated: Tue Jul 1 14:41:09 2008
    Texas' ethnic and geographic diversity has resulted in some of the most varied and unique annual events to be found anywhere!…
  • Small Town Texas - Visiting Small Texas TownsUpdated: Tue Jul 1 14:35:32 2008
    While the big cities get most of the attention in Texas, it is a mistake to overlook the smaller towns that dot the landscape. Hundreds of tiny Texas hamlets offer visitors fun and entertainment in…
  • Visiting the AlamoUpdated: Tue Jul 1 14:28:28 2008
    The Alamo is not only one of Texas’ most important historical landmarks, it is also one of the state’s most popular tourist attractions, with over 2.5 million visitors annually…
  • Spending New Year's in HoustonUpdated: Tue Jul 1 14:18:46 2008
    Houston is the largest city in Texas and fourth largest city in the nation. It stands to reason a city that size would offer visitors plenty of options when it comes to ringing in the New Year…
  • Houston Livestock Show & RodeoUpdated: Tue Jul 1 14:16:11 2008
    The first three weeks of March in Houston mean the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. This one-of-a-kind event features the second largest fair in North America, daily professional rodeo comp…
  • Winter Texan SeasonUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:55:32 2008
    Each year from November through March, thousands of visitors from northern states spend time in Texas. These Winter Texans are more than just tourists to the Lone Star State - many are actually par…
  • Austin's 3M Half Marathon and RelayUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:52:22 2008
    The 3M Half Marathon and Relay, held each January in Austin, is one of the country's top half marathon events. The 13.1-mile course follows a mostly downhill route through Austin and includes a two…
  • Texas Shopping Scene - Shopping In TexasUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:48:25 2008
    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 c…
  • March Flower Trails, Celebrations and FestivalsUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:47:50 2008
    March is traditionally the time the flowers begin to bloom in Texas. Lone Star State visitors have a variety of options to view these abundant blossoms, including walking tours, festivals, celebrat…
  • 2008 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Entertainment LineupUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:46:05 2008
    Each year, the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is one of Texas' most anticipated events. This is due, in large part, to the impressive lineup of musician the Show puts forth each year. The 2008 …
  • Texas for VisitorsUpdated: Mon Jun 30 21:35:24 2008
    Looking to head to the Lone Star State? Get everything you need to know about visiting Texas from About guide Danno Wise…
  • Texas Budget Vacation DestinationsUpdated: Sun Jun 29 14:27:19 2008
    Looking to have a big time on you Texas vacation, but don't want to take out a second mortgage to do so? Don't worry, there are plenty of affordable destinations in the Lone Star State that offer p…
  • Texas Train ToursUpdated: Sun Jun 29 14:08:14 2008
    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…
  • San Jacinto Monument and MuseumUpdated: Sun Jun 29 14:03:22 2008
    The Battle of the Alamo is undoubtedly the most famous battle of the Texas Revolution. However, the Battle of San Jacinto was the decisive battle which gave the Texans their independence from Mexic…
  • Visiting Galveston IslandUpdated: Sun Jun 29 14:00:50 2008
    Galveston Island is truly a year around destination. With plenty of attractions, world class hotels and restaurants, and, of course, miles of sandy beaches, Galveston is a perfect vacation spot any…
  • Tyler, Texas Rose FestivalUpdated: Sun Jun 29 13:55:53 2008
    Started in 1933, the Texas Rose Festival has become part of the fabric of life in Tyler. The Rose Parade is just part of the fun, that includes the Coronation Ball and the East Texas Symphony Orche…
  • Visiting the USS LexingtonUpdated: Sun Jun 29 13:49:14 2008
    Following many years of "active duty," the WWII-era USS Lexington "retired" to Corpus Christi. This massive aircraft carrier now serves as a floating museum, complete with a the…
  • Texas State Capitol - Visiting the Texas State CapitolUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:25:42 2008
    Visitors to Central Texas shouldn't pass up a chance to visit the Texas State Capitol and soak up some of the legend, lore and history that is Texas…
  • First Night AustinUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:22:56 2008
    Held each year on New Year's Eve, First Night Austin includes an afternoon family festival, a procession down Congress Avenue, and a night-time art show and festival which features steet corners an…
  • Austin Film Festival and ConferenceUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:20:47 2008
    For more than a decade, the Austin Film Festival has provided a venue for up-and-coming screenwriters and filmmakers to have their work brought into the public consciousness. The 2007 edition, sche…
  • Ringing in the New Year in Austin, TexasUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:17:04 2008
    Not only is Austin Texas' state capitol, it is also one of the state's most renowned "party towns." The combination of world-class hotels, historical sites, a variety of attractions and, …
  • Visiting Austin's Bob Bullock Story of Texas MuseumUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:10:46 2008
    Many visitors to Austin, the Texas state capital city, are intrigued by the history of the Lone Star State. Luckily for them, the city is also home to the Bob Bullock Story of Texas Museum, which e…
  • Visiting Austin, Texas' Capital CityUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:08:15 2008
    In addition to being the state capital, Austin is also one of the most popular vacation destinations in Texas. Rich in both history and modern culture, Austin offers something for everyone…
  • Shopping for Antiques in Texas - Texas AntiquesUpdated: Tue Jun 24 17:05:44 2008
    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 WinterUpdated: Wed Jun 18 21:09:22 2008
    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…
  • Fall Birding in TexasUpdated: Wed Jun 18 21:04:31 2008
    Spring is the best known time for birding in Texas. However, as the year's first cold fronts make their way through the Lone Star State, an amazing amount of birds begin riding the northerly winds …
  • Rio Grande Valley Birding FestivalUpdated: Wed Jun 18 21:02:04 2008
    Held in Harlingen on an annual basis, the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival is a five-day event featuring vendors, seminars, presentations, workshops, youth activities, guided field trips and more…
  • Brownsville International Birding FestivalUpdated: Wed Jun 18 20:59:14 2008
    Birding on the border! The Brownsville International Birding Festival offers birders from around the globe to see species unique to the Texas border region, as well as hearing from world-renown exp…
  • Spring Birding in TexasUpdated: Wed Jun 18 20:55:09 2008
    Wildflowers aren't the only thing that draws a crowd to the Lone Star State during the spring season. Thanks to the spring migration, birding has become one of the fastest growing outdoor recreatio…
  • El Paso RestaurantsCreated: Tue Jun 17 17:43:27 2008
    There is more to El Paso's dining scene than Mexican food. Find out what this border town has to offer in the way of eateries…
  • Top 6 Salt Water Fishing Tournament TrailsUpdated: Tue Jun 17 16:09:38 2008
    Texas has long been a hotbed for bass fishing tournaments. However, with the proliferation of salt water tournament trails, Texas has also become a favorite destination for coastal tournament fishi…
  • Poco Loco LodgeUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:51:00 2008
    Located in Falfurrias, Poco Loco Lodge offers South Texas dove and deer hunting as well as saltwater fishing in fabled Baffin Bay. The lodge also offers a pool, hot tub and lighted skeet range for …
  • Get-A-Way Adventures LodgeUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:46:29 2008
    Located right on the water in Port Mansfield, anglers fishing out of Getaway Adventures Lodge have quick access to great shallow water trout and redfish action in the Lower Laguna Madre. Additional…
  • SeaWorld San AntonioUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:39:10 2008
    SeaWorld has long been known as a leader in marine exhibits and waterpark entertainment. SeaWorld San Antonio lives up to its billing, featuring marine life shows and displays, adventure camps, thr…
  • Six Flags Fiesta TexasUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:37:59 2008
    San Antonio's Six Flags Fiesta Texas has been one of Texas' top attractions since its inception. This massive theme park offers the only "floorless" roller coaster in the southwest, plus …
  • Schlitterbahn Waterpark - New Braunfels, TexasUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:35:45 2008
    Texas' original - and best known - waterpark, Schlitterbahn, is located in the Germanic Hill Country town of New Braunfels. Taking advantage of the natural surroundings, most notably the hilly terr…
  • Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark - South Padre IslandUpdated: Tue Jun 17 15:33:47 2008
    One of the top waterparks in the country, South Padre Island's Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark is located right on the beach and offers a wide variety of waterslides, rides, pools and other ways to '…
  • Texas Regions - Visiting Texas by RegionsUpdated: Mon Jun 16 21:00:00 2008
    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…
  • Schlitterbahn Galveston IslandUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:57:16 2008
    Popular Texas waterpark Schlitterbahn has added a third location - Schlitterbahn Galveston Island. Like the other Schlitterbahn parks, Schlitterbahn Galveston Island features plenty of unique and i…
  • Family Spring Break Destinations in TexasUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:53:09 2008
    Spring Break is most often associated with the annual debauchery college students partake in during their week-long break from spring semester studies. However, during this same time frame, thousan…
  • Visiting San AntonioUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:51:15 2008
    San Antonio is the number one vacation spot in Texas. And, with good reason. There is so much to see and do in the Alamo City that finding the time to see it all may be a challenge…
  • Spring Travel In TexasUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:50:23 2008
    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 t…
  • Texas' Best Drive-To Vacation DestinationsUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:47:31 2008
    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 …
  • Visiting San Antonio's HemisFair ParkUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:42:42 2008
    Originally built to hold the 1968 World’s Fair, San Antonio’s HemisFair Park has been one of the state’s most popular attractions since its inception and features one of the Alamo Ci…
  • Dallas' White Rock MarathonUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:41:59 2008
    One of the most unique running events in the nation, Dallas' White Rock Marathon is a combination fitness festival and day-long concert. With bands stationed at every mile marker along the marathon…
  • Texas Major Cities - Visiting Major Texas CitiesUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:38:41 2008
    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…
  • AT&T Austin MarathonUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:36:20 2008
    Held in the Capitol City, the AT&T Austin Marathon is one of the most scenic races in Texas, with nearly half the course being run along Town Lake and the Colorado River. The rolling hills of A…
  • Visiting the Museums of Port IsabelUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:31:54 2008
    The tiny town of Port Isabel in Deep South Texas is steeped in history. As one of Texas’ oldest towns, Port Isabel served as a strategic port during both the Mexican-American War and the Civil…
  • Lost Maples State Natural AreaUpdated: Mon Jun 16 20:30:09 2008
    Most people relate fall foliage and the “changing of the leaves” to the eastern portion of the United States. However, portions of Texas actually see dramatic changes in foliage coloratio…
  • Visiting Falcon State Park, TexasUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:12:56 2008
    Located along the Texas/Mexico border, Falcon State Park sits on the shores of Falcon Lake and offers fishermen, nature lovers, and campers a unique outdoor experience…
  • Visiting Blanco State ParkUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:11:24 2008
    Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Blanco State Park is one of the smaller state parks in Texas. However, what Blanco SP lacks in acreage, it makes up for in charm and user-friendly am…
  • Visiting Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife RefugeUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:09:58 2008
    Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge is located in deep South Texas and offers visitors an opportunity to view a variety of bird and animal life which can be found elsewhere in the United State…
  • Emory Texas' Eagle FestivalUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:08:04 2008
    Designated at the "Eagle Capital of Texas" by the 74th state legislature, Rains County and the small town of Emory have held its annual Eagle Festival for over a decade. The event feature…
  • Viewing Whooping Cranes in Texas - Texas Whooping CranesUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:06:51 2008
    The Texas Coastal Bend has long been a region whooping cranes migrated to for the winter. However this year, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service, a record number of cranes have touched do…
  • Texas Birding - Viewing Texas BirdsUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:05:57 2008
    Texas is a virtual birder's paradise, with hundreds of documented species being found in every region of the state. …
  • Boca Chica BeachUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:04:37 2008
    Many visitors know about the desolate stretches of beach available along the Padre Island National Seashore near Corpus Christi. And, thousands of tourists flock to the sandy shores of South Padre …
  • Visiting Corpus Christi - Coastal Bend VacationsUpdated: Mon Jun 16 18:00:12 2008
    Corpus Christi and the array of small towns making up the Texas Coastal Bend region offer visitors plenty of vacation entertainment twelve months a year…
  • Lake Casa Blanca International State ParkUpdated: Mon Jun 16 17:58:06 2008
    Located right in the center of Laredo, one of Texas’ most impressive border cities, Lake Casa Blanca International State Park offers a wide array of outdoor activities for visitors and residen…
  • Texas Beaches - Texas' Best BeachesUpdated: Mon Jun 16 17:50:20 2008
    Texas is known for a lot of things. However, Texas' many excellent beaches are often overlooked. Don't miss your chance to grab a stretch of Texas sand while on vacation in the Lone Star State…
  • Houston MarathonUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:39:20 2008
    What started as a humble race with just over 100 runners has blossomed into the largest single sporting event in Houston. This year's Houston Marathon features nearly 18,000 participants, making it…
  • SunMart Texas Trails Endurance RunUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:22:35 2008
    Held each year in the Huntsville State Park, just north of Houston, the Sunmart Endurance Run features 50-mile and 50-k endurance runs and is one of the largest Ultra events in the country…
  • Thanksgiving Weekend Football in TexasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:11:28 2008
    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/Ag…
  • Texas FootballUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:07:14 2008
    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 Ju…
  • Friday Night Football - Texas High School FootballUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:03:38 2008
    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 visitin…
  • 2007 Texas BowlUpdated: Thu Jun 12 19:00:01 2008
    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 hosti…
  • 2007 Sun BowlUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:56:17 2008
    First played as a high school all-star game in 1935, the Sun Bowl first invited college teams to participate in 1936. The annual game has been a college football classic ever since. This year the g…
  • Alamo BowlUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:52:38 2008
    San Antonio's annual showcase of college football action, the Alamo Bowl, has been thrilling fans in the Alamo City for more than a decade. This year's game is set for Dec. 30 and features the Texa…
  • 2008 Cotton Bowl ClassicUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:50:15 2008
    An annual post season college football tradition since 1937, Dallas' Cotton Bowl Classic pits top college teams against each other every New Year's Day. …
  • Winter Texans Find Fine Fishing In TexasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:46:26 2008
    Winter Texans, spending two to four months in the Lone Star State, have developed a penchant for many saltwater sportfish often overlooked by resident Texas anglers. Luckily for them, Texas' mild w…
  • Texas Running Events - Marathons to Fun RunsUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:42:57 2008
    Fitness buffs and fun runners alike will find plenty of events to keep them busy in the runner-friendly Lone Star State…
  • Visiting the Texas Coast During Hurricane SeasonUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:39:42 2008
    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 official…
  • Texas Running EventsUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:36:17 2008
    Every January, many Americans have vowed to get in better shape or have set goals for themselves, such as running in their first marathon, 5k, 10k, etc. in the year ahead. If you are looking to kee…
  • Mother's Day In TexasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:16:27 2008
    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,…
  • Texas International Fishing TournamentUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:12:54 2008
    Held the first weekend in August in the waters around Port Isabel and South Padre Island, the Texas International Fishing Tournament is the largest salt water fishing tournament in Texas, attractin…
  • Texas State AquariumUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:09:53 2008
    The "official" aquarium of Texas, the Texas State Aquarium houses hundreds of marine animals and provides educational programs for visitors of all ages…
  • 2008 Texas Cinco de Mayo FestivalsUpdated: Thu Jun 12 18:05:51 2008
    Because Texas was once part of Mexico, the state has a long-standing Mexican heritage and follows many Mexican traditions, including celebrating the popular Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo. Although …
  • Getting Wet to Beat the Texas HeatUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:58:23 2008
    Spring and summer in Texas are almost synonymous – with heat. The six-month-long heat wave often leaves many Lone Star State residents and visitors looking for ways to cool off. Of course, the…
  • Texas Trips for Father's Day - Father's Day Gift IdeasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:55:38 2008
    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, …
  • Summer Water Sports in TexasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:52:33 2008
    The summer heat in Texas can be downright unbearable at times. Luckily, Texas is home to hundreds of miles of coastline and dozens of lakes and rivers – offering plenty of watery ways to have …
  • Texas Saltwater FishingUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:48:48 2008
    Saltwater fishing in Texas is as good as anywhere along the U.S. coastline. More and more anglers have been discovering this in recent years and packing their bags and rods to take advantage of the…
  • Texas Rainbow Trout FishingUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:45:33 2008
    Texas is not known for rainbow trout fishing. However, in addition to excellent year around rainbow trout fishing in the Canyon Lake Tailrace section of the Guadalupe River, Texas residents and vis…
  • KOA World's Largest Surf Fishing TournamentUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:40:58 2008
    South Padre Island, Texas will be the location for what is being billed as the "World's Largest Surf Fishing Tournament." Hundreds of competitors are expected to take part in the event, w…
  • Texas Snook FishingUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:29:52 2008
    Few anglers realize South Texas is home to the only viable snook population outside of Florida in the entire United States. If you have designs on landing a linesider, why not head to South Texas, …
  • Texas Winter & Spring Boat ShowsUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:27:47 2008
    Although Texas offers near year around boating, water sports and fishing opportunities, the first couple months of the year can be inclement. But, there are still plenty of things to keep boaters a…
  • Houston International Boat, Sport and Travel ShowUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:25:30 2008
    Held during the first two weeks of January each year, the Houston International Boat Show is the largest and longest-running boat show in Texas. The event, which fills the Reliant Center, runs for …
  • Fall Fishing in TexasUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:21:37 2008
    Texas offers some of the best fresh and saltwater fishing to be found anywhere. As the weather and water begins to cool in fall, sport fishing in the Lone Star State is at its best. Anglers hoping …
  • Lower Laguna Madre Redfish ChampionshipUpdated: Thu Jun 12 17:19:19 2008
    Oct. 27, 2007 will be a historic day for redfish anglers in Texas’ Lower Laguna Madre area. On that day, the first annual Lower Laguna Madre Redfish Championship tournament will be held and is…
  • Gas Saving Texas Vacation IdeasUpdated: Wed Jun 11 20:31:35 2008
    With the cost of fuel continuing to climb, more and more vacationers are looking for close-to-home getaways. Luckily, the Lone Star State offers plenty such options. In fact, every region of Texas …

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