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Quick Vacation Getaways in Texas

Often times a quick escape is all the schedule allows. Luckily for Texans - and visitors to the Lone Star State - there are several interesting attractions and destinations within a short drive of major Texas metro areas such as Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio

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Memorial Day in Texas

Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer in most people's minds. Across the state of Texas, there will be a number of events, festivals and activities to help you get summer started the right way.

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2012 National Polka Festival

Monday May 7, 2012
Featuring a colorful Czech parade, live music, arts & crafts, a horseshoe tournament, traditional Czech foods, dancing and a 5k run, Ennis' annual National Polka Festival is the largest Czech heritage festival in the United States. The 2012 National Polka Festival is set for May 25-27. Read More

Texas Prairies and Lakes Region Attractions

Monday April 30, 2012
The sweeping Texas Prairies and Lakes Region runs from Brenham north beyond the Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex. Within this massive region is some of Texas most scenic landscapes, as well as some spectacular attractions. From dinosaur tracks to theme parks and from historic sites to the "World's Largest Honky Tonk," there is a wide variety of attractions and landmarks including in the massive Prairies and Lake Region of Texas. Read More

Top Texas Summer Vacation Spots

Sunday April 29, 2012
With summer just around the corner, now is the time to start planning your summer vacation in the Lone Star State. Although Texas offers a variety of summer vacation options, most visitors head to a destination with water or major attractions such as theme parks and water parks. Luckily, there is no shortage of such summer vacation destinations in Texas. Here are just a few of the top spots to head for summer vacation in Texas. Read More

Texas Panhandle Attractions

Sunday April 29, 2012
The Texas Panhandle is the most easily recognized region of Texas on a map - it's the large rectangle protruding from the top of the state! Within this region is some of the state's most unique, unusual and odd attractions. From the Grand Canyon of Texas to the Devil's Rope Museum and from the official state bison herd to the famous Cadillac Ranch, there is plenty to see while touring the Panhandle Plains. Read More

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