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Texas Travel for Tykes

Big adventures for the littlest visitors to the Lone Star State

Freedom Papers

Texas’ wide open spaces are matched in size only by the imaginations of its young travelers. Children of all ages can explore their biggest dreams here - or just get lost in the thrill of a theme park or the warm sun shining down on the Gulf of... Full story

Texas Music: The Experience, the History, the Legend

Freedom Papers

Texas music is as unique and wide-ranging as the people who inhabit the Lone Star State. It's country, western, rock and roll, Tejano, blues, jazz and gospel; sometimes all rolled into one. More than anything, Texas music is what the Texas musician d... Full story

Texas: A Year Round Vacation Destination

Freedom Papers

Texas is big and bold. The diversity of the state allows visitors to combine outdoor adventure activities in the myriad national and state parks, or experience the old Wild West and cowboy lifestyle followed by some time in one or more of Texas&rsqu... Full story

Tee-Off in Texas

Discover Texas' Diverse and Challenging Courses

Freedom Papers

With a mild climate, a storied past and more than 900 golf courses strewn across rugged desert mountains, rolling green hills, piney woods, and seaside links, Texas is blazing a trail in the world of golf. As lush public, private and resort courses s... Full story

Shake the Winter Chill and Head on Down to Texas

Freedom Papers

“Winter Texans” from the North experience the great variety of activities Texas offers from beaches, birding and scenic drives to outdoor adventures and golf Howdy, Winter Texans! Yes, that’s right, we even have a name for our winter visitors ... Full story

Seven Natural Wonders of Texas

Mountains, forests, cavers and undisturbed beaches welcome visitors

Freedom Papers

Texas is famous for vast cattle ranches and oil booms, but our natural wonders are what awe and inspire travelers. “Hiking scenic canyons and dense forests, exploring mysterious caverns, or relaxing on undisturbed beaches are just a few of the ways... Full story

Have Fun Getting the Job Done in Texas

Texas: A premier meetings and convention destination

Freedom Papers

For meeting planners seeking their next destination for meetings of all sizes, Texas is a premier choice. To make planning meetings, conventions, and pre- and post-excursions easier, the Texas Tour and Meeting Guide provides a comprehensive resource... Full story

Follow Your Nose and Taste Buds to Texas

Texas Cuisine Boasts Broad Menu

Freedom Papers

Everything is bigger in Texas, including flavor. No matter what cuisine visitors find themselves craving, restaurants and food festivals around the state are sure to satisfy. So, hit the road and follow your nose and taste buds to Texas. Texas ... Full story

Happy Trails: Discovering Texas Wildlife

Freedom Papers

Warm spring temperatures, geographic diversity, ideal migration patterns make Texas one of the world’s best stops for birders and other outdoor enthusiasts Wild treasures in Texas go far beyond cattle, cactus and coyotes. In addition to a ... Full story

Texas Tourism Launches New Advertising Campaign

Introducing On-Line, Interactive "Trip Planner" Tool & New Driving Tours

FREEDOM PAPERS

AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry today announced that Texas Tourism, the official tourism marketing organization for the State of Texas, launched a new television advertising campaign featuring some of the most unique and exciting places to be found in the L... Full story