Texas

Texas is the second largest state in the U.S. bordering Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mexico and The Gulf of America.

Most people relate Texas to being flat and having a lot of tornados, this is true for most of the region, however on the western side of Texas is the Davis Mountains with elevations up to 8751 feet on Guadalupe Peak. Nearby is the Chihuahuan Desert, which is largely flat, a stark contrast to the mountains that sit to the west.

As you move east you enter the Great Plains region. This is known for its flat terrain and prairie landscapes extending from the panhandle to the central part of the state. You then enter the central lowland which consists of rolling hills and fertile valleys. and finally, you reach the coastal plain stretching along the Gulf of America.

Dallas is home to the Dallas Cowboys and a visit to AT & T Stadium should be on your list. Guided tours are available with the exception of event days and special events. You can also take a tour of Southfork Ranch, this is home to the longest running TV Series “Dallas” which aired for 13 years.

Southfork Ranch Tours and operating hours click here: https://southforkranch.com/tours/

Visit Fort Worth nearby, just about 32 miles from Dallas you can experience the famous Fort Worth Stockyards for a unique cattle drive experience. There is also the Texas Motor Speedway for Nascar and Indy style racing, the Fort Worth Japanese Garden, and take a tour of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing where billions of dollars are printed here, we did this tour and loved it. You can also visit Sundance Square and Fort Worth Water Gardens. Again, these are just highlights, there is so much in this area I cannot possibly list it all.

For Texas Motor Speedway Event and Ticket Information click here: https://www.texasmotorspeedway.com/

Fort Worth Bureau of Engraving and Printing Visitor and tour information click here: https://www.bep.gov/visitor-centers/fort-worth-tx-tour-and-visitor-center

Our next stop is San Antonio, home of the Historic Alamo, or stroll along the Riverwalk or take a boat tour, and every Tuesday through Sunday you can enjoy the free light show at the San Fernando Cathedral. Another unique thing to do is to visit the Natural Bridge Caverns where tours are offered daily. San Antonio offers something for everyone. For Alamo tour and ticket information click on link here: https://www.thealamo.org/

We traveled to Waco to see Magnolia, make sure you make reservations ahead if you’d like to dine at Magnolia table as they are usually booked out quite a ways. We visited the Silos and shopped the market. Magnolia visitor, ticket and tour information click on link here: https://magnolia.com/pages/tours?gad_campaignid=17952576857&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwsZPDBhBWEiwADuO6y0ova_JhbuOdPi_8q4nZPiiyG9Y0uq4t63UZjlv2jh3mXbYMjBrVUhoCI5wQAvD_BwE

Another wonderful place to visit is Galveston, with beautiful white sand beaches in the Gulf, walking along the Strand historic District, touring the 1892 Bishops Palace, or exploring Moody Mansion. History surrounds you as you enjoy this great city.

There is plenty to do in Houston, visit the Space Center, the Holocaust Museum or choose one of many museums in the Museum District, attend the Houston Rodeo or Livestock show, attend a Houston Astros Baseball Game or go to the beach. Houston is another city full of night life and cultural arts. For Space Center ticket and tour information click on link here: https://spacecenter.org/

Texas is a diverse state with a lot of variances in style and so much history. Texas is big and spread out and each city offers its own unique flavor. We had a great time exploring Texas and with all there is to see, and do we know we will return someday. Enjoy Texas, where everything is bigger in Texas.