Texas Travel Guide

Texas is the second-biggest state in the United States of America -- although some Texans will maintain that it is a country all to its own. Originally a territory of Mexico, Texas rebelled in 1836 and became its own nation for 10 years before joining the USA in 1845. Texas has maintained its independent -- some say solipsistic -- spirit, and in fact the state makes a definite travel destination all its own. орви у детей лечение

Known for their generosity, egotism, and lack of concern for niceties, Texans are great people to meet. Texans also have a tremendous sense of Texas pride. No other state (well not many) in the United States features their state flag so prominently in businesses, on the backs of pickup trucks and in advertisements. Hawaiian holiday cottage rental & vacation rental accommodations.

Regions

• The Big Bend -- El Paso and the Southwest

• Central Texas -- historic and government center, featuring Austin and San Antonio

• East Texas -- Piney Woods, bayous, and Civil War and Civil Rights history

• The Gulf Coast -- Houston, Galveston, islands and beaches

• North Texas -- Dallas/Forth Worth

• The Panhandle -- dust storms, cotton, the Llano Estacado

• South Texas -- border country along the Rio Grande

Cities

• Austin

• Dallas

• El Paso

• Fort Worth

• Houston

• Irving

• San Antonio

Hotel - Flight - Car Rental

• Texas Discount Hotels Directory

• Click here for discount air fares.

• Click here for rental cars.

Understand

Central and southern Texas are extremely hot in the summer (commonly higher than 100F or 38C), but very nice in the spring and fall. June, July and early August are the months to avoid.

Get around

Texas has a very good system of freeways which make travelling between cities easy. Texas freeways have frontage roads which parallel the freeway.

Speed limits are very strictly enforced in and near small towns in Texas.

Southwest Airlines is an alternative for interregional travel. Trains are not frequent and are thus not very usable for travel within the state.

External links

• Bardwell Lake - Camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, and boating.
• Big Bend Ranch State Park, Texas - Pictures of Big Bend Ranch State Park and information about one of Texas newest state Parks.
• Caddo Lake State Park - Located northwest of Marshall in Harrison County, consists of 8017.2 acres along Cypress Bayou. Hunting, fishing and other activities.
• George Ranch Historic Park - George Ranch is a working ranch. Cowboys, tours of historic plantation homes and events.
• Lost Maples Fall Foliage Report - Reports on the autumn foliage found at Lost Maples State Natural Area.
• National Forests and Grasslands in Texas - Includes leaks to each each forest and grassland in the state, news, and contacts.
• Passport to Texas - RealAudio interviews about Texas state parks, outdoor recreation, fish, wildlife, birding, endangered species, conservation. Includes a schedule of radio programs.
• Texas Hiker - Guides to trails and hikes within Texas parks.
• Texas National Forests - Extensive national forest list for the state. Includes activities, contact information, history and wildlife.
• Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine - Combination, conservation, hunting and fishing magazine.
• Texas State Parks and Historic Sites - From the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Includes links to each park, reservations, programs, and calendar of events.
• Get Outdoors - Angelina National Forest - Angelina National Forest camping, lodging, wilderness, directions, fees and permits.
• Sabine National Forest - Information about the forest and the various campgrounds, hiking trails, and recreational facilities.
• About.com - Big Bend National Park - Big Bend National Park in Texas offers campers, hikers, and nature lovers a perfect outdoor getaway.
• Big Bend National Park - Official National Park Service website and information guide.
• Big Bend National Park - A comprehensive informational page about the park by John William Uhler.
• Chamizal National Memorial - Official National Park Service website. Located in El Paso.
• Frommers: Guadalupe Mountains National Park - Review of the parks activities and attractions.
• Geology Fieldnotes - Guadalupe Mountains National Park - Information about the park's geology and paleontology.
• Geology Fieldnotes - Padre Island National Seashore - Geology and environment of the park.
• Padre Island National Seashore - Official National Park Service website. Located near Corpus Christi.
• Handbook of Texas Online: Battle of Palo Alto - Overview of battle and its historical context.
• Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site - Another official National Park Service website for the National Historic site, located between Brownsville and Los Fresnos.
• Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site - Official National Park Service website. Located in Brownsville.
• Handbook of Texas Online - Brief description of the river's course, history, and economy.
• Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River - Official National Park Service website. Located in Southwest Texas.
• Handbook of Texas Online - San Francisco de la Espada Mission - Overview of the mission's history and architecture.
• Handbook of Texas Online - San Juan Capistrano Mission - Overview of the mission's history and architecture.
• San Antonio Missions National Historical Park - Official National Park Service website.
• Austin Parks Foundation - Non-profit organization committed to expanding, protecting, and revitalizing the area park and open space system by working with neighborhood, business, and public sector partners. Site includes a list of programs, calendar of events, membership form, and a list of partners.
• Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge - Offers wildlife, habitat, recreational opportunities, and volunteer opportunities.
• City of Austin: Parks and Recreation Department - Directory of the city's parks and other recreational facilities, including maps, directions, costs, and services.
• Fort Worth Botanic Garden - The oldest botanic garden in Texas, a 109-acre living museum displaying over 2,500 species of native and exotic plants.
• Abilene Zoological Gardens - 800 animals representing 200 species. General information, zoo mission, summary of classes and weekly zoo news.
• Austin Zoo - General information, history, virtual tour, animal photos and descriptions, news, and interactive games.
• Bayou Wildlife Park - Alivin. Wildlife park featuring tram rides and endangered animals from around the world.
• Caldwell Zoo - Tyler. History, mission, map of the zoo, guest services, and zoo programs.
• Cameron Park Zoo - Waco. Description of attractions with photos, news, conservation information, and education programs.
• Capital of Texas Zoo - Austin. Home to many exotic and endangered species. General information, zoo map, summer camp program, outreach program, and special events.
• Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological Garden - Includes visitor information, exhibit descriptions, and a manatee webcam.
• Dallas Zoo - 8000 animals on 97 acres. Includes children's zoo. General information, zoo map, exhibit overview, class summary, special events, and conservation information.
• Downtown Aquarium - Houston. Includes photos and descriptions of exhibits, educational programs, restaurant information, and game and ride overview.
• The El Paso Zoo - Includes a reptile house, an aviary, an elephant complex and American and Asian habitats. Site has general information, a calendar of events, and animal photos and descriptions.
• Ellen Trout Zoo - Lufkin. 500 animals. General information, animal photos, descriptions and sounds, Friends of the Ellen Trout Zoo membership and benefits, educational program summary, and event calendar.
• Fort Worth Aquarium - Offers an overview of exhibits, programs, and activities available.
• Fort Worth Zoo - 5000 animals. General information, exhibit overview, education program summary, special events, conservation information and children's games.
• Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - Glen Rose. 1100 animals representing 60 species roam freely on 1500 acres. General information, tours, lodging, games and coloring pages, animal photos and descriptions, and conservation information.
• Gladys Porter Zoo - Brownsville. 1500 animals on 31 acres. General information, history, exhibit overview, education program summary, animal photos, and detailed conservation information on Kemp's ridley turtle.
• Houston Zoo - 5000 animal representing 700 species on 55 acres. General information, special events, education program summary, animal photos and descriptions, and conservation information.
• International Exotic Feline Sanctuary - Boyd. A haven for exotic felines who have been abused, neglected or confiscated. Guided tours. Photos and information on some of the cats.
• Moody Gardens - Visitor information, events, video tour. Galveston, Texas.
• San Antonio Zoo - 3500 animals representing 750 species. General information, virtual tour with animal photos and descriptions, the "Adopt-an-Animal" program, and membership information.
• SeaWorld San Antonio - Includes park information, map with attraction descriptions, special programs, and animal information.
• The Texas State Aquarium - Corpus Christi. Includes coupon, general information, calendar of events, activities, and programs.
• The Texas Zoo - Victoria. Hours, directions, news articles, photo gallery, and electronic postcards.
• ChefMoz Dining Guide: Texas - Detailed restaurant listings with reviews submitted by the public, and links to outside reviews. Search by name, cuisine, rating or location.
• Sushi-and-Sake: Restaurants in Texas - Guide to sushi restaurants in Texas.
• Takenabreak.com - Order food for takeout and delivery from local restaurants. Allows users to find restaurants and submit reviews.
• Texas Diners - Guide to diners and restaurants, with entrees, recipes and restaurant events.
• Texas-Best Restaurants - Contact information and reviews for highly regarded restaurants in Texas.
• Wine Connoisseurs - Directory of wine related events, meetings, and organizations in Texas.

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