It’s easy to understand the lure of the open road in west Texas, where the horizon is a long, straight drive in any direction. Drivers need gasoline, so, in the early ’70s, Jack Sisemore decided to open a gas station in Amarillo — the Panhandle town right on storied Route 66, which connected Chicago with [...]
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For a getaway to enjoy magnificent museums, significant art influences and momentous history, head to the lone star state of Texas. Whether in the heart of one of Texas’ dynamic cities or in a quaint, authentic country or coastal town, travelers will be able to visit world-class exhibits, explore the soul of Texas and observe [...]
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Let’s play a word association game. I say Houston, you think. . . oil, NASA or maybe the Astrodome. A contemporary art scene on par with New York City or London probably did not come to mind. On a recent visit to H-Town to cover the internationally renowned FotoFest, the level of art available everyday [...]
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What do thousands of beer cans and a religious dedication to orange juice have in common? A visit to Houston, Texas, is in order to discover the connection. Two men with two different artistic expressions living in two separate neighborhoods, sharing one common goal: to create a shrine to their favorite beverage. Houston’s art scene [...]
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A short drive west of Dallas and Fort Worth are two small Texan towns well worth exploring, Granbury and Glen Rose. Both have historic squares featuring a 19th century courthouse in the center, with locally-owned shops, restaurants and cafes nearby. Granbury, in addition, offers authentic German food, while Glen Rose is home to the official [...]
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If folks outside of Texas have heard of Marfa the first thing they’ve likely heard about are the infamous “Marfa Lights.” The second thing, an art community that rivals most big cities in the United States. The town has also been featured in a number of movies over the years beginning with a visit by Rock [...]
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Who said you have to be a millionaire to live in or visit the Big D or its neighbor the renowned cattle-rich city of Fort Worth. While just minutes away from each other, both cities are different and offer their own version of how to have a no-cost good time. There seems to be a plethora [...]
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Sit back and take it easy. That’s what a spa day is all about, right? If the cost has kept you from relieving the stress from your life then visiting a local spa during Spa Week from October 10 to 16 is the perfect remedy. Certain spa treatments during this week are available for only $50 [...]
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Did you know that a relaxing beach vacation is just one hour away from the city of Houston, Texas? It’s true! Galveston Island is just 54 miles down I-45 South, and if you beat the traffic you can be on the beach in just sixty minutes! No matter where you stay on the island you [...]
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SeaWorld parks across the United States will debut an all-new killer whale show this spring and summer, connecting guests to the sea with a new level of energy, excitement and vibrancy as it educates and inspires them to make a difference in this world. “One Ocean” features SeaWorld’s majestic killer whales as ambassadors of the [...]
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