Texas Travel

Get Your Kicks on Route 66 with a burger at the Golden Light Cafe, a National Historic Landmark and greasy spoon restaurant serving Amarillo Texas since 1946.

Dec 7, 2009 - Diana Lambdin Meyer

From eclectic vintage clothing to quirky gifts, Austin's must-see shopping district has something to tempt every shopper. But simply taking a stroll down SoCo can be fun.

Nov 21, 2009 - Nancy Flores

This holiday season about 35 percent of U.S. air travelers will have free access to wireless Internet from now until January 15, according to Google, Inc.

Nov 12, 2009 - Nancy Flores

Amarillo is the central hub of the Texas Panhandle and surrounding area, and it is filled with sights to see and great places to eat.

Nov 8, 2009 - Frank Yeats

Rumors have circulated for years of the possibility of future Disney parks. Could the Lone Star State become a little more magical in the future?

Oct 28, 2009 - Allison Westbrook

Texas wine country offers an array of wines and types of wineries to visit. Wine enthusiasts can choose to travel many miles or a few miles over several days.

Oct 23, 2009 - Kathleen Sullivan

Step back in time and appreciate the joys of steam train travel. Passengers can now ride leisurely through the hills, rivers, and ranches of Central Texas.

Oct 8, 2009 - Nancy Flores

The Gilmer Yamboree is an annual festival in Gilmer, Texas that entices crowds from all over East Texas.

Oct 8, 2009 - Allison Westbrook

Located in Texas Hill Country, the Caverns of Sonora are among the world's most impressive caves. The caverns are a must-see when exploring the Southwest.

Sep 13, 2009 - Dianne Turgeon

Founded by German immigrants in the 1846, Fredericksburg Texas, the heart of Hill Country, offers authentic German food, dance and beer just an hour from San Antonio.

Sep 13, 2009 - Diana Lambdin Meyer

Check out live music, a scenic park, and Austin's famous Barton Springs Pool all for free.

Aug 22, 2009 - Nancy Flores

When searching for a Texas travel destination, the new expansion of the San Antonio Riverwalk offers something for everyone in the family.

Aug 17, 2009 - Nancy Flores

Enjoying a cruise via a lock and dam system and checking out unique art installations are some activities travelers can enjoy at the new Riverwalk addition.

Aug 17, 2009 - Nancy Flores

The San Antonio Riverwalk's expansion - slated to open in 2014 - will be the nation's largest urban ecosystem restoration. The renovation's first phase opened May 2009.

Aug 10, 2009 - Nancy Flores

Getting stranded at DFW Airport may not necessarily be such a bad thing. There are plenty of activities to keep the children entertained.

Jul 28, 2009 - Christopher Pascale

The Davis Mountains in West Texas offer scenery, solitude, and a variety of outdoor activities. High elevation keeps it cooler here in summer than in much of the state.

Jun 29, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

The Sixth Floor Museum is the home of the alleged site of Lee Harvey Oswald's shooting of President John F. Kennedy. It is located on Historic Dealey Plaza in Dallas.

Jun 24, 2009 - Kelley Huston

Sixteen Texas state parks rent full-service cabins, and others offer limited use cabins. These accommodations make it easy to enjoy a park experience without camping.

Jun 18, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Remote places miles from nowhere offer stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, dark skies, and solitude. Here are ten relatively accessible and affordable getaways in Texas.

Jun 15, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

A bluff in the rolling hills 30 miles east of San Angelo bears hundreds of paintings 1,000 years old or older, some of which accurately mark the solstices.

Jun 12, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

An estimated 29 million Americans travel with their dogs, and more hotels and resorts are welcoming four-legged customers. Here are some dog-friendly Texas hotels.

Jun 10, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Hiking through the woods beats sweltering in city heat. These five dog-friendly trails offer escapes just a short drive from Houston.

Jun 9, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Hiking offers one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors, and a dog is great company on the trail.

Jun 8, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

During summer, visitors to Padre Island National Seashore can observe releases of sea turtle hatchlings, part of a decades-long effort to restore nesting in Texas.

Jun 8, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Every summer evening, millions of bats emerge from Devil's Sinkhole near Rocksprings, Texas. Guided tours of the phenomenon being at the Rocksprings visitor center.

Jun 4, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill