by DB Kooper

Created on: December 04, 2008   Last Updated: April 18, 2011

Texas is well known for rodeos, ranches, and big open country but there is so much more for a vacationing family or seasoned traveller to experience and enjoy. Close to 800 miles from top to bottom and as wide in some places, it is the second largest state in the USA. With such a huge terrain, Texas offers a long coastline, mountains, desert and of course large dazzling cities all with thier own mix of fun places to go. There is something for everyone, the salty ocean air or a host of attractions that the great cities like Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth or Houston will have.The Lone Star vacation is a memorable experience in many ways. A visitor could lay on the beach, trekk through beautiful foothills, explore an old wild west town and dine in a 4 star restaurant in just a weekend.

There are world class golf courses, guest ranches to ride some horses and a big variety of activities for the ocean lover. The scenic beaches along the Texas Gulf coast and the splendor of South Padre Island keep fisherman and beachcombers coming back year after year.
The 140,000-acre Padre Island National Seashore is vast reserve of nature to explore. Houston's famed Galleria will please any shopper and the nearby Johnson Space Flight Center is an educational experience for visitors of any age. Just south of this great city is Galveston Island, a rich blend of art galleries and museums. Cruise ships depart from there to Mexico and the Carribean.
Corpus Christi is down the coast and offers a variety of scenic sunny ocean fun.
San Antonio offers attractions such as the Alamo,the San Antonio Botanical Garden and the picturesque Paseo Del Rio River Walk.
Along the Rio Grande River is Big Bend National Park where mountain meets desert and hiking, camping and fishing come together to showcase the natural beauty that Texas has to offer.
All of the Major cities in Texas offer lots of free things to do. Many museums and Art exhibits cost little or nothing. The parks are large and scenic and perfect for a sunny afternoon picnic.
For fisherman and hunters alike Texas is a sportsmans paradise. With countless lakes all over the state you can bring a boat and never run out of water to ski, fish,and have fun in the sun.
Whether its a drive to Big Bend country or the Piney Woods of the Panhandle the scenery changes dramatically from region to region. The people are friendly and the food is a hearty and flavorful tribute to the spirit that is Texas. The lone Star state is a big adventure and will keep visitors coming back year after year.

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