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Highways and Hertitage of Texas and Oklahoma

8 nights From £1,780 per person. Price includes: flights, accommodation and car hire.

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International Visitors Enjoy Tax-Free Shopping in Grapevine

International visitors to Grapevine, Texas, can now enjoy even more convenience with a new TaxFree Shopping refund location at Grapevine Mills, North Texas’ largest shopping destination.

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Things To Do This December In Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg is widely-known as one of the best places to celebrate the holidays in Texas.

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Austin's Best Tours

From guided walking tours of downtown to a culinary adventure through Austin's best food trucks, call on these local tour companies to show your around!

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From the High Plains to Your Holiday Table

A Course-by-Course Guide to Perfect Texas Wine Pairings

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Top Things to Do in Austin This Winter

You’ll find plenty to do in Austin during the wintertime, both indoors and out, thanks to the city's temperate weather.

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3-day Getaway to Fredericksburg, Texas

Whether it is a long weekend or a midweek getaway, Fredericksburg offers special events, shopping, history, wine and outdoor adventures.

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October Happenings in Grapevine

October is filled with Fall fun in Grapevine! From spooky train rides and family festivals to live music under the stars, seasonal wine tastings and one-of-a-kind shows, the destination offers something for everyone.

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A First Timers Guide to Lubbock

So, you’re headed to Lubbock for the first time? Prepare for a thriving music scene, impressive museums, mouth-watering refreshments, and so much more.

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Explore Texas Wine Country in Fredericksburg

Texas Wine Country is one of the United States’ most visited wine regions and part of the fifth largest wine-producing state in the country.

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Texas

The Lone Star State

Texas is ‘more than you think’. A world-class, year-round destination with the rich ranching and cowboy heritage that Texas is renowned for. There are many other attractions for visitors to enjoy including spectacular coastline, extensive national and state parks, bird-watching, golf and outstanding arts and cultural facilities. In a state this big and diverse you will find whatever you want from your Texan adventure. Think of Texas and think of the great outdoors and adventure. Go hiking and camping in the Big Bend National Park, kayaking on the Rio Grande River, horse-riding in the Hill Country or biking through the Palo Duro Canyon for an adventure of a lifetime.

If it’s a beach holiday you are after, you’ve come to the right place too. All along the 600 miles of the Texas coastline, the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico meet the mild climate of the Texas coast, making Texas' beaches among the most calming and beautiful in the nation. Or, if you prefer some retail therapy, Texas is a good value choice, with plenty of opportunities for savvy shoppers with everything from quaint local stores, outlet stores, or world-class shopping in Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas.

Highlights

Exciting travel experiences include the cities of Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio and Austin. Enjoy amusement parks, shopping, American cowboy heritage and inspiring museums.

State Secret

Texas offers an amazing variety of landscapes, cultures and adven-tures across seven regions. Enjoy the Hill Country, beaches, forests, open prairies and the stunning landscapes. Experience everything Texas has to offer.

State Facts

Land Area: 261,258.6 sq miles

Water Area: 7,340.4 sq miles

Population: 29.1 million

State Capital: Austin

Largest City: Houston

Local Time: CST – 6 hrs behind the UK except for El Paso, which is on MT – 7 hrs behind the UK

Climate: Sunny with moderate temperatures during long springs and autumns. Short winters and warm summers

Ntl Parks: 2 national parks (Big Bend National Park and Guadalupe Mountains National Park) and nearly 90 state parks

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