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Overview
Bigger than a whole heap of countries, Texas is vast, diverse and welcoming: from big-city lights to small-town simplicity, white-sand beaches to high-country hikes.
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Best Things to Do
Plan your trip to the Lone Star State with this guide to Texas' best experiences.
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Best Places to Visit
Everything might be bigger in Texas but don't let the distances put you off. Here are the best places to visit in the Lone Star State.
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Best Time to Visit
The wide geography of the Lone Star State means there's no such thing as a bad time to visit Texas. This month-by-month guide can help you plan your visit.
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Things to Know
Cars. Guns. Oversized everything. Texas is as big, as brash and as brilliant as you've heard. Here's what to know before visiting.
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Transportation
Whether you plan to navigate the Lone Star State by bus, train or motorbike, our guide to getting around Texas is here to help.
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Free Things to Do
While most top tourist destinations across Texas are worth the price of entry, there are also plenty of places to visit that don’t cost a dime.
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Money and Costs
Texas might not leap out as a budget destination, but it's easy to save while exploring this enormous state. Try these top budget tips.
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Traveling with Kids
Build a tradition with your family to return to again and again at one of these nostalgic and chic summer resort camps.
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Best Road Trips
Texas' big empty roads are just waiting for you to explore them. Pick one of our favorite road trips and get under the hood of the Lone Star State.
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