Texas Travel Guide
South Texas Plains
By the editors of Kaboose.com, with Margaret Soria
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South Texas Plains has a lot of flavor. From the tropical sun of the Rio Grande Valley to the foods of San Antonio, there are delights to be had in this region.
Here, where Texas and Mexico come together, you will experience the excitement of a zesty Tex-Mex blend of languages, music, cuisine, and customs. And you will reap the benefits of some of the most interesting attractions and activities this side of the border.
Play golf and tennis year-round or birdwatch in a host of prime birding spots. Explore museums and historical sites famous the world over. You can shop in malls, markets and boutiques that offer an amazing array of merchandise. And pluck luscious grapefruits and oranges right from the trees. You will never lack for entertaining diversions in the South Texas Plains.
Where to Stay:
Embassy Suites Laredo
110 Calle Del Norte
Laredo, TX 78041
Phone: (956)723-9100
The Embassy Suites Laredo is located just three miles from the Laredo International Airport and conveniently in the heart of Laredo’s finest upscale shops. It also just a short drive from the historical downtown streets of Laredo, the Civil Center, Laredo Center of the Arts, the Mexican Border and the Laredo Entertainment Center Arena; which is home of the Laredo Bucks Central Hockey League Champions. Some amenities to enjoy while staying at the Embassy Suites are free shuttle service to the International bridges and downtown area, free internet service, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
Drury Inn & Suites San Antonio
201 N Saint Marys St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
The Drury Inn & Suites is located directly on the Riverwalk and is listed as a historical landmark. It is approximately 15 miles from the San Antonio International Airport and eight blocks from the Alamodome. Within walking distance are the Alamo, Buckhorn Museum, Empire Theater, Market Square and the River Center Mall. Six Flags is only 15 miles away and Sea World only 18 miles away. Hotel amenities include a complimentary breakfast, a swimming pool, fitness center, and broadband internet access.
Country Inn & Suites
4607 North Cage Blvd.
Pharr, TX 78577
Phone: (956) 782-8832
The Country Inn & Suites is located in the lower Rio Grande Valley. It is just a short drive to the popular Mexican cities of Nuevo Progeso and Reynosa via the Pharr International Bridge; which is just three miles away. They are also close to many Pharr dining, shopping, and entertainment areas. The Rio Grande Valley is known for its expanses of natural beauty, and there are many opportunities for wildlife observation.
What to Do:
Fannin Battleground State Historic Site
Park Road 27
Fannin, TX 77960
Phone:(361)645-2020
A historical site with a handsome monument of Col. James W. Fannin Jr. and his men surrendered to Mexican army after Battle of Coleto Creek on March 20,1836. Though Fannin believed surrender was on honorable terms, Gen. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna overruled local Mexican commander's clemency petition and ordered the Texans (some 342) executed at Goliad about a week later. The park is open daily. Facilities include water, rest rooms, electricity, and picnic accommodations.
Witte Museum
3801 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone:(210)357-1900
Founded in 1926, San Antonio’s premier museum, with features unique history, science, and cultural exhibits is home to a 2000 year-old mummy. Visitors can watch live theater, see national traveling exhibits, admire dinosaur reproductions, and visit the Eco-lab with live animals.
Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center
W. End Washington St.
Laredo, TX 78040
Phone: (956)764-5701
The Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center, located near the Rio Grande, is a living laboratory that teaches about plants, animals, and the ecosystem found in the Rio Grande Watershed. Open to the public on Saturdays, the center features four outdoor ponds that are home to American alligators, catfish, bass, and turtles. The plant area is home to over 50 types of native vegetation, including a cactus garde, wildflower hill, and South Texas brush plants.
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