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Instead of Jackson Hole, This Texas Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

Known as the Cowboy Capital of the World, this Texas town offers an authentic taste of the West without the crowds, resort prices, or long-distance travel.

by Katie Lawrence
on Jun 24
Historic storefronts in Bandera, Texas, display Western charm with metal roofs, glowing string lights, and signs for local bars and entertainment venues in the heart of the Cowboy Capital of the World.
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One of Texas’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Katie Lawrence
on May 11
Entrance sign to Aurora Cemetery in Aurora, Texas, framed by trees and historic stone pillars.
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Discover the Texas Small Town That Looks Like a Hallmark Movie Set

by Katie Lawrence
on Oct 8
Festive Main Street in Boerne, one of the most charming small towns in Texas, with historic buildings and twinkling holiday lights decorating local shops and restaurants.
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Escape to This Charming Mountain Town in Texas Before Fall Ends

by Katie Lawrence
on Sep 12
Scenic desert highway winding through the West Texas mountains at golden hour.
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Van Horn, Texas Is a Remote Desert Town Worth an Overnight Stay

by Melissa Mahoney
on Jul 6
exterior of the historic and iconic el capitan hotel in van horn texas

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Skip Europe This Summer: This Historic Village in Texas Is Just as Quaint as Braunfels, Germany

It's like a stroll back in time with traditional historic architecture, ample outdoor adventure opportunities, and tons of tasty food.

by Molly O'Brien
on Jun 11
A look at the Main Plaza Driving Cirlce
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The Remote Town in Texas We Simply Can’t Get Enough Of

Terlingua is a remote town in Texas that's the perfect home base for visiting Big Bend National Park, stargazing, and more.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jun 10
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This Blink-and-You’ll-Miss-It Town in Texas Is so Worth Exploring

The atmosphere at the Albert Dance Hall is one of camaraderie and lightheartedness, and plain enjoyment of life’s simple pleasures in this tiny Texas town.

by Katie Lawrence
on Oct 24
exterior of the Albert dancehall with open doors and picnic tables outside along with string lights at night in albert Texas
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The Perfect Texas Getaway To Take If You Have Been Dreaming Of Europe

by Katie Lawrence
on Feb 21
A white gazebo with a pointed roof stands in a park, surrounded by bare trees and a cloudy sky. An American flag is visible.
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The Small-Town Restaurant That Is Worth A Visit From Anywhere In Texas

by Katie Lawrence
on Jan 30
Cozy restaurant interior with blue booths, wooden tables, and warm lighting, featuring framed photos on the walls.