BEST VDAY GIRLS GETAWAY



Austin, Texas

This Valentine’s Day, head to Austin, Texas! According to CNN Headline News and Travel & Leisure magazine, Austin ranks No. 2 on the list of U.S. cities with the best people, referring to the personalities and attributes of the citizens
(ie: good looking!!).

Austin makes for the perfect low maintenance getaway. Surround yourself with your friends during this “couple’s” holiday, explore unique shopping (see the Best Stores in Austin here), dining, live music and more. It’s also home to Lake Austin Spa Resort, the #1 Destination Spa in North America (by Condé Nast Traveler).

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THINGS TO DO, VISIT THE AUSTIN CVB

Accommodations:

STAY AT THE SAN JOSE HOTEL ON SOUTH CONGRESS FOR A GLIMPSE OF THE FUNKY SIDE OF AUSTIN

WANT TO STAY AT THE SPA ALL WEEKEND? LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORT
IS THE PLACE!

FOR A SOPHISTICATED STAY, SLUMBER AT THE FOUR SEASONS AUSTIN!


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BEST STAMPEDE AT THE STATE CAPITOL




The Artsy Side of Politics

If you find yourself at the State Capitol in Austin during February, take notice of the paintings and bronze sculptures on the first floor of the Rotunda. It’s the work of 36 talented Texas artists on display February 15–27. This will be the longest-running art exhibit ever hosted by the Texas State Capitol.

Artists on exhibit include:

  • Kyle Polzin
  • Roy Andersen
  • Nancy Bush
  • Bruce Greene,
  • TD Kelsey
  • Roebrt Pummill
  • Teresa Elliott
  • Mark Haworth
  • John Austin Hanna
  • Donna Howell-Sickles
  • Jill Carver
  • John Pototschnik
  • Tony Eubanks
  • and many more!

If you miss the exhibit at the Capitol, you’re in luck. Starting March 2 (which happens to be Texas Independence Day), InSight Gallery in Fredericksburg will house the exhibit through April 15.

VISIT THE CAPITOL BUILDING ONLINE
VISIT INSIGHT GALLERY ONLINE


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BEST BRIDAL SHOWS



You just got engaged over the holidays, and you’re super excited…but what’s next? Don’t stress! Check out one or more of these bridal shows to kick off your wedding planning with a bang!

Austin | Bridal Extravaganza
January 9—10

12-5pm
It’s central Texas’ largest bridal showcase, featuring over 250 exhibitors!

PALMER EVENTS CENTER
900 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704
512.404.4500
LEARN MORE ABOUT AUSTIN’S BRIDAL EXTRAVAGANZA

Dallas | Dallas Bridal Show
January 23–24

10am–6pm
With special appearances by celebrity wedding planner Donnie Brown from “Whose Wedding Is it Anyway?” and wedding gown designer Jimmy Demetrios!

DALLAS MARKET HALL
2200 STEMMONS FREEWAY
DALLAS, TEXAS 75207
214.749.5491
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DALLAS BRIDAL SHOW

Houston | 26TH Bi-Annual Bridal Extravaganza Show
January 9–10

Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 11am–5pm
Meet face-to-face with more than 400 of Houston’s top wedding vendors at this Texas wedding wonderland!

GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER
1001 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77010
713. 853.8000
LEARN MORE ABOUT HOUSTON’S BRIDAL EXTRAVAGANZE SHOW

Lubbock | Brides World Tuxedo Junction Bridal Show
January 17

1–4pm
These experts specialize in the west Texas market and will take you seamlessly through the wedding planning process from the invitations to your honeymoon travel.

LUBBOCK MEMORIAL CIVIC CENTER
1501 MAC DAVIS LANE
LUBBOCK, TEXAS 79401
806.775.2242
LEARN MORE ABOUT LUBBOCK’S BRIDAL SHOW

San Antonio | Wedding Fair
January 10

Noon–5pm
Visit with more than 250 vendors, enter to win extravagant prizes and experience live bridal fashion shows!

HENRY B. GONZALES CONVENTION CENTER
555 S. ALAMO STREET
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78205
210.207.8500
LEARN MORE ABOUT SAN ANTONIO’S WEDDING FAIR


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BEST SUMMER MUSICALS


There’s an abundance of entertainment across the Lone Star State all summer long. Take a musical journey through these “note” worthy Texas cities.



Austin : Performing Arts Center/Bass Concert Hall
“Wicked” : August 12–30, 2009
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER/BASS CONCERT HALL
2350 ROBERT DEDMAN
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78712
512.471.1444

VISIT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER ONLINE

Canyon : Palo Duro Canyon
“Texas” Musical Drama : June 5–August 15, 2009
PALO DURO CANYON
11450 PARK ROAD 5
CANYON, TEXAS 79015
806.488.2227

VISIT TEXAS SHOW ONLINE

Dallas : Music Hall at Fair Park
“Mamma Mia!” : August 18–30, 2009
“Mary Poppins” : September 24–October 18, 2009
MUSIC HALL AT FAIR PARK
909 FIRST AVENUE
DALLAS, TEXAS 75210
214.565.1116

VISIT DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS ONLINE

Granbury : Granbury Opera House
“The Night the Music Died” : August 6–30, 2009
133 E PEARL STREET,
GRANBURY, TEXAS 76048
800.547.4697

VISIT THE GRANBURY OPERA HOUSE ONLINE

Lubbock : Wells Fargo Amphitheatre, Mackenzie Park
“Guys and Dolls” : Jul 17–18, 24, 31, Aug 8, 15, 21, 2009
LUBBOCK WELLS FARGO AMPHITHEATER
1501 MAC DAVIS LANE
LUBBOCK, TEXAS 79401
806.775.2242

VISIT LUBBOCK MOON LIGHT MUSICALS ONLINE


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BEST DINING PATIOS


Austin : Oasis on Lake Travis
When visiting Austin, you must go to Oasis at sunset. This outdoor restaurant is great for grabbing a drink and relaxing hundreds of feet above Lake Travis.
6550 COMANCHE TRAIL
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78732
512.266.2442

VISIT OASIS ONLINE



Dallas : Fuse
Fuse lives amongst the buildings of downtown Dallas boasting a 10,000-square-foot patio with a bamboo water garden.
1512 COMMERCE STREET
DALLAS, TEXAS 75201
214.742.3873

VISIT FUSE ONLINE



Fort Worth : Joe T Garcia’s
This seventy-year old restaurant has one of the most famous patios in Texas. A small menu but a large patio that is a popular choice among visitors to Fort Worth.
2201 N COMMERCE STREET
FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76164
817.626.4356

VISIT JOE T GARCIA’S ONLINE



Grapevine : The Glass Cactus
Located on the resort property of the Gaylord Texan; the restaurant and night club have a two-story deck looking over Lake Grapevine.
1501 GAYLORD TRAIL
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS 76051
817.778.2800

VISIT THE GLASS CACTUS ONLINE



Houston : The Treehouse at the Grove
The second floor Treehouse bar – open Thursday through Saturday – brings a casual flare to a trendy restaurant where you can enjoy bites and drinks in an unforgettable patio. Sit cozy in between the Houston buildings overlooking Discovery Green Park.
1611 LAMAR STREET # 101
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77010
713.337.7314

VISIT THE TREEHOUSE ONLINE



Lubbock : Las Brisas SW Steakhouse
Order a signature steak from Las Brisas and listen to live music on the patio every Friday & Saturday evening.
4701 112TH ST
LUBBOCK, TEXAS 79424
806.687.6050

VISIT LAS BRISAS ONLINE



San Antonio : La Fogata
Voted last year as one of the Best Patios by Shop Across Texas, we say yes again to La Fogata. It’s a favorite for Mexican food, margaritas and atmosphere. But get there early or you’ll have to wait!
2427 VANCE JACKSON ROAD
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78213
210.340.1337

VISIT LA FOGATA ONLINE


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