{"id":5249,"date":"2017-04-27T02:26:49","date_gmt":"2017-04-27T02:26:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.carro.sg\/?p=5249"},"modified":"2025-11-05T17:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:21:39","slug":"road-trip-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/road-trip-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"Road Trip Through Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"Texas is an incredibly large southern US state bordering the country of Mexico. With a tropical coastline running along the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico this state has a desert feel with a large Mexican influence. With roughly 27 million citizens in the nearly 270,000 square miles this state has lots of must see sites.\u00a0Due to this state's unique climate it is home to lots of unusual wildlife. This includes scorpions, tarantulas, snakes and wild hogs. This adds to the excitement of visiting the wild wild west. For any road trip through\u00a0Texas, we recommend starting your trip with all the cowboys in the city of Dallas.\r\n

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Source: Dallas - lennar.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nGet a feel of the city by taking a 68 second elevator ride 470 feet up into the air at the Reunion Tower. With two different restaurants to choose from, you can get a 360 degree bird's eye view of the city.\r\n\r\nIf you are looking for a taste of nature and a place for you and your family to stretch your legs head to Cedar Ridge Preserve. This 600 acre lush county habitat has over 9 miles of hiking trails. Or, visit one of the many lakes around the city for a taste of wilderness.\r\n\r\nYou may be leaving this city but certainly not the cowboys as you head south to the capitol city of Austin.\r\n\r\n \r\n

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Source: Austin - minitime.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nBeing Texas\u2019 capitol city it is worth visiting the Texas State Capitol building. Lady Bird Lake is a reservoir off the Colorado River that is in the heart of the city. There is also Zilker Park which is a common place for families to go. A great place to paddle board or kayak, there are also lots of areas to bring your dogs. At this park it is worth visiting the Barton Springs Pool which is spring fed at a year round 68 degrees. With many lakes and waterfalls in the area this city is rich in natural activities.\r\nFrom here, leave the capitol to head south towards San Antonio where you will experience the best food with a ton of culture.\r\n

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San Antonio<\/h3>\r\n
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Source: Emerald Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nSan Antonio is another of Texas\u2019 beautiful cities that is full of culture and things to do. The San Antonio River Walk is an iconic area with plenty to do including restaurants, bars, shops and boat tours. With plenty of walkways and bridges this is the perfect place to stretch your legs.\r\n\r\nThe Natural Bridge Caverns is the largest known caverns in Texas. With over 60 foot limestone slabs this is not for those scared of the dark. Get lost in the intricate underworld of these caverns.\r\n\r\nTexas has some beautiful beaches with a large piece of the state sitting in the Gulf of Mexico. Visit these warm clear waters while exploring the city of Houston.\r\n

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Houston<\/h3>\r\n
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Source: Houston - tourist-destinations.net<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nThis beautiful and lively city sits on the Gulf of Mexico. These warm tropical waters make this city an incredibly liveable city with much to do and see. From aquariums and parks, you will not be bored in this colorful city.\r\n\r\nDiscovery Green is a must see area of the city, especially at night time. This area is great for family trips kayaking around the pond or playing in the trees. A great date night to get some good culture you can grab some dinner while shopping for art and enjoying live music.\r\n\r\nFor those traveling with kids, or kids at heart, it is worth stopping at Moody Gardens. This is a 242 acre amusement park that is sure to keep the whole family busy. The Kemah Boardwalk is an old fashioned amusement park located on the waterfront.\r\n\r\nIf you are looking for a slower taste of beach life, try island hopping through some of the impressive retreat style islands in southeast Texas.\r\n

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Island Hopping<\/h3>\r\n
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Source: Padre Island - keywordsuggest.org<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nPadre Island is one of the most stunning places in Texas. With white sandy beaches and warm turquoise waters there is plenty to do here. Take to the water with your favorite water sport.\r\n\r\nHistory buffs would be more interested in heading towards Ward Island. An active area during WWII this previously uninhabited island was converted into a Naval Air Technical Training Center.\r\n\r\nMustang Island is popular amongst spring breakers and summer travelers alike. With plenty of fish this is a great snorkelling area with beautiful coastlines. An area once inhabited by pirates it is said that this island holds lots of secret treasures.\r\n\r\nTexas is a very diverse state that is incredibly interesting to visit. From arid deserts to lush islands, this state hosts something for everyone.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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