Bandera’s National Day of the Cowboy LONG GONE are days of walking down a Main Street lined by hitching posts on either side. Knotted rope and wood have been replaced by charging stations and parking meters paid for via text message. With rapid progress comes the threat of not properly appreciating the past, and that’s

Hill Country Trail Region

Rolling Hills and Sparkling Rivers

Known for its meandering rivers, rolling hills and serene valleys, this 19-county area embraces its rich tapestry of cultures. Native American, Mexican and German traditions and heritage abound.

Hill Country Trail Region

Fittingly, Austin’s nucleus of intellectual activity—the University of Texas—is also its literary hub. With nearly 50,000 students on a 357-acre campus, UT is a major…

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