Holidays to Texas

Texas, second largest state in the US, is home to an estimated 16-million cattle. It has often been said – usually by Texans - that everything is bigger and better in Texas, but take a holiday to Texas and explore the state and you will probably tend to agree with them!

Think of the Lone Star State and most people think of gun-toting Texas cowboys and 10-gallon hats, rodeos, rough oilmen and dusty desert. There is no doubt that if you holiday in Texas for long enough you will see all of these stereotypes, but during your Texas holiday you will also see a variety of stunning landscapes that change from dark pine woods, to rolling hills and sparse beautiful desert and finally to sparkling coastline and fabulous beaches.

On your holiday you will be able to delight in Texas’ cosmopolitan cities where it is possible to swap the bright lights for a day on a Texas ranch, or soak up culture at a world-class art gallery before taking a stroll through a scenic park.

Most people are aware of the Texas oil industry, but you may be surprised to discover that the state has one of the country's biggest wine-growing regions too. There’s also world-class bird-watching, hiking, biking, kayaking or even camel trekking.

Whatever it is that brings you to Texas, whether it be space flight or rodeo riding, and wherever you plan on travelling in this great state, you can be sure that someone will be ready to greet you with a big ‘ole smile and a friendly "Howdy!" to make you feel welcome! You see, the word Texas is a corruption of a Native American Caddo Indian means "friend" and friendliness is something that Texans have plenty of!

The Texas Regions

Texas comprises 5 distinct regions:

East Texas: East Texas is located on the border of Louisiana is filled with hundreds of lakes, rivers and streams, making it a fisherman's paradise. It also has the Blackland Prairies, 12 million acres of grassland used for cattle grazing and covered in wild flowers during the early spring. Tyler is known as the rose capitol of Texas and during March and April you will find wonderful displays of roses and azaleas.

The Gulf Coast: The gulf coast is a 100-mile strip along the Gulf of Mexico that is characterised by beautiful wind-swept beaches. The oil town of Houston is located in this region, and is home to NASA. Head for the great beaches of Galveston, Corpus Christi and South Padre Island.

Central Texas:

Also referred to as “Hill Country” this region includes Dallas-Ft. Worth and also the state's capital of Austin. The land is dotted with woods, lakes, rivers and caves.

The Panhandle:

The Texas Panhandle is the very northern section of the state and is made up of sweeping plains and majestic mesas and other rocky outcrops. This area is used mostly for cattle and sheep grazing as well as mining and oil drilling.

West Texas:

West Texas is beautiful but harsh cactus land that divides the border between Mexico and New Mexico. For unforgettable desert beauty visit Big Bend National Park, southeast of El Paso.

Bon Voyage have been planning and arranging Texas holidays since 1979. Allow Bon Voyage to tailor make an unforgettable Texas holiday adventure through this vast state, with the quality and service you expect, and at great value prices. We know the best places to stay, how long you should stay in each place, and the best time of year to visit. Call us, and we'll plan you a fabulous Texas holiday that you'll never forget.

Route 66 Guided Motorcycle Tour - As featured 'Sunday Times Hot 100 Holidays'

EagleRider's world famous guided Route 66 motorcycle tour travels the original Route 66 over 2,400 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles.

USA Rail Holiday - Texas Discovery

Discover the Lone Star of Texas, one of the states less publicised to the British market. Enriched with culture, history and flamboyant cities, the perfect way to see a slice of Texas.

The Heart of Texas

Explore Texas with this trip through Dallas, Big Bend National Park, San Antonio, the Cowboy Capital of the World - Bandera and Houston.

Texas and Louisiana Adventure

The home of country & western music and nightlife, this adventure combines Texas and Louisiana states to offer you a taste of ranches, plantation homes and lively capitals.

America's Sunny Southern Seacoast

Explore Texas, Alabama and Louisiana on America's Southern coast. Relax in the warm sunshine and laidback, friendly Southern hospitality.

Route 66 - Shorter Eleven Night Holiday

If you don't fancy a full two week driving itinerary or want to travel outside the usual Route 66 season (May-October), this could be for you.

Route 66 - Three Week Extended Road Trip

This three week fly-drive Route 66 holiday packs in all the iconic sights you'd expect from the Mother Road, plus Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Meteor Crater, Santa Fe and historic Durango.

Route 33 Fly-Drive Holiday

Sample a shorter version of America's Mother Road, Route 66, with this 11 night fly-drive Oklahoma to Santa Monica.

Route 66 - The Classic Tour

Route 66, The Mother Road from Chicago to Los Angeles, who can resist this iconic 2448 mile journey through 8 states and 3 time zones.

Texas - Adventures in the Lone Star State - Trafalgar Escorted Holiday

Discover the heart of Texas in this exciting exploration of the largest of the lower 48 states, steeped in old-West history, basking in a courageous spirit and pioneering fortitude.

Coast to Coast, USA by Car...

Coast to Coast, USA - Pacific Ocean to Atlantic Ocean in just over two weeks. If you're looking for an epic road trip - you've found it.

Route 66 - The Mother Road

Route 66, The Mother Road from Chicago to Los Angeles. Take the 2,448 mile holiday of a lifetime and drive the classic Route 66.

Southfork Ranch

Internationally renowned as the filming location for the "Dallas" television series, Southfork Ranch is known worldwide as America's most famous ranch.

Dallas Fort Worth

Fort Worth showcases the history and Western heritage that the visitor expects to see coming to Texas and a beautiful array of cultural venues. Visit the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, and you'll see a longhorn cattle...

Big Bend National Park

Big Bend National Park encompasses more than 800,000 acres along the Rio Grande River in West Texas and is one

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

Fort Worth relives its western heritage at the annual Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show which typically runs which runs from mid January to early February.

Billy Bob's Texas

Billy Bob’s Texas is an enormous entertainment complex that features the world’s biggest

Seaworld San Antonio

San Antonio's Sea World is the largest of the marine-adventure parks in the

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas boasts a water park and roller coasters, a wide range of other thrill rides and

Natural Bridge Caverns

Located 13 miles north of San Antonio is Natural Bridge Caverns, one of America’s

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

The Palo Duro Canyon, or “Grand Canyon of Texas” is the second-largest canyon

Houston Space Centre

During the Space Race of the 1960s, Houston secured its place in the technology field with the role played by Space

John F. Kennnedy in Dallas

Explore one of America’s darkest moments with a visit to the former Texas School ........

Austin’s Music Scene

So how exactly did Austin become known as the “Live Music Capital of the World”? The city’s slogan became

Buying Boots in El Paso

El Paso is the place in America to buy genuine hand-made cowboy boots. The choice can be bewildering – prices range from

Amon Carter Museum of Western Art

Fort Worth publisher and philanthropist Amon G. Carter, Sr. founded the Museum to house his collection of paintings and

Texas – the Stage Show

The Pioneer Amphitheatre is carved out of a natural basin in the majestic Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in America. During the summer it plays

Only in America – Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo, Texas

The rules are simple; eat your whole meal in 60 minutes or less and your dinner is free – sounds simple, right?

Only in America - Stanley Marsh 3's Public Art, Amarillo, Texas

Stanley Marsh 3 is a millionaire artist from Amarillo, Texas. He has a love of public art that is a little quirky. Indeed he is quoted

Cadillac Ranch, Route 66 - Texas

No, you're not seeing things- there really are nearly a dozen Cadillacs upended in the Texas plain west of Amarillo.

MidPoint Cafe, Route 66 - Texas

If you've made it to the MidPoint Cafe in Adrian, Texas- then Yeehaaa...! As this is exactly half-way along your Route 66 holiday..

The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Route 66 - Texas

This western-inspired motel and restaurant is a must-do stop on your Route 66 holiday. The motel is designed to look like Main Street in a Wild West Town. The rooms are nothing to write home about, but the food and entertainment entices...

Leaning Water Tower, Route 66- Texas

The town of Groom, 40 miles east of Amarillo holds two of the more eye-catching sights along your Route 66 holiday in Texas.

Destination - Texas and Route 66

Route 66 stretches through 200 miles of pancake-flat plains in the area known as the Texas Panhandle. Devoid of trees or other features the western half of the drive heading into New Mexico is also known as the "Staked Plains" This is dusty,...

Amarillo - Texas and Route 66

Amarillo - the name alone conjures up pictures from the Old West in the mind’s eye. The name is derived from the Spanish word for “yellow” because of the yellow sub soil and yellow flowers found here.

Where you stay is the heart of your holiday. Location reigns supreme but do you prefer resort facilities or unique and boutique? Historic and old world or modern and shiny?

We aim to present choices across the spectrum but there are many hundreds of places to stay and not room to feature them all. Do speak to your Bon Voyage travel consultant and click the video for our take on this important topic.

We would rate the Bellagio as one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. Fabulous, glitzy, exciting. We loved having breakfast at the poolside café... one of our best experiences ever. If it hadn't been for you we wouldn't have had the suite or cabana and we loved them. We both agreed that the hotel was the best for us and you had suggested that so well done!
Leonore & Mike Rumford

Hilton Garden Inn

The lodge at the Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Amarillo has an exquisite Victorian decor with stately cathedral ceilings enhanced with the Bose Sound System and beautiful art work.....