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DID YOU KNOW THERE’S AN EXACT REPLICA OF THE OVAL OFFICE IN TEXAS?! PLUS, A 15-ACRE PARK, CAFE, AND MULTIPLE MUSEUM EXHIBITS! We have the perfect Dallas day-cation idea for the whole family at @TheBushCenter ! It’s open 362 days a year and is an ideal place to bring the whole family over Holiday break! A DAY AT THE BUSH CENTER 🖼️Learn about the American presidency through the lens of the 43rd president, George W. Bush. Each area of the museum is filled with interactive installations that showcase the events and decisions that shaped his presidency and defined the era! 🇺🇲Explore their current special exhibit, Freedom Matters, which celebrates the values of freedom and democracy with interactive exhibits, and rare artifacts like a 14th-century copy of the Magna Carta and a handwritten note by Abraham Lincoln arguing against slavery. 🖊️Step inside an exact replica of the Oval Office, where you can sit behind the Resolute Desk and have your photo taken by a professional photographer! Everything down to the photo frames and the rug is exactly how it was during President George W. Bush’s administration. 🥪Cafe 43, named in honor of the 43rd President of the United States is a Texas-influenced restaurant that offers locally-sourced, organic dishes that change seasonally. Dine inside or on their terrace overlooking the park! 🌿Take a stroll in their 15-acre park that truly feels a hidden gem in the city! The Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park is open daily from sunrise to sunset with a network of paths that take visitors through native Texas environments. BECOME A MEMBER Become a member and get access to not only the George W. Bush Presidential Museum but complimentary admission to all Presidential Libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration, including the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station! Plus, members get exclusive access to events throughout the year! 📍Open 362 days a year, find them at 2943 SMU Boulevard! Thank you to @thebushcenter for sponsoring this post.

ESCAPE TO A LITTLE SLICE OF TUSCANY IN TEXAS AT THIS STUNNING LUXURY BOUTIQUE RESORT IN THE HILL COUNTRY! Looking for your next getaway? Just 50 minutes from Austin, @thevineyardatflorence transports you to the hills of Tuscany with their fabulous boutique resort stays, vineyard tours + tastings, and farm to table restaurant! TUSCANY IN TEXAS The Vineyard at Florence is a luxurious boutique hotel with everything you need for the perfect escape. They started solely as a vineyard, drawing inspo from Tuscany and by request of frequent visitors, they expanded to what they are now: a hotel, restaurant, spa, vineyard, and event space. The 600 acre grounds are truly stunning and make for the most peaceful escape! Fun fact: The main building, Villa Firenze, was originally built in New York in 1850 and carefully transported to where it resides now in Florence, Texas. THE RESORT Check into one of their 20 stunning private rooms with panoramic views of the vineyards, or enjoy one of the private suits nestled in the hill. They also have a 5 bedroom Villa, perfect for larger groups! On the property you’ll fine plenty of areas to relax and enjoy from the pool to the tree covered patios with fire pits and more! FARMERS COMMONS Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at their on-site farm-to-table restaurant! The quaint spot offers elevated comfort food that blends locally sourced ingredients from all over Texas with global cuisine. They use the freshest seasonal ingredients and incorporate them in a modern refined way! Tag your getaway crew and make your plans to experience this little slice of Tuscany in Texas!

THIS TEXAS TOWN FEELS LIKE A HALLMARK CHRISTMAS MOVIE! We know everything is bigger in Texas, but College Station takes that to the next level with their holiday festivities! With the biggest Christmas attraction in Texas, holiday events like gingerbread build-offs & more, it is one of the best holiday destinations! SANTA’S WONDERLAND @santaswonderland is the ultimate Christmas amusement park and legitimately has it all when it comes to holiday fun! It’s the biggest Christmas attraction in the state of Texas with everything from snow tubing to ice skating, hayrides and more, you could never be bored here! Plus, a majority of the attractions come at no extra cost! Come be festive with: 🧊 Frostbite’s Merry-Go-Round + Snow Playground 🎅 Texas Santa Meet & Greet ✨ Trail of Lights 🚂 West Pole Express Train Depot 🐴 Santa’s Barnyard + Rodeo 📸 Photo Opps + Live Performances 🌲 & more! HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS + DINING Outside the wonderland, the city of College Station seriously goes all out! From local restaurants to Century Square decked out in festive cheer, it truly feels like you just stepped into a Hallmark movie! And we rounded up a list of our must do’s around town: 🔥 Book your stay at @cavalrycourt & cozy up next to a fire pit before bed 🥩 Enjoy dinner + drinks at @portersdiningbar 🍿 Watch The Santa Claus in Century Square (Dec. 19) 🛒 Hit the local shops & boutiques for holiday shopping 🍳 Brunch at @stellasbiscuits PLAN YOUR TRIP There is seriously so much to do here during the holidays & luckily @visitcstx has everything you need to plan the ultimate holiday getaway! Discover all the seasonal surprises College Station has in store and soak up the special small-town Texas holiday spirit. Grab your warmest sweater, bring your holiday joy, and get ready for a getaway that’s as big and bright as Texas itself!

*giveaway below* 🎁 12 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS DAY 11: WIN A TWO-NIGHT STAY IN FREDERICKSBURG + WINE TASTING AND CHARCUTERIE FOR TWO! On Day 11 of our 12 Days of Giveaways, we’re so excited to partner with Featherstone Ranch Vineyards to offer the ultimate wine lover’s escape! Nestled just minutes from the wine capital of Texas, aka Fredericksburg, this ranch is the perfect spot to unwind, relax, and enjoy delicious wines! ABOUT THE FAMILY-OWNED VINEYARDS Featherstone Ranch Vineyards is a family-owned winery and working ranch located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. This spot feels like a hidden gem, tucked away with insane views that stretch for miles. We can’t think of a better place to sip 100% Texas wine while watching the sunset over the rolling hills. And if you’re lucky, you can even meet and feed some of the ranch’s adorable Belted Galloway cows, which look like little Oreos because of their black and white fur pattern! STAY AT THE CASITAS The best part? The vineyard has eight charming, private casitas on the property, just a short walk from the winery! Each one features a private porch and modern amenities like spacious showers, coffee bars, and more! Plus, they offer food and wine to go from the winery, so you enjoy a picnic on your porch or a quiet dinner in the comfort of your casita! WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE GIVEAWAY 🍇 A two-night stay in one of Featherstone Ranch’s cozy casitas 🍷 A wine tasting for two at the Featherstone Ranch tasting room (during working hours) 🧀 A curated charcuterie board during the wine tasting HOW TO ENTER 1. Follow @FeatherstoneRanchVineyards , @Dallasites101 , @Austinites101 , and @texans101__ 2. Tag the person you’d bring with you (each tag counts as an entry)! 3. Winners for all giveaways will be chosen and announced on 12/26 via this account only and will be tagged in the caption!

10 COZY A-FRAME CABINS FOR A WEEKEND GETAWAY IN TEXAS! There’s just something about an A-frame cabin and we can’t think of anything better than a cozy escape at one of these 10 unique stays! Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a relaxing day trip, or a fun weekend with the fam, we’ve got you covered! @THETXCOLLECTIVE Thoughtfully designed 3-story A-frame in the Hill Country nestled on a bluff above the Blanco River. Enjoy a private plunge pool/hot tub, fire pit, stunning decor and more! 📍Wimberley @STARDUSTBIGBEND Brand new A-frame cabins right outside Big Bend National Park. Stay amongst nature under one of the darkest skies in the U.S with luxury amenities at this 9 acre property! 📍Terlingua @AFRAMERANCH Stunning 17 acre property with 8 A-frame cabins to choose from! Cabin amenities include private deck, stock tank pool, private soaking tub and more! 📍Fredericksburg @HONEYTREEFBG Stay in Blue Sage No.2, a floating A-frame situated 10 feet over a dry creek bed with all glass windows and stunning Hill Country views! 📍Frederickburg @GHOSTOAKRANCHFBG A-frame located on acreage with free-range cattle, deer and more! Enjoy all glass windows with breathtaking views, a cowboy plunge pool, all just 10 minutes from Main Street Fredericksburg. 📍Frederickburg @THERETREATONTHEHILL A unique clamping resort with several A-frames on the property. Immerse yourself in nature with luxury amenities and stunning 360 views of Texas Hill Country! 📍Marble Falls @COZYAFCABIN Gorgeous A-frame just 30 minutes from Austin that sleeps up to 5 guests and is located just off the Pedernales River. 📍Spicewood @CAMPFIMFO Tiny A-frame cabins for 2 at both Camp Fimfo locations in Waco and the Hill Country! 📍Waco & New Braunfels @GRUENELAKECABINS A Hill Country resort with lakeside A-frame cabins, fishing ponds, swimming pools, a mercantile store and more just minutes from Downtown Gruene! 📍New Braunfels @LIVEOAKLAKE 7 modernized A-frames right on the water just 10 minutes from downtown Waco! Complete with your own private hot tub and fire pit for the cozies stay! 📍Waco

12 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS DAY 8: WIN A TWO-NIGHT STAY AT THIS WESTERN TOWN, JUST OVER AN HOUR FROM DALLAS Day eight of our 12 Days of Giveaways features the ultimate retreat for the whole family or friend group, just an hour and a half outside of DFW! @TexasTombstone2022 is its own Western style town, with a saloon, jail, movie theater, and so much more! TEXAS TOMBSTONE Escape to this unique East Texas ranch getaway where you can stay in an entire town with 5 themed buildings, all with bedrooms and private bathrooms! Have drinks in a saloon, or a movie night in the theater, there’s truly something for everyone! This is a dream vacation spot for families with kids as their imagination can truly run free as they play pretend in an old Western town. SALOON The 2-story saloon is where the party is! With a full bar, shuffleboard, bunk bed room, pool table, TV’s and a kitchen in the back! GENERAL STORE The general store is stocked with the goods you probably forgot to pack, like toiletries but also complimentary drinks, snacks, and ice cream to enjoy during your stay! BANK The bank has an old-timey teller window, gold chocolate coins, and some cozy couches for relaxing! JAIL The jail building is sure to make lasting memories, with its own sheriff’s desk, it’s one of the most unique stays we’ve seen! THEATER Watch a movie in the theater on a huge TV, with a popcorn machine, skee ball, and more! OTHER AMENITIES 🏊Pool & hot tub 🔥Outdoor fireplace, kitchen, & bar 🏐Volleyball court ⛳Putt putt green WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE GIVEAWAY A two-night stay at any of @TexasTombstone2022 for up to 12 people! *exclusions: 2 free off-season/weekday/non-holiday/non-event nights are included. Cleaning costs are not included with the prize package. Winner must book and stay by 12/31/2025 HOW TO ENTER 1. Follow @TexasTombstone2022 , @Fortworthians101_ , @Texans101__ , and @Dallasites101 2. Tag who you’re bringing with you (each tag is an entry)! 3. Winners for all giveaways will be chosen and announced on 12/26 via this account only and will be tagged in the caption!

ENTER FOR CHANCE TO WIN A $1000 FLIGHT CREDIT WITH AMERICAN AIRLINES! Now’s your chance to plan your dream getaway in 2025! We’re giving you the opportunity to win a $1,000 flight credit for American Airlines. Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure or a spontaneous escape, the skies are calling! Enter below for your chance to win and take off on your next great journey!     To enter:   1. Follow @drink.ryde & @texans101__ 2. Like the Instagram post regarding this Giveaway at @dallasites101 , @austinites101 , @texans101__ , or @fortworthians101_ 3. Comment on this post and tag your friends (1 tag = 1 entry, unlimited entries)      Entry period ends on December 26, 2024 at 11:59:59 PM ET. Odds of Winning depend on the number of eligible entries received prior to such time.    ___________________________________________________      Open only to Texas residents 18+. Enter on the @dallasites101 , @austinites101 , @texans101__ , or @fortworthians101_ social channels where the contest appears between 12:00:01 am ET on 12/7/24 to 11:59:59 pm ET on 12/26/24.   The prize includes one (1) $1,000 Gift Card for American Airlines. Does not include any other travel expenses. ARV $1,000 USD. Limit 1 prize. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited.   For complete details, see Official Rules and prize details in our link in bio or at /links-rydegiveaway. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, Instagram or American Airlines. [Sponsor: Ryde USA. Administrator: 101 Media]

10 PLACES TO SEE FALL FOLIAGE IN TEXAS! This year, fall foliage arrived fashionably late, thanks to high temperatures. Across the state, landscapes are now bursting with vibrant colors & there’s still time to catch these stunning autumn hues, but don’t wait—they won’t last long! Check out this guide & save it for next year, so you can start planning your fall foliage adventures early. LOST MAPLES STATE NATURAL AREA Arguably the best place in Texas to see fall foliage! The Big Toothed Maples are stunning when they start turning bright red, orange & yellow.  📍Vanderpool JAPANESE GARDENS AT FWBG (pictured in the video) The best place in DFW for fall colors that feels like another world during peak foliage! 7.5 acres filled with cherry trees, Japanese maples & magnolias! 📍Fort Worth GUADALUPE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK A spectacular fall foliage display, especially in McKittrick Canyon, often called the “most beautiful spot in Texas.” 📍Dell City CADDO LAKE STATE PARK The lakes cypress swamps draped in Spanish moss, turn gorgeous colors, creating a stunning reflection on the park’ waterways. 📍Karnack 
MCKINNEY FALLS STATE PARK The park’s lush trails wind through oak & sycamore trees, which showcase their autumn colors against the park’s Upper & Lower Falls. 📍Austin
  GARNER STATE PARK The towering cypress & oak trees along the Frio River create a stunning contrast against the limestone cliffs & clear waters. 📍Concan  
BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK The Chisos Mountains come alive with vibrant hues as oaks, maples & cottonwoods contrast beautifully with the park’s desert terrain. 📍Terlingua 
TYLER STATE PARK The park’s towering pines & hardwoods burst into vibrant fall colors! The scenic trails offer picturesque views of the colorful forest surrounding the clear waters of the park’s lake. 📍Tyler   LAKE BOB SANDLIN STATE PARK Heading up to the Northeast region means massive trees & dense woods! The tranquil waters of the park mirror the vibrant fall colors, creating a gorgeous setting! 📍Pittsburg DAINGERFIELD STATE PARK Explore the pineywoods with trails & lakeside picnic spots that provide perfect opportunities to soak in the fall colors 📍Daingerfield

THE LARGEST LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE IN TEXAS IS IN FORT WORTH! A massive 6 story live Christmas tree is illuminated in the center of Fort Worth’s @sundancesquare and is the tallest in Texas! Come see the festive tree and explore our favorite spots in the area while you’re there! ABOUT THE TREE The 82-foot Norway Spruce traveled all the way from Michigan to Fort Worth for the 2024 holiday season and is a sight to see! Not only is it the tallest live tree in Texas but it’s even 8 feet taller than the tree in New York’s Rockefeller Center! It’s covered in massive colorful hand painted ornaments made by more than 250 local artists! 
GUIDE TO SUNDANCE SQUARE While you’re there seeing the tree, explore the area and enjoy some of our favorite things to do in Sundance Square below: ✨Live music in the plaza every wed-sun 7-10PM ✨See the nutcracker at @basshall ✨Underground jazz lounge @scatjazzlounge ✨Delicious seafood at @waterstexas ✨Cocktails at Refinery 714 atop the @theharperfortworth ✨Swanky steakhouse vibes at @wickedbutcher ✨Shop wearable art at @herstorygallerytx Tag your holiday crew and make your plans to see the largest live Christmas tree in Texas!

🎁 12 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS DAY 6: WIN A TWO-NIGHT STAY AT A PRIVATE, SCANDINAVIAN-INSPIRED CABIN IN WACO! Anyone looking for a secluded, romantic getaway or an intimate group trip? On Day 6 of our 12 Days of Giveaways, we are so excited to introduce the stunning @LiveOakLake property, just 10 minutes from downtown Waco and 1.5 hours from DFW! ABOUT THE BEAUTIFUL A-FRAME CABINS If you’ve been dreaming of a cozy, cabin getaway, these Scandinavian-inspired cabins are the perfect way to unplug. With seven stunning A-frame cabins ranging from 500 to 750 sq ft, each one is designed with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake, an open-concept living and dining space, and a charming kitchen tucked in the back. Step outside into the backyard twinkling with hanging lights, setting the perfect mood as you grill, roast s’mores, and take in the stunning lake views. ACTIVITIES Head to the Water’s Edge commons area complete with a fishing dock, kayaks, outdoor dining, and a fire pit patio available to all guests. If you want to head off the property, Homestead Craft Village, Magnolia, Cameron Park, or Waco Mammoth Monument are great options! WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE GIVEAWAY 🌲 A two-night stay at one of Live Oak Lakes cabins HOW TO ENTER 1. Follow @LiveOakLake , @Dallasites101 , @Austinites101 , and @Texans101__ 2. Tag who you’re bringing with you (each tag is an entry)! 3. Winners for all giveaways will be chosen and announced on 12/26 via this account only and will be tagged in the caption!

WATCH THE WORLD’S ONLY TWICE DAILY CATTLE DRIVE IN THE FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS! Head to the Fort Worth Stockyards for the ultimate Texas experience and a true glimpse at Fort Worth’s cowboy culture 🤠 The world’s only twice daily cattle drive takes place every day and is a must-see! HISTORY OF THE CATTLE DRIVE Fort Worth was the last stop on the famous Chisholm Trail, the main trail drovers would take driving cattle from Texas to Kansas. It was the last chance drovers and cowboys would have to buy supplies and enjoy civilization before heading into Indian Territory and many miles of tough terrain. Between 1866 and 1890 over four million head of cattle were driven through Fort Worth on Texas cattle drives that the city became referred to as “Cowtown.” Today the city of Fort Worth has its own herd of Texas Longhorns, one for each decade of Fort Worth’s 170-year history and the cattle drive is done daily to preserve its heritage! WHEN & WHERE The cattle drive is presented by the @fortworthherd and takes place every single day (weather permitting) at 11:30 am and 4 pm on East Exchange Avenue in the Historic Stockyards! The best place to view the the drive is from the sidewalks in front of the Livestock Exchange Building located at 131 East Exchange Avenue. Only in Fort Worth will you find Longhorns casually strolling through the streets in the middle of the day! It’s pretty cool to see and always makes us appreciate our Texas roots!!

🎁 12 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS DAY 2: WIN A TWO-NIGHT STAY AT ANY OF BROKEN BOW VACAY’S INSANE, BUCKET-LIST CABINS! Day two of our 12 Days of Giveaways features the ultimate retreat just 3 hours from DFW with @BrokenBowVacay ‘s breathtaking cabins! Each one promises a bucket-list experience, including a 3-story indoor slide, a treehouse, and a movie room under the stars! All the giveaway details can be found below! CABINS TO CHOOSE FROM Chutes N Stars: This epic stay boasts amenities like a cinema room under the stars, a rooftop hot tub, and themed rooms that sleep up to 32 guests! Plus, there are slides and games galore! The Lookout: Ideal for families, this mid-size cabin sleeps 11 and features indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a hot tub, and a kids’ playroom. Ziplining and horseback riding are nearby, too! Treehouse: This intimate 1-bed honeymoon suite for two offers luxury and seclusion. Highlights include a cozy living area with a fireplace, an oversized bathroom with a copper tub, and a porch built around a tree with an outdoor swinging bed! WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE GIVEAWAY A two-night stay at any of @BrokenBowVacay ’s cabin line, *exclusions apply: 🌟 Chutes N Stars 🪵 The Lookout 🌲 Treehouse *exclusions: 2 free off-season/weekday/non-holiday/non-event nights are included. Prize is non-transferrable and must be 25 to rent the cabin with a valid CC on file. Pet fees are additional. Prize value is not redeemable for cash. Both nights are for a one-time consecutive stay. Excessive cleaning costs are not included with the prize package. Winner must book and stay by 12/31/2025 HOW TO ENTER 1. Follow @BrokenBowVacay , @Fortworthians101_ , @Texans101__ , @Austinites101 , and @Dallasites101 2. Tag who you’re bringing with you (each tag is an entry)! 3. Winners for all giveaways will be chosen and announced on 12/26 via this account only and will be tagged in the caption!