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Travel Guides
U.S./International | Texas

U.S./International

All Things Las Vegas - Put out by folks at the University of Las Vegas, this site covers shows, shopping, gambling, relocating, and more.

Arthur Frommer’s Outspoken Encyclopedia of Travel - Updated daily, this site offers the cost-conscious or special needs traveler unusual vacation ideas.

Art and Crafts Shows - Lists arts & crafts shows, festivals, or fairs for the upcoming twelve months. It is searchable by date, city, state or region.

Concierge.com - The online home of Conde Nast Traveler, this site offers articles, travel bargains, consumer help, maps, driving directions, airport and airline guide, and a currency calculator.

Fodor’s - Create your own miniguide to any of nearly 100 destinations, search hotels and restaurant indices, or visit the Forums or the Resource Center.

Go-New York City.com - Attractions, hotel discounts, theater, shopping, restaurants, tours, and much more.

Island Connoisseur - This gateway to the Caribbean covers shopping destinations, travel services, news & weather, and much more.

The Lonely Planet - Search by Region, country, city, or by clickable map to locate detailed travel information.

Mexico Online

Rick Steve’s Europe Through the Back Door - Known for his travel guidebooks and PBS television show, Steve makes planning your European trip fun and easy.

Tourism Offices Worldwide Directory - Contact information for official government tourism offices and similar agencies around the world.

Texas

Texas Monthly.com - Choose major cities or regions to find restaurant reviews, event listings, points of interest, area day trips and more.

Texas Highways Online - The travel magazine of Texas includes an events calendar that includes descriptions of each attraction and contact information.

Texas Parks & Wildlife - State parks and historic sites, outdoor activities, Texas hunting licenses & regulations. You can make park reservations online.

TravelTex.com - Customize your itinerary with maps, lodging, campground and event listing for a selected destination. You can order the free Texas State Travel Guide.

Historical Travel

Outdoor Recreation

Go Camping America! - The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds produces this site that lists facilities in the United States.

Great Outdoor Recreation Page (GORP) - Links to worldwide parks, forests, wilderness and wildlife areas, recreational/shore areas, monuments, historic sites, and every type of outdoor recreation.

National Park Service - National parks and monuments, historical sites, natural resources and more.

Recreation.Gov - Search by state, activity or agency to locate recreational opportunities on federal lands.

Theme Parks

Yahoo! Entertainment: Amusement and Theme Parks

Unusual Travel

Best Beaches in the USA - These beaches are rated based on the research done by Dr. Stephen Leatherman, Director of the Laboratory for Coastal Research, University of Maryland.

Roadsideamerica.com - Based on the book of the same name, this site chronicles unusual and unique tourist attractions across America.

Specialty Travel Online - Comprehensive site of unusual adventures searchable by either geographical or interest/activity indices.

Special Travelers

Access-Able Travel Source - Besides featuring tours that provide special equipment, this site covers accessible accommodations, transportation, attractions and equipment rental and repair by city, state or country.

Global Access - This network offers featured trips, information on accessible camping in Europe, tips & resources, disability travel links, and more.

International Gay Travel Association - This site promises to serve all the corporate and leisure needs of the gay and lesbian communities worldwide.

Safety Tips: Taking You Pet Along - Created by the American Veterinary Medical Association, this site offers information about traveling with your pet. It includes various modes of transportation, necessary precautions, and other helpful hints.

Traveldog.com - Provides listings of pet-friendly accommodations, dog daycares, parks & beaches, and travel tips.