Day Trips
Mandola Estate Winery pairs handmade Italian-style wines with a Texas accent to an Old World-style Italian market and restaurant
Day Trips
Gerald E. McLeod has covered the world of Texas travel from Amarillo to Zapata and beyond for his "Day Trips" column for more than 25 years.
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Gerald E. McLeod, Dec. 1, 2006
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Christmas-light displays are one of the many holiday traditions that all ages seem to enjoy with equal enthusiasm
Gerald E. McLeod, Nov. 24, 2006
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The real Flags of Our Fathers rests in Harlingen
Gerald E. McLeod, Nov. 17, 2006
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Twister Alley is an art gallery of mobiles, pinwheels, and windmills created by craftsman Don Taylor
Gerald E. McLeod, Nov. 10, 2006
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Visiting the Mt. Blanco Museum is a must for all dinosaur lovers
Gerald E. McLeod, Nov. 3, 2006
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Wanna see some ghosts? Galveston is the town for you.
Gerald E. McLeod, Oct. 27, 2006
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The Atkinson Candy Company of Lufkin still makes its delicious Chick-O-Sticks and Peanut Butter Bars the same way Grandpa did back in 1932
Gerald E. McLeod, Oct. 20, 2006
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The Millie Bush Bark Park on the west side of Houston is the best leash-free dog park in Texas
Gerald E. McLeod, Oct. 13, 2006
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The Waco Mammoth Site tells an amazing story of the prehistoric elephant's natural parenting instincts
Gerald E. McLeod, Oct. 6, 2006
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The San Jacinto Monument has reopened its observation deck to the public, offering a beautiful view of the Houston skyline and the battlefield where Texas won its independence
Gerald E. McLeod, Sept. 29, 2006
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The Tower of the Americas shoots 750 feet into the air and has helped to establish San Antone as a desired tourist destination
Gerald E. McLeod, Sept. 22, 2006
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The Texas Seaport Museum in Galveston hosts Texas' official tall ship, the 'Elissa'
Gerald E. McLeod, Sept. 15, 2006
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Carlos Cortés continues the family tradition of making beautiful art out of concrete structures that appear to be made of wood
Gerald E. McLeod, Sept. 8, 2006
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When discussing the finest cuisine in Central Texas, barbecue has to top the list
Gerald E. McLeod, Sept. 1, 2006
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The Turkey Shop Smokin' Cafe in Abbott is back and cookin'
Gerald E. McLeod, Aug. 25, 2006
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The Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden is just one of many reasons to visit Lampasas
Gerald E. McLeod, Aug. 18, 2006
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Looking for a nice B&B in Chicago with a terrific porch? Try the Benedictine Bed & Breakfast.
Gerald E. McLeod, Aug. 11, 2006
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The XIT Ranch was to Texas ranches what Dell Inc. is to computer manufacturers
Gerald E. McLeod, Aug. 4, 2006
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Perini Ranch Steakhouse serves up what must be one of the best steaks in a state known for its beefsteaks
Gerald E. McLeod, July 28, 2006
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The Rio Chama is a beautiful day-trip destination in nearby New Mexico
Gerald E. McLeod, July 21, 2006
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The Robert E. Howard Museum in Cross Plains modestly holds the story of the creator of 'Conan the Barbarian' like a thin-shelled egg
Gerald E. McLeod, July 14, 2006
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'Day Trips' visits Paris, France
Gerald E. McLeod, July 7, 2006
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Aloe King: Soothing the Lower Rio Grande Valley for four decades
Gerald E. McLeod, June 30, 2006
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Tolbert's Restaurant in Grapevine knows chili
Gerald E. McLeod, June 23, 2006
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Col. Charles Goodnight's home and all of his many accomplishments are being remembered and restored by the Armstrong County Museum and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Gerald E. McLeod, June 16, 2006
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McKinney recycles an aging courthouse making a performing arts center
Gerald E. McLeod, June 9, 2006
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Gerald E. McLeod, June 2, 2006
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The sleepy Texas town of McMahan is for sale and $215,000 gets you the whole kit and caboodle
Gerald E. McLeod, May 26, 2006
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The Cockroach Hall of Fame Museum in Plano offers all things buggy, if you've got the stomach for it
Gerald E. McLeod, May 19, 2006
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The Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin houses nearly 800 animals representing every continent except Antarctica
