If there is one State I have always wanted to visit, it is the State of Texas. So I should have known I would be drawn to blogs discussing the Lone Star State. That is why I am excited to welcome Becca from RWeThereYetMom to highlight some of the terrific benefits within her home State.

Texas, ah, how I love thee.  I don’t think you can come cross a Texan who doesn’t love their state. We love our land, our culture, our history, our food…so what if we are known for our big hair and our even bigger attitudes, Texas is best in our minds.

And maybe it is a pride thing…or simply a state of mind. Regardless, if you haven’t been to Texas, here are 4 reasons you should plan a trip soon!

1. Land: Texas is the 2nd largest state (only behind Alaska). Within those 268,000 square miles, there lies some very different regions. From the Gulf Coast waters, giving us fun beaches to play on, to the gorgeous Hill Country with rolling hills for miles. The East Texas Swamps and Piney Woods to the flat, desolate West Texas miles – driving across our state will make you think you have driving through 4 different countries.

I personally love our Texas Hill Country.  Covered in wildflowers in the spring and filled with boaters during the summer, many Texas escape to the hills for fun. Where else could you find this amazing monolith, uniquely named for it’s windy whispers? Enchanted Rock is a popular destination that one can enjoy all year round!

2. Culture: I’m guessing the first thing that pops into your head when I say “Texas” is cowboys…am I right? Ok, so we do host the world’s largest Rodeo each winter in Houston…

But when I say culture, I’m talking about the vibrant music scene in Austin…otherwise know as the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin boasts more music venues per capita than any other city. But not just music, Austin is filled with amazing film & art opportunities. One of our favorite “art museum” lies just south of downtown Austin at the Cathedral of Junk – 2 tons of donated junk built into a 3 story structure you can explore – yes, we call it art!

3. Food: Nothing beats the food in Texas – ok, maybe I’m a little biased. While every region has their own type of BBQ, nothing tastes quite like a good smoked Texas Brisket. There is an influx of BBQ restaurants to try – but none that have a better story behind it than The Salt Lick, located in Dripping Springs, Texas.

Texas also has amazing Mexican food, or what we loving refer to as “Tex-Mex” – heavy on the melty cheese, meat, beans, and spices. Some more popular Tex-Mex inventions are the chili con carne, chili con queso, fajitas, and nachos. You’re welcome!

4. History: We Texans are so very proud of our history and no story explains our pride better than the Battle of the Alamo – a 12 day stand off with fewer than 100 Texans fighting a 1500-men strong Mexican Army, we lost the battle, however, it inspired many a Texan to “Remember the Alamo” and help defeat the Mexican army later that year.

We all remember the Alamo, and you can too by visiting it in San Antonio – it has become one of the world’s most visited shrines.

Lastly, please remember that Everything is Bigger in Texas! That includes our tourist spots, our pride, and our attitudes. But please don’t let that stop you from coming on down and visiting! We’d love to see ya!

Rebecca, momma of 3 sassy Texas kiddos, writes a blog dedicated to family travel at R We There Yet Mom?. Although she swears she is not crafty, this momma never lacks in creativity and enthusiasm – her ultimate goal is making exceptional memories for her family. Follow her memory making at R We There Yet Mom?, on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.