Experience the history of commercial aviation. This exciting establishment acquaints visitors with American Airlines, from its humble beginnings through five eras of flight. Activities include interactive displays, video presentations, hands-on exhibits, a large screen movie presentation and other educational, flight-related activities. Housed in a glass hangar, a restored 1940s DC-3, the Flagship Knoxville, welcomes visitors. Superb gift shop.

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Country Music’s Club of the Year. Open daily-families welcome. Entertainment nightly with the biggest stars in country music and live pro bullriding every weekend. Convention and private party facilities. www.billybobstexas.com.

Click here to download coupon for Billy Bob’s before your next trip!

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See billions of dollars at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s (BEP) state-of-
the-art Tour and Visitor Center located in Fort Worth, Texas. As the U.S.
Government’s security printer, the BEP is responsible for the design, engraving,
and printing of all U.S. paper currency. Over half of the nation’s currency order is
produced in Fort Worth. Visitors have the opportunity to walk through two floors
of interactive exhibits and displays, view the high-definition theater movie, take a
free guided tour on the elevated tour walkway, and purchase uncut currency and
souvenir items in the Moneyfactory Gift Shop.

The first level of the visitor center showcases exhibits and displays dedicated to
the history of U.S. paper currency and the history of the BEP, both in Fort Worth
and Washington D.C. Also featured on the first level is a recently restored, fully
operational, turn-of-the-century spider press as is a fully stocked engraver’s work
bench. Both the press and the bench are utilized for special events to give
visitors an insight into both Intaglio printing and the engraving process. Additions
to the first level are a display which allows visitors to touch engraved plates, a
million dollar “Do The Math” display, and a graduated “tower” of shredded
currency entitled “How Tall Are You Worth?” While on the first level, guests may
shop at the Moneyfactory Gift Shop.

A quick trip by elevator or escalator transports the visitor to the second level of
exhibits and displays. The theater is the first stop where “The Buck Starts Here,”
a high-definition, 14-minute educational film on the production of currency is
shown. Coming out of the theater, guests receive a guided tour on the quarter-
mile long elevated walkway overlooking the currency production floor. Upon
finishing the guided tour, visitors can interact with exhibits highlighting each
section of currency production. Exhibits provide information on Platemaking and
Engraving, and continue with Offset, Intaglio Plate Printing, Mechanical
Examination, and COPE Operations, and end with Packaging Operations.
Continuously looped worker videos give the visitor an opportunity to see
interviews with production employees and see the sights and hear the sounds of
the production floor. A giant $20 bill turns on sequentially in the order of the
production process, beginning with the paper layer. Text and photo panels give
details about the paper and ink used and the roles of the electro-machinists and
management control. A mutilated currency redemption area on the west end of
the second level provides visitors with information about what is involved in the
redemption of mutilated currency.

Getting to the Tour and Visitor Center is easy. Guests are transported from the
Transfer Station on Blue Mound Road to the Visitor Center on a shuttle.

The Tour and Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday, excluding Federal
holidays, as follows:

Hours of Operation: August to May
Tours
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Public and Group Tours
Visitor Center
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Hours of Operation: June to July
Tours
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Public and Group Tours
Visitor Center
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Tours are available in American Sign Language and Spanish upon request.
Assisted listening devices are on-hand for use in the theater by the hearing-
impaired as are audio description wands for the exhibits and displays to assist
the sight-impaired. Wheelchairs are also available. The Bureau of Engraving
and Printing is a secure facility; all visitors, including children, are required to
pass through security screening. Cameras, video equipment, tape recorders, cell
phones, food and drinks are not permitted on the premises. The free, 45-minute
tours may be arranged by calling the tour scheduler at (817) 231-4000 in the
Dallas-Ft. Worth area or toll-free at (866) 865-1194 (For either line, press 2 to
speak directly with the tour scheduler).

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More than 30 restored aircraft spanning WWI through Vietnam era. Open Monday through Saturday 9 am – 5 pm, Sundays 11 am – 5 pm. Admission $8.00, children 6-12 years. $4.00, ages under 5 free.

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Come see the “greatest hits” of the sea at the Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park. Kids will love viewing sharks, jellyfish, eels, rays, piranhas, turtles, clown fish, and other species from popular movies and books. The child-friendly design offers interactive exhibits for hands-on exploration, with a Coastal touch pool filled with horseshoe crabs, sea stars, sea urchins, anemones, and other creatures. Venture to the outdoor pavilion to visit Stingray Bay, where guests can feed and interact with cownose rays and small bamboo sharks in a touch pool. Nearby, they can watch Southern stingrays and zebra, bonnethead, and other sharks swimming in a larger pool.

The Aquarium offers daily feeding demonstrations at 2:30 p.m. Guests can feed animals in Stingray Bay daily. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for children 3 to 11, and free for children age 2 and younger. The Aquarium is located at 1462 First Ave. in the shadow of the Texas Star Ferris wheel. For more information, please call (469) 554-7340 or visit www.ChildrensAquariumAtFairPark.com

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Cowboys Stadium is the largest, most technologically advanced entertainment venue in the world. Designed by HKS and built by Manhattan Construction, the $1.2 billion stadium features two monumental arches, the world’s largest HDTV video board, an expansive retractable roof and the largest retractable end zone doors in the world. Features of the stadium include seating for 80,000 and expandable to 100,000, over 320 luxury suites, club seating on multiple levels, an amazing collection of contemporary art and the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop, open to the public year round.

In addition to being the new home of the Dallas Cowboys, the stadium will host the 2011 Super Bowl, the 2010 NBA All-Star Game and the 2014 NCAA men’s basketball Final Four as well as high school and college football, concerts and special events.

Public tours are offered at Cowboys Stadium and destinations include the Pro Shop, Press Box, Scoreboard Control Room, a suite, the Silver Level platform, the Player Interview Room and limited field access. There are two great stadium tours from which to choose:

The 1st tour option is a* Premium All-Access VIP Tour*. This experience is not like any other and can only be had here at Cowboys Stadium. This tour includes:

• The Event Level (DCC Locker room, Cowboy’s Locker Room, Field, etc.)
• Private Clubs
• The Dr. Pepper Star Bar
• Cotton Bowl offices
• Amazing suites
  The tour involves approximately an hour and a half tour of everything behind the scenes of the Cowboy’s Stadium. You get your own personal tour guide to explain all the secrets about the behind the scenes action at Cowboys Stadium as well as a 6×8 photo on the Star!

Our 2nd option is the Self-Guided Tour. This tour will include free rein to the following 5 stops in Cowboys Stadium:

• Post Game Interview Room
• Miller Lite Club
• Cowboys Locker Room
• Cowboys Cheerleader Locker Room
• Field

3rd Option is the Art Tour
One of the most unique features of Cowboys Stadium is its collection of museum quality contemporary art, which wonderfully enhances the iconic architecture of the building. Art enthusiasts and sports fans alike can expect to be dramatically impressed by the intellectually penetrating works of these esteemed artists. Throughout the tour, you will explore may different areas of the stadium including the Main Concourse and club locations to see these monumental pieces. We offer two types of art tours:

• Audio Art Tour (download their free app)
• Guided Art Tour

Tour availability:

Monday – Saturday 10am to 6pm (last tour departs at 4:30)
Sunday 12pm to 5pm (last tour departs at 3:30)
*Special accommodations can be made for large groups to attend after hours

Art Tour Times
Guided: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00am, 12:00pm and 2:00pm
Audio: Mondays and Wednesday at 10:00am, 12:00pm and 2:00pm

FOR GROUPS OF 20 MORE PLEASE CALL 817-892-8688. For more information please visit our tour website

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Dallas Heritage Village is home to the largest and finest collection of 19th century pioneer and Victorian homes and commercial buildings in Texas. These buildings, moved from throughout North Central Texas to Dallas’ first city park, line the tree-shaded 20-acre setting of Dallas Heritage Village. Stroll the grounds and discover what life was like over 100 years ago for ordinary Texans.

Admission: $9/adults, $7/seniors (65+) and $5/child (ages 4-12)

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Located in the vibrant Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) ranks among the leading art institutions in the country and is distinguished by its innovative exhibitions and groundbreaking educational programs. At the heart of the Museum and its programs are its global collections, which encompass more than 24,000 works and span 5,000 years of history, representing a full range of world cultures. Established in 1903, the Museum welcomes approximately 600,000 visitors annually and acts as a catalyst for community creativity, engaging people of all ages and backgrounds with a diverse spectrum of programming, from exhibitions and lectures to concerts, literary readings and dramatic and dance presentations.

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The Dallas World Aquarium is a unique attraction and event facility in downtown Dallas, featuring aquatic exhibits from around the world, a South American rainforest and a Mundo Maya exhibit displaying animals such as Brown sharks and Jaguars, which were important to the ancient Mayan culture.

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The largest zoological experience in Texas just got bigger with the addition of Giants of the Savanna. The 11-acre habitat is home to elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, and much more. View 430+ species of wildlife throughout the Zoo, including African penguins, Asian otters, Western lowland gorillas, and a host of other exotic creatures. Feed the giraffes and the birds and don’t miss the Monorail Safari, Endangered Species Carousel, and the Lacerte Family Children’s Zoo, which features interactive play activities and a splash stream for kids of all ages.

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Located in downtown Denton and in their Historical Park, free museums focus on the history and culture of Denton County. Go to www.dentoncounty.com/chos for hours of operation.

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Eat your way through Dallas on a lunchtime walking food tour! Enough for lunch, our narrated sightseeing tours feature local food, history, and culture. Reservations required, tickets by phone or online.

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Click here to download coupon for the Omni Theater before your next trip!

Special Exhibit: Prepare to let you imagination soar as Ascent…When Dreams Defy Gravity, the newest exhibition at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, takes you up, up and away, beginning May 28, 2011.

This locally-focused aviation exhibition that presents 8,500 square feet of exciting, interactive and educational content celebrating the science and technology of flight in a way the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex has never seen.

Ascent tells the story of North Texas’s proud aviation heritage, retracing the steps of the pioneering aviators, scientists and engineers who made the region one of the world’s premiere aerospace hubs. With hands-on activities and an exclusive feature video, the exhibition explores the evolution of aircraft design and manufacturing and offers a glimpse into the future of aerospace technology.

Museum Elements

1st Floor

DinoLabs:
This exhibition features life-sized articulations of dinosaurs found in North Texas, including the Texas State Dinosaur, the Paluxysaurus jonesi. Each dinosaur is articulated as much as possible from actual fossils, rather than total reproductions of them. Guests to DinoLabs will use scientific processes to discover dinosaur fossils at field sites, analyze fossils at dinosaur biology labs, and create images of what dinosaurs looked like.

DinoDig®:
This is a large, outdoor recreation of the Jones Ranch dinosaur field site in Texas (where the Paluxysaurus jonesi was found) where guests can learn how paleontologists find fossils, document their location, carefully dig them up, and securely pack them for transportation to the lab. Guests become a “paleontologist for a day” by digging up fossils, documenting their location, and removing the fossils from the ground.

Energy Blast:
The cutting-edge, 10,000-square-foot Energy exhibition gives guests every sense of the energy story of Fort Worth and northern Texas. Rather than just tell the historical story of energy, the exhibition also tells the scientific story – the story of physics and technology.

Through state-of-the-art technologies – including a 4-D theater – and real-world experiences, school children and guests of all ages will not only see, but also hear, and feel the story of energy. The exhibition was conceived through a collaboration of top scholars, scientists, and leading exhibit and special effects designers. Energy Blast uses hands-on activities, stunning visuals, and real tools of the energy industry to create a journey through time from the first energy, to modern exploration and production technologies used today. The exhibition also looks into the future, with activities focusing on the energy challenges ahead of us.

Fort Worth Children’s Museum:
By naming this interactive gallery space the Fort Worth Children’s Museum, the Museum of Science and History pays homage to its legacy – the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History was chartered as the Children’s Museum in 1941. The entry into the new space is designed after the entryway of the original Museum – a dragon head with the mouth being the doorway. The Children’s Museum targets young children, age birth through eight and the people who care for them. Its purpose is to encourage opportunities for children to play, knowing that, at this age level, children are learning through play.

Innovation Studios/Gallery:
As a focal point of the Museum, Innovation Studios (7,600 sq. ft.) and the Innovation Gallery (4,886 sq. ft.) are located in the center of the first floor – surrounded by glass so that visitors can observe the investigative learning occurring inside. Innovation Studios comprise five interactive, illuminated spaces where guests will learn about science and history topics as they happen – from nanotechnology research to space travel. These developmentally appropriate spaces reach out to audiences age eight and older – tweens, teens, and adults.

Shop Too!:
The Museum store, Shop Too!, will be an extension of the Museum experience for our guests.

Merchandise created specifically for Shop Too! will have a direct correlation to an exhibit or program in the Museum – merchandise will change as exhibitions change. The Museum of Science and History has created our own in-house labeling system or seal of approval – the Fort Worth Museum Building Blocks and the Fort Worth Museum Learning Lantern. The “Building Blocks” is an award system for products that are geared toward young learners. The “Learning Lantern” seal is the seal for everyone else – ages eight and older.

Store merchandise includes books and DVDs, toys and games, activity kits and experiments, and much, much more!

Omni Theater – an IMAX® Dome:
The Museum of Science and History’s Omni Theater is the only structure that was saved from the previous museum. It is attached to the new building through the “Link” so guests can enter the theater directly from the Museum. This theater features the latest releases of films specially created for large format films.

The Omni Theater embodies a revolutionary concept in film presentation, which combines the drama of oversized film, state-of-the-art projection equipment, innovative tilt-domed theater architecture, and the most sophisticated production techniques to create unique cinematic experiences.

Museum School:
Since 1949, Museum School has provided unique educational experiences for nearly a quarter of million preschool and school-age children in Fort Worth. Classes offer discovery-based learning in natural history, physical science and art in settings that encourage exploration and creative expression. The new building enables the museum to continue this treasured community service in new, state-of-the-art classrooms that will meet the learning styles of future generations.

The Museum School Courtyard features a delightful sculpture titled The Happy Family, by Barrett DeBusk.

Urban Lantern:
As a beacon of learning, and as the anchor of the new building, the Urban Lantern is the structure’s iconic feature. At a height of 76 feet, the Urban Lantern serves as the main entrance to the 166,000-square foot Museum. It comprises 97, 500-pound glass panels measuring 5’7” x 5’7” each. The Lantern is illuminated using LED (light-emitting-diode) fixtures and compact fluorescent lights. The primary light color will be clear; however, the color can be changed by the Museum. There is 2,247 square feet of open space under the lantern, which can hold up to 274 individuals.

Heritage Courtyard:
Located just outside the Oak Room, the Museum’s Heritage courtyard features a beautiful Heritage Live Oak tree with a 40-foot canopy and an innovative water element. The 3,647-square-foot area, the walls of which are colored a beautiful jacaranda, also will include sitting areas.

Oak Room:
The Museum’s special event space, the Oak Room, is an elegant, contemporary 3,748-square-foot room designed to house a variety of events ranging from an educational program, awards ceremony, or fund-raising luncheon to a wedding or birthday celebration. Named for the beautiful Heritage Live Oak in the courtyard, the room is fitted with state-of-the-art equipment including a sound system, projector, and hidden screen. The room can be sized using sliding walls, to accommodate small groups or larger gatherings of up to 350 people.

Stars Café:
The new Museum features a family-friendly food court restaurant with indoor and outdoor terrace seating overlooking the Western Heritage Plaza. It will be the perfect place to take a mid-day break for lunch, discuss what’s been experienced so far, and plan out the rest of your Museum visit. Stars Café will offer five food stations including handmade sandwiches, TexMex and barbecue, Italian selections, a grill, and a station featuring pre-made items.

2nd Floor

Fort Worth History Gallery:
This 3,000 square-foot-gallery space features a changing stream of stories about the region.

Special Exhibitions Gallery:
The Museum’s 10,000 square-foot Special Exhibitions Gallery allows increased flexibility in the types of exhibitions the Museum can present. Exhibitions change approximately every three months.

Cattle Raisers Museum:
The Cattle Raisers Museum – a unique “museum within a museum” – immerses guests in the dynamic history and science of the cattle and ranching industry. It is a cooperative venture between the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Foundation. This 10,000-square-foot exhibition space is dedicated to telling the story of the Cattle Raisers Association and the history of that industry within our geographic area – Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma through fun, interactive exhibits.

Noble Planetarium:
Named for Charlie Mary Noble, the Planetarium’s live, interactive program will distinguish the Noble from all others. Audience members can ask questions while visiting the Milky Way galaxy – our home – and traveling up to 13.7 billion light years away. In addition to viewing the constellations and stars visible in the sky, guests can view the most current astronomical events of the day.

The Noble Planetarium features the first Zeiss-manufactured hybrid planetarium system – an immersive all-dome video combined with fiber optic dual-hemisphere star balls to see more than 7,000 stars. The Zeiss SKYMASTER ZKP 4 star projector projects thousands more stars more clearly than ever before. Two (2) star balls within the 40-foot dome cover the entire sky – both the northern and southern hemispheres. New software – Sciss UniView – flies Planetarium visitors to the edge of the universe and back. This live-action software will allow real-time visits to any location in the known universe.

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The nationally ranked Fort Worth Zoo is home to more than 500 animal species and a world-famous reptile collection. The Zoo was selected the No.1 attraction in the Dallas / Fort Worth area by Zagat Survey.

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See animals living in their near natural environment. Located just one hour and 20 minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth, the 1800 acres of open spaces lets you interact with deer, rhinos, giraffes and other wildlife. Drive your own vehicle through the 9 1⁄2 mile tour. You will see long distance views of savannah-like pastures, forested areas and hillsides for the animals to roam. Come experience some of the most magnificent animals on the planet.

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The houselights dim, the spotlight explodes with brilliance and from behind the closed curtain steps announcer Clint White with a Texas-size welcome. After half a minute of warming up the audience, he loudly proclaims, “Ladies and gentlemen, Yellow Rose Productions presents the GRAPEVINE OPRY.” With that pronouncement, the curtain splits, illuminating a stage filled with spark and musical energy. Another edition of the wildly popular country music showcase and star-stepping stone is underway, bringing its usual fare of great music, quality vocalists and spontaneous humor to an ever-appreciative crowd (by the way, did we mention the GREAT music).

Texas’ Grapevine Opry may be small compared to the big halls and honky tonks which dominate the industry, but the performances are HUGE considering the fact that only the best up-and-coming talent from around the state and beyond consistently bask in the spotlight. Showcasing the finest contemporary and classic country music, special theme shows throughout the year sprinkle in ’50’s rock ’n’ roll, Texas and Western swing, ’30’s & ’40’s big band tunes, bluegrass and country Christian and Southern gospel. Of course, December is literally filled with Christmas shows of every description.

After an initial lifespan from the mid-70’s through the early 80’s, the landmark venue was reincarnated literally “from the ashes“ and 2010 marked the twenty-third anniversary of this resurrection.

With performances every Saturday, over the years audiences have been thrilled by the likes of Willie Nelson, the Judds, LeAnn Rimes, Keith Anderson, Miranda Lambert and Richie McDonald (formerly of Lonestar). The Grapevine Opry is a great place to hear quality music and entertainment.

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The Grapevine Vintage Railroad travels along the historic Cotton Belt Route between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. The Railroad is serviced by two vintage locomotives which include “Puffy,” the 1896 Steam locomotive and oldest continuously operating steam engine in the South, and “Vinny,” a 1953 GP-7 diesel locomotive. Passengers enjoy riding in authentic 1920s and 1930s Victorian – style coaches as they take a step back in time and experience train travel as it was in the glory days of the expanding West. Pull into the Fort Worth Stockyards Station and you’ll be right in the middle of the Stockyards National Historic District where the Old West comes alive. Have fun at this outstanding retail and entertainment district.

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The largest water park in North Texas, Hurricane Harbor's exciting rides and attractions sprawl over 47 acres of colorful scenery. Blast down thrilling water rides like the Tornado, the Black Hole, and Sea Wolf. Explore the treasures of Hook's Lagoon, or catch a wave on Surf Rider. The park also features beach volleyball courts, private cabanas, lounging areas, locker facilities and gift shops.

Click here to download coupons for Six Flags Hurricane Harbor before your next trip!

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5,000 Years of History. 18,000 sq.ft. of FUN! The innovations of bowling unfold before your eyes through life-sized replicas, touch-screen kiosks, film montages and interactive games.

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The International Museum of Cultures (IMC) is the only contemporary cultural anthropology museum in the southwest. Located in Southwest Dallas, the museum features contemporary peoples from around the world. Gallery exhibits include interactive videos from Africa, Southeast Asia,
Papua New Guinea, China, Mexico and Native America, in addition to an extensive drum exhibit accompanied by video programming.
The Museum is situated in a wooded, scenic area on the campus of the International Linguistics Center. Authentic homes are located on the museum grounds from the Lakota Sioux Native Americans and Papua New Guinea.

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The Center’s professionally-curated galleries, theater and performance hall feature a variety of events for the whole family. The local gem is a short drive from Dallas and worth the trip!

Click here to download coupon for Irving Arts Center before your next trip!

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The Kimbell Art Museum’s collection consists of about 350 works that not only epitomize their eras and styles, but also touch individual high points of aesthetic beauty and historical importance. The holdings extend from antiquity to the 20th century, including European masterpieces by artists ranging from Fra Angelico, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio to Cézanne and Matisse; important collections of Egyptian, Near Eastern, Greek, and Roman antiquities; an extensive collection of Asian art; and works from Mesoamerican and African cultures.

The Kimbell Art Museum is widely regarded as one of the outstanding architectural achievements of the modern era. Designed by American architect Louis I. Kahn (1901–1974), this classic modern building has won wide acclaim since its opening in 1972. Kahn’s innovative use of natural light and subtle articulation of space and materials greatly enhance the experience of the art.

The Museum’s exhibition and education programs have now grown far beyond those envisioned when Kahn’s building opened. A second building, designed by world-renowed architect Renzo Piano, is scheduled to open in 2013 and will provide space for special exhibitions, allowing the Kahn building to showcase the permanent collection. It will also accommodate dedicated education spaces and an approximately 300-seat auditorium.

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Offers a fun, highly interactive and educational indoor experience that is ideal for families. LEGOLAND Discovery Center provides a range of interactive features including hands-on play areas, 4D Cinema, Master Model Buildier, LEGO rides and much more.

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Nestled on three acres in historic Forest Park, Log Cabin Village consists of nine historic structures dating back to the mid-1800s. Texas history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts, blacksmith shop, one-room schoolhouse, smokehouse, water powered gristmill and herb garden. Interact with historical interpreters as they demonstrate various frontier chores like candle making, spinning, weaving, and more.

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Enjoy world-class live horse racing in a seven level glass-enclosed, climate controlled environment. Simulcast racing available seven days a week in our state-of-the-art, 36,000-square foot Las Vegas-style Post Time Pavilion.

General Admission Live Racing (Adult): $5.00
General Admission Live Racing (Ages 4-12): $3.00
General Admission Live Racing (Ages 3 & under): Free
Reserved Seating is Available for Additional Charge

General Admission Simulcast Racing: $4.00
Reserved Seating is Available for Additional Charge

General Parking: Free (Gates 1, 2 or 3)
Preferred Parking: $5 (Gate 4)
Valet Parking (Live Race Day): $10 (Gate 5 for Grandstand)
Valet Parking (Simulcast Race Day): $5 (Gate 1 for Pavilion)

Download coupon for Lone Star Park

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Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks has over 225 life-like figures from Hollywood, history, horror, religion, and fantasy. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! features an eye-popping collection of oddities from around the world. The new Ripley’s Enchanted Mirror Maze has endless passages of fun, never the same experience twice. The NEW Impossible Laser Race challenges you to put up the top score through a web of lasers. Four exciting attractions under one roof! Seven minutes east of Six Flags.

Click here to download coupons for Ripley’s before your next trip!

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The world famous E. Fay Jones described his Chapel design as an instrument for nature to play its music, and, by the way the light and shadows move and change, he had tuned it so that the music changes throughout the day and year. This architecturally significant building that reflects the influence of Jones' study with Frank Lloyd Wright. Tours for all ages. Free.

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Experience our all new multi-million dollar production featuring dramatic horsemanship, falconry, jousting and hand to hand combat while
feasting on our four-course banquet in our fully-enclosed, European castle.

Reservations required. Group rates available.

Click here to download coupon for Medieval Times before your next trip!

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The City ends and the Wild West begins in Mesquite! Dubbed “The Rodeo Capital of Texas” by the Texas Legislature, indoor and air-conditioned Resistol Arena is your stop for year-round affordable entertainment! Home to the World Famous Mesquite ProRodeo, Resistol Arena is located just 12 minutes East of downtown Dallas, I-635, Exit 4.

Resistol Arena is the coolest year-round concert and entertainment venue in Texas! See your favorite artists in concert and attend various hispanic events. Don’t miss the CBR, arenacross, monster trucks, boxing and wrestling events either… and don’t forget a taste of real Texas with the Mesquite Prorodeo Series every Friday and Saturday night June through August (with special Holiday rodeos in Nov. and Dec).

Enjoy the best BBQ in Texas and all-inclusive drinks in the exclusive 8-Second Club.

Resistol Arena is located just 12 minutes East of downtown Dallas at 1818 Rodeo Dr, Mesquite, TX 75149, I-635, Exit 4. For more information on upcoming rodeos, concerts, hispanic events, arenacross and other special events visit www.resistolarena.com or call (972) 285-8777. Get your tickets today at www.resistolarena.com or call (972) 285-8777

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The Modern focuses on post World War II international modern and contemporary art, including paintings, sculpture, works on paper and international contemporary photography.

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s building was designed by the award-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando.

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A wonderful place for the child in all of us to explore the inspiring and engaging world of nature and science. From dinosaurs to DNA, you and your family can experience hands-on activities and innovative programs that bring learning to life. Exciting IMAX theatre and Planetarium shows too. Come and explore.

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Open since October 2003, the Nasher Sculpture Center is home to one of the finest collections of modern and contemporary sculpture in the world. The Center is located on a 2.4 acre site adjacent to the Dallas Museum of Art in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.

The museum was a longtime dream of the late Raymond and Patsy Nasher, who together formed a comprehensive collection of masterpieces by Calder, de Kooning, di Suvero, Giacometti, Hepworth, Kelly, Matisse, Miró, Moore, Picasso, Rodin, and Serra, among others.

Renzo Piano, a world-renowned architect and winner of the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 1998, is the architect of the Center’s 55,000 square foot building. Piano worked in collaboration with landscape architect Peter Walker on the design of the 1.4acre Garden.

On display in the Galleries and Garden are rotating exhibitions of works from the Nasher Collection as well as special exhibitions drawn from other museums and private collections. In addition to indoor and outdoor gallery spaces, the Center contains an auditorium, education and research facilities, a cafe, and a store.

Popular monthly events include the FREE Target First Saturdays for children and families, Til Midnight concert and movie late night series on the third friday of the month from May through October, and the NasherSalon series which welcomes distinguished speakers for an evening of discourse on art, architecture, and other cultural topics of interest.

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Enjoy “Family Fun” at the National Scouting Museum, the official museum of the Boy Scouts of America. From the Norman Rockwell Art Gallery to full-sized indoor campsites, the museum’s 13 “action areas” are filled with interactive exhibits and more than 600,000 artifacts! Whether you’re involved in Scouting…or just looking for family fun…you’ll have a great time exploring the National Scouting Museum! Sundays and Mondays are Free!

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Would you like to hold a piece of the solar system in your hand? Would you like to touch a piece of Mars? The Monnig Meteorite Gallery can provide you with this experience. By visiting the gallery, you will have the opportunity to explore the mysteries of meteorites! Meteorites are the oldest materials known – even older than our 4.5 billion-year-old Earth! Learn how to identify a meteorite, experience a hands-on encounter with different types of meteorites, and create your own terrestrial impact crater. For an "out-of-this-world" experience, bring your friends and family to get acquainted with our spectacular "visitors" from space. No fee for admission.

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SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium transports you into the amazing underwater world. Prepare for astonishingly close views of everything from humble starfish and seahorses to graceful rays, to get any closer you would have to get wet!

• Amazing 360° Underwater Ocean Tunnel
• 30 Incredible Displays
• More than 5,000 Sea Creatures
• Take the Shark Walk if you’re brave enough!

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Experience one of the most significant private collections of paintings of the Old West by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. Unique Museum Store. Open daily except major holidays. Free admission.

Click here to download coupon for the Sid Richardson Museum before your next trip!

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The Entertainment Capital of Texas, Six Flags Over Texas, offers fun for the entire family, including over 100 rides, shows and attractions! Don’t miss the New Texas Giant – a wooden coaster with a smooth running steel track and a pulse-pounding 79 degree drop ( the steepest in the world). Experience three banked turns beyond 90 degrees and scream through tunnels and explosions. it’s a one-of-a-kind adventure with a Texas twist! Now more than ever, there are more reasons to visit Six Flags Over Texas!

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Permanent exhibit examines life, death, and legacy of President John F. Kennedy with photographs, artifacts and videos; audio guide included. Additional exhibits year-round.

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Experience television history and Texas hospitality at the world’s most famous ranch! Tour the famed Ewing Mansion and re-live exciting moments from “Dallas” in Southfork"s “Dallas Legends” Exhibit, enjoy a sandwich as colossal as “Big D” in Miss Ellie"s Deli and shop in two retail stores. Just minutes north of Dallas.

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Live Rodeo Action every Friday & Saturday night in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards!

Texans, rodeo fans and families from across the world gather for Stockyards Championship Rodeo. You will see Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding and Breakaway Roping competitions – all in the comfort of the world’s first indoor rodeo arena!

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Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame pays tribute to many Texas iconic cowboys and cowgirls. The museum is located in Historic Barn A situated in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Originallly built in 1898, it burned in March 11, 1911 and rebuilt (fireproof) in 1912. This near 100-year old building was once the horse and mule barn housing 300+ animals as late as World War II.

Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame realizes the life of a cowboy or cowgirl is an extension of the hard-working, competitive nature and pioneering spirit of the West. We strive to enlighten visitors of the cowboy heritage and its origins that lie deep within Texas history. See individual booths containing personal memorabilia and DVD depicting their respective events.

• NEWEST ATTRACTION THROUGH DECEMBER 2011
  The Applewhite-Clark Exhibit — Contains historical artifacts related and associated to the Early Repulic of Texas, circa 1830-1850. These one-of-a-kind items can only be seen at Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. The exhibit focuses on four (4) icons of that era who helped to shape and form Texas and Fort Worth as we know it today. They are:
  Major Ripley Allen Arnold – founder of Camp Worth (now Fort Worth)
  Captain Samuel Hamilton Walker – Original Texas Ranger
  Colonel John Coffee Hays – Original Texas Ranger
  General Lopez de Santa Anna – President of Mexico and army

FIVE PERMANENT EXHIBITS

• The Sterquell Wagon Collection – billed as the world’s largest lifestyle wagon collection, features more than 60 antique wagons, carriages and sleighs. This style of transportation is the first form of “green energy.” Each vehicle has been painstakingly restored and are displayed to show their original use.
• The John Justin Trail of Fame – An exhibit dedicated to the legendary man – John Justin, Jr. A man of vision, he put his own “special shine” on boots, Fort Worth and Texas. His civic and philanthropic service is renowned. You will see: one-of-a-kinds boots, photos, books, and more. In addition, view a video of his life narrated by President George W. Bush, Red Steagall, Wilfred Brimley and others.
• The Chisholm Trail Exhibit – Displaying artifacts off the Chisholm Trail, the famous cattle-drive route of the Old West. Four themes are explored in the exhibit: “Origins of the Cattle Trails,” “Cowtown and the Drover,” “Trail Impact on Fort Worth,” and “Popular Culture of the Trails.” The exhibit includes rare, authentic pieces with some dating as early as the 1700’s.
• The Zigrang Bit Collection – A collection showcasing 128 bits of various design. Most bits are forged from iron, with some dating back to 1867. Pieces in the collection were used for such disciplines as driving, pleasure riding or Calvary mounts.
• Adventures of the Cowboy Trail – A 4-station, hands-on Exploratorium; teaching children about cowboy experiences on a cattle-drive. Station 1 – kids learn how to pack a Chuckwagon with magnets simulating the Cook’s many needed items. Station 2 – kids learn the Cowboy Alphabet (characters for branding) and then brand their own longhorn (flyer). Station 3 – kids learn about Treasures of the Trail, then search for replica arrowheads. Station 4 – kids learn how a cowboy or cowgirl would pack for a trail drive by learning to saddle and bridle a replica Paint Horse (scaled down to accommodate a child’s height).

• AMON G. CARTER’S 1933 V8 Cadillac — Cadillac’s V8 engines revolutionized the American car industry and set the standard for most modern vehicles. Cadillac was the first automobile maker to mass-produce a V8 engine. The distinguishing feature of the 1933 Cadillac is the front clip, with its wind-splitting, aerodynamic “V”-shaped grill. Serial numbers for identification were not used however; engine numbers were stamped on the crankcase near the water inlet on the right hand side. A 1933 Cadillac innovation: Fisher no-draft individually controlled ventilation (I.C.V.) (Vent windows). The price range for Mr. Carter’s Cadillac range: $2,795 to $4,000 and was, based on wheelbase and amenities

• JERSEY LILLY OLD-TIME PHOTO PARLOR – Step back into time for a vintage style, sepia-toned photo in traditional old-fashioned costumes and background settings. You can be a Cowboy, Saloon Girl, and much more.

• WESTERN GIFT SHOP – Find unique one-of-a kind gifts for you and your loved ones.

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Texas Lakes Trail Region, Overflowing with adventure, culture, beauty, and history, the Texas Lakes Trail offers an exceptional travel experience. The region extends across 31 diverse counties in North Central Texas, each with something special to offer. For more information, itineraries and map of the region visit www.texaslakestrail.com

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Texas Motor Speedway is among one of the largest sports stadiums in America with a crowd capacity in excess of over 200,000. The attendances for the NASCAR Sprint Cup events annually rank among the largest sporting events in the United States since the facility opened in 1997. The 1.5 mile superspeedway located in Fort Worth known as “The Great American Speedway!” ™ and plays host to two races in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, Nationwide Series and Camping World Truck Series as well as one in the IndyCar Series.

Multiple driving schools offer visitors a chance to get behind the wheel and experience the thrill of auto racing. Choose from NASCAR authentic Sprint Cup cars, IndyCar Style cars, Chevy Corvette Race cars and Legends cars.

Daily tours of the facility are available and include: Track Laps (subject to availability), Pit Road, Gift Shop, Luxury Suites, Victory Lane, and Concourse.

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Come experience the notorious inner chambers in Downtown Dallas, far beneath the subterranean floors of what is now known as the West End Marketplace. Even today, despite urban development and many business ventures that have come and gone in this building over the years, its evil presence remains one of Downtown Dallas’ most haunting evil secrets.

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Traders Village is America’s largest weekend Flea Market and Festival Complex, located in Grand Prairie, TX. Stroll through 3,500 dealers and discover a treasure of a lifetime. Enjoy theme park rides, festivals and a world of wonderful food. It’s always a state fair atmosphere and just minutes from Six Flags and all area attractions. So come for the shopping and Stay for the Fun!. Traders Village also has a highly rated RV park with many amenities.

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Superb playing conditions and our friendly staff await you at this acclaimed 18-hole Championship Golf Course. Just minutes from Six Flags, Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, and Cowboys Stadium off of I-30 W.

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Zero Gravity is a one-of-a-kind Texas theme park boasting five high-intensity thrill attractions including the classic Bungee Jump to such rarities as our Nothin’ But Net free-fall attraction.

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Enjoy dining out? You’re headed in the right direction. Dallas/Fort Worth & Beyond has more restaurants per person than New York City.

From fine dining to hole-in-the-wall local favorites, from Tex-Mex to barbecue, from romantic to theatrical – you’ll find it all right here.

Start with the city you’re in or check out other diners suggestions and go from there . . . delicious choices await.

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Fun for the whole family!

Not just delicious steaks! Trail Dust Steak House has live music, a boot-scootin’ dance floor, and a two story slide for kids of all ages. Our friendly staff will take care of you and make sure your Trail Dust experience is a good ‘ole time! So, if you’re looking for a cozy, intimate dinner or a fun family meal, step into the Trail Dust Steak House – it’s the best of both worlds!

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Upscale outlet center offering everyday savings of 25% to 65% on designer and top brands including Coach, Banana Republic, Juicy Couture, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, True Religion Brand Jeans and more. 100 stores. Conveniently located on US-75 North and Stacy Rd. (exit 37).

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Cabela’s Fort Worth, Texas Retail Store is located at junction of state highway 170 and I-35W. In addition to offering quality outdoor merchandise, the massive 230,000 sq. ft. showroom is an educational and entertainment attractions, featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats.

Amenities Include:
Indoor Archery Range
Outdoor Theater
Boat Service Dept.
Live Bait
Dog Kennels
Semi Parking
RV Parking
2-Acre Pond
Picnic Area
Cabela’s Restaurant

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Historic Downtown Denton, crowned by the historic Denton County Courthouse, is the heartbeat of the city. The square and beyond is surrounded by unique shops, fun restaurants, galleries, museums, and a lively mix of entertainment from live music to performing arts. Denton Main Street Association, www.dentonmainstreet.org .

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Inspired by Milan Italy’s famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Galleria Dallas features an impressive ice rink surrounded by an international collection of shops and boutiques, setting the standard for world-class shopping in Dallas. Recognized by USA Today as “One of the top 10 places to spend it all,” Galleria Dallas is the most dynamic shopping environment in North Texas.

Galleria Dallas is the only North Texas home of Thomas Pink, TOUS, BCBGeneration, Tourneau, Brahmin, Sony Style, ZARA, Karen Millen, Club Monaco, Façonnable, American Girl Boutique and Bistro, Ylang|23 and Saks Fifth Avenue – plus favorites like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Michael Kors, Dooney & Bourke, Juicy Couture, Sephora, Macy’s and Nordstrom. Galleria is also Dallas’ distinct dining destination, offering market exclusive restaurants like The Grill on the Alley, The Second Floor, Grand Lux Cafe and The Oceanaire.

From its legendary ice rink, to its fusion of hip fashion and chic dining, Galleria Dallas truly is Dallas’ premier shopping destination.

Saks Fifth Avenue | Macy’s | Nordstrom | Westin Galleria Dallas

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Two miles north of DFW Int’l Airport. Over 200 stores under one roof including Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, JCPenney Outlet, The Children’s Place, Nike Factory Store, Bath and Body Works, J.Crew, Lane Bryant, Hollister Outlet, Rainforest Café, GameWorks, Victoria’s Secret and Last Call Neiman Marcus.

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Fashion, Food and Fun! Rack Room Shoes, Best Buy, Pier One, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Stein Mart, GAP, Ann Taylor Loft, Chico’s, Talbot’s, Nine West, Jones New York, Ross Dress for Less, PetSmart, over 15 fantastic eateries and restaurants, Marble Slab, The Popcorn Store and more!

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One of the premier shopping centers in the U.S., offering over 235 distinctive stores and restaurants, museum-quality art, a landscaped garden, and AMC NorthPark 15 theatre. NorthPark’s luxury lineup features destination retail including Barneys New York, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Versace, Gucci, Valentino and Oscar de la Renta.

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Click here to download coupon for Outlets at Hillsboro before your next trip!

Discover extraordinary shopping at the best brand name outlets at savings up to 75% OFF retail-everyday!

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Over 20 shops & restaurants, depot for the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, home to the Cowtown Cattlepen Maze, Historical Walking Tours, the Texas Trail of Fame and the world’s only twice daily cattle drive at 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m.
Stockyards Station – shopping, dining and big fun – Texas style! Check out www.stockyardsstation.com for the special event calender.

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Today In Sundance Square, you’ll find something for everyone. The many restaurants range from casual to elegant, from intimate dining to a family-style atmosphere. Lining the blocks, you’ll find notable stores and other specialty boutiques. Sundance Square is also home to one of the world’s finest concert/performance halls and is a premier address for urban residential properties. Day or night, there’s a high-energy ambience in the air in Sundance Square. A feeling of excitement, innovation and fun.

Throughout this 35 block development, historic markers note significant historical buildings and the Chisholm Trail Mural is not to be missed. Parking is free evenings and weekends in the Sundance Square garages.

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SHOP Texas TAX FREE! Texas is one of two states in the US allowing customs brokers to make this service possible for their international travelers. TaxFree Shopping, Ltd has simplified the sales tax refund process….we do all the work for YOU! Just introduced by TaxFree Shopping, Ltd. – access our website www.TaxFreeTexas.com on your cell phone while shopping!

TaxFree Shopping, Ltd. is a value added service for you, the international shopper! Texas offers the largest selection of sought-after international designers & top American brands. Over 2500 retailers participate throughout the state. TaxFree Shopping, Ltd showcases top malls & centers from Outlets to Designers. SHOPPING is now an attraction, with 11 conveniently located refund centers in Dallas, Houston, San Marcus, plus DFW & IAH International Airports. Come enjoy our hospitality, shop tax free and enjoy the experience..…Texas has it all!

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