Five Fall/Winter Destinations You Don't Want To Miss! As the summer season slowly changes to Fall in Texas, followed quickly by a new winter Texan travel season, many are preparing their travel iteniaries now in anticipation of a fruitful year. And, according to winter visitor travel trends in recent years, more and more travelers are planning on seeing more of Texas than just the inside of their favorite RV park. But what to see and where to go this year? Chances are good many winter travelers have taken the time to explore beyond their eventual and primary destinations in search of adventure and fun. A recent winter travel study indicates seven of ten 'Winter Texans' venture into other parts of the state, many during their drive down or drive back home. But time and recources are often limited, so where should you land this yuear when venturing on those 'side trips' to enjoy more of Texas? Glad you asked! Below we offer Five Essential stops along your winter route, attractions of one kind or another that you really shouldn't miss. Enjoy! MOODY GARDENS If you're in Texas around the Christmas holiday season, you owe it to yourself to visit Galveston's Moody Gardens to see the lights spectacle! It has been called charming, delightful, and adownright spectacle to see. Get into the Christmas spirit in this great coastal destination - and enjoy a little rainforest environment all at the same time! TEXAS STATE AQUARIUM You can certainly appreciate the warmer Texas climate by visiting this jewel in the Coastal Bend of Texas! The Texas State Aquarium ofers a wonderful and educational look at sealife in general, especially in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. You'll dicover interactive exhibits, a charming bayside setting and a surrounding community that embodies the very spiorit of the Texas coast. Discover the Texas State Aquarium! (Audio Link)       Web Site THANKSGIVING SQUARE Thanksgiving is a special time of year regardless where you might find yourself. But a trip to Texas around the Thanksgiving holiday season wouldn't be complete without a visit to downtown BIG D and a visit to Thanksgiving Square, a special memorial and tribute to the Thanksgiving holiday. Get ready to visit Dallas and discover the Square! GAYLORD TEXAN ICE EXHIBIT You may have escaped your Midwest homes to enjoy the warm, tropical climes of Texas. But if you have never visited Grapevine Texas in December, then you have no idea what you're missing! Master ice sculpturors from Harbin, China, annually trek to Texas to carve an exhibit out of ice that will astound you. It's cold awesome beauty at its best, and it's waiting each December for your visit. Don't miss it! TEXAS RANGER MUSEUM Ask just about anybody on the street and they'll tell you, the best known law enforcement agencies world wide include Scotland Yard, Pinkertons, the Royal Mountain Canadian Police - and leading the pack for most - the famed TEXAS RANGERS. Don't miss a tour ofthe famed Texas Ranger Museum in Waco, a trip well worth the time. View outstanding exhibits, learn about the history of these unsung heroes and enjoy!