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    Texas Travel

    The ultimate Uvalde road trip, from floating the Frio to finding Utopia

    Nicole Raney
    Mar 21, 2017 | 4:46 pm

    Spring in Texas is in full swing — which means it's time for a road trip. Here's the ultimate guide to Uvalde County, from exploring Uvalde and camping in Concan to floating the Frio River and finding Utopia. While spring is a great time to visit, you can enjoy these suggestions in the summer and fall too.

    Uvalde
    Your first stop is Uvalde, about a five-and-a-half-hour drive from Dallas. The county seat of Uvalde County boasts a quaint main street that has the old-school vibes we love about small-town Texas. While there are accommodations in Uvalde, we suggest you start the trip early, take your pick of the options below, and then head to the next destination.

    For the history enthusiast: The Briscoe-Garner Museum, an affiliate of the University of Texas at Austin museum system, is a must-see for lovers of Texas history. You can also visit El Progreso Memorial Library and the Briscoe Art & Antique Collection inside the First Bank of Uvalde.

    For the outdoorsy type:Fort Inge Historical Park ​(open weekends only) is a unique destination along the Leona River. It has been the site of activity since prehistoric eras and most recently served as a base for the U.S. calvary in the 1800s. If you enjoy bird-watching, Cook's Slough Sanctuary lives up to its name.

    For the hungry:Hangar 6 Air Cafe is a themed diner near Garner Field Airport where you can eat breakfast, burgers, and Southern faves and watch planes take off. The Local Fix is a cute coffee shop serving drinks and hearty lunch options.

    Pro tip: Uvalde is the best place to stock up on provisions for the rest of your trip.

    Concan
    Thanks to its convenient location on the Frio River, Concan is a hot spot for Texas tourists, especially during the summer when the cold river water offers a reprieve from the heat. Camping is the way to go. Spring breakers should check out Rio Frio Fest in March.

    For the first-timer:Neal's Lodges should be your first choice, as it offers resources for tubing, horse-back riding, and more; there's also Neal's Cafe for grub and Joe Jimmy's, a friendly evening hangout for drinks. The gorgeous Garner State Park has campsites, shelters, and cabins. You can swim, float the river, or hike Old Baldy. While there tends to be a party atmosphere, both locations are still family-friendly.

    For a break from it all: Sometimes you just want to get away from it all. Frio River Vacation Rentals and Frio Country Resort are great sites to check out for a more private slice of paradise, but a little more digging will get you cabins and campsites farther out of Concan.

    For the floater: If you don't have river access where you're staying, you need to get down to the Frio at least once. Gain day access via Garner State Park or check out low water spots like Magers' Crossing, which also serve as tubing access points.

    For the hungry: There are a few dining options in town. House Pasture Cattle Company serves chicken-fried steak with a side of live music, and Hippie Chic's River Shack boasts burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and snacks. Sweet tooth? Order a creation from Concan Pies.

    Pro tip: A quick drive up US Highway 83 will get you to the small town of Leakey. Here you'll find even more camping and lodging along the Frio River, as well as shopping options, specifically the Leakey Mercantile and neighboring liquor shop (don't forget that Concan is a dry town).

    Utopia
    This aptly named Hill Country oasis is the final stop on your road trip. It can be done in a day, but if you have time to rest up one more night, check out Bend O' the River Bed & Breakfast or the cabins at Utopia River Retreat, which offer easy access to the Sabinal and Frio rivers.

    For the adventurer: The gorgeous Sabinal River winds around the Utopia area. Located in nearby Vanderpool, the Lost Maples State Natural Area is a great spot for hiking, camping, birding, and more.

    For the festivalgoer: For the ultimate boutique festival experience, snag tickets to Utopia Fest, which runs September 22-24. This BYOB, kid-friendly camping and music fest nestled inside a Hill Country valley is capped at 2,000 attendees, meaning no crazy crowds.

    For the hungry:Saint Jo's Picnic is a cute little food truck for appetizers and sandwiches. Lost Maples Cafe is a comfort food staple. Want something fancier? Make a Saturday reservation at The Laurel Tree, a fine dining destination open one night a week.

    Pro tip: Utopia is a small town, so visit on the weekend for all the action.

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    Luxury bus service Vonlane adds new destination city out of Dallas

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    Texas travelers have a convenient new route to check out thanks to Vonlane: The Texas-based luxury motor coach service is adding a new daily service between Dallas and The Woodlands, starting on June 13.

    This will be a second Houston-area destination from Dallas: Vonlane already offers service between Dallas and downtown Houston, where it stops at the Hyatt Regency at 1200 Louisiana St.

    The new service brings a convenient nonstop route to and from the northern fringe of Houston — The Woodlands, Spring, Cypress, Conroe, Montgomery County, and northern Harris County. The trip time is 3 hours and 15 minutes. (The ride to downtown takes 3 hours and 45 minutes.)

    According to Vonlane founder and CEO Alex Danza, The Woodlands has been a much-requested route.

    “The Woodlands area has been our most requested geographic addition for several years, so we’re thrilled to announce this expansion, our 10th destination on our 11th anniversary,” Danza says. “Bringing our elevated bus service to suburban areas is a strategic priority as we seek to relieve the hassles of driving and air travel for our passengers and better meet them where they live, work, and play.”

    Buses have 22 first-class leather seats, ample workspace, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an onboard attendant offering premium cabin service with snacks, meals, and beverages included.

    Schedule
    Beginning June 13, The Woodlands-Dallas route will offer the following departures:

    • Monday, Thursday, and Friday: 6:15 am, 10:15 am, 2:15 pm, and 6:15 pm – departing both The Woodlands and Dallas
    • Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday: 10:15 am and 2:15 pm – departing both The Woodlands and Dallas
    • Saturday: 9 am: departing The Woodlands
    • Saturday 1 pm: departing Dallas

    Terminal Locations & Hotel Partners
    The new dropoff point for the Woodlands service will be at Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands. According to Danza, The Woodlands Waterway Marriott offers easy access to I-45, ample parking, and high-quality accommodations, IE a nice waiting area.

    It'll go to Dallas' established stop at Doubletree Love Field, 3300 W. Mockingbird Ln.

    The new route offers proximity to major employers in the area such as Alight Solutions, Baker Hughes, Chevron Phillips, Entergy, ExxonMobil, Hewlett-Packard, Houston Methodist, Huntsman Corporation, Lone Star College, McKesson, Memorial Hermann, Occidental Petroleum, St. Luke’s Health, and Texas Children’s.

    Visit The Woodlands president Nick Wolda says in a statement that The Woodlands is a popular destination for Dallas residents.

    “Visit The Woodlands is excited to welcome Vonlane to The Woodlands Waterway Marriott and Conference Center. This first-class amenity is a fantastic addition to our vibrant community, perfectly designed to elevate the travel experience,” Wolda says. “The Woodlands is the go-to destination for trips from the DFW area—whether you're a corporate conventioneer, a Pavilion concertgoer, a college student coming home, or a weekend shopping trip with friends. With this new service, getting to and from The Woodlands has never been easier or more enjoyable!"

    Fares are a flat rate of $125 for one-way trips with advance purchase. No taxes, baggage fees, or change fees apply. Rates increase with less than seven days’ notice and within 24 hours before departure.

    Fares include complimentary Wi-Fi, snacks, meals (on select routes), and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol is available for purchase. Tickets can be booked at www.vonlane.com.

    Vonlane was founded in 2014 and offers more than 475 weekly departures across 10 destinations. Routes operate in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Plano, San Antonio, and The Woodlands, Texas; between Atlanta, Georgia, and Nashville, Tennessee; and between Nashville and Memphis.

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