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    Far Out West

    6 totally unusual roadside attractions on your way to West Texas

    Cindy Brzostowski
    Mar 21, 2018 | 9:08 am

    When it comes to traveling out to West Texas, chances are you're destined for famous spots like Marfa, the McDonald Observatory, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. But what else is there to see along that long drive? Whether you need a reason for a pit stop or simply prefer to visit places a little off the beaten path, here are some unusual attractions worth a stop on your way to West Texas.

    Buggy Barn Museum
    Get ready to go back in time. Dedicated to preserving the history of horse-drawn transportation, the Buggy Barn Museum in Blanco has over 140 buggies, carriages, and wagons dating from the 1860s through the 1900s. You are welcome to have a look around yourself or take part in a guided tour. Fun fact: Some of the buggies and wagons have been used in movies like True Grit and There Will Be Blood, and the museum even offers buggy rides by appointment. The museum is open Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm, and Saturday, 9 am-4 pm. While you're there, consider checking out the nearby Pine-Moore Town, which will have you feeling like you've stepped into the Wild West.

    Old Tunnel State Park
    The "old tunnel" of Old Tunnel State Park is a relic from the Fredericksburg and Northern Railway, which helped connect Fredericksburg to San Antonio and stopped operations back in 1942. After the trains left, the bats moved in, and now over 3 million of them call it home. In the evenings during May through October, you can see them emerging from the tunnel. It's worth noting that this colony is double the size of the one that lives under Austin's Congress Avenue Bridge, and watching that many bats spiral upwards in a massive cloud is truly a sight to behold. Besides the draw of the bats, there is also a short, half-mile trail for hikers.

    Stonehenge II and Easter Island Heads
    Can't make it to England to see Stonehenge or Easter Island to see the famous moai? Luckily, Texans can see replicas of both in one place out in Ingram, near Kerrville. Stonehenge II and the Easter Island Heads were created as an art project by Al Shepperd and Doug Hill, and they're now managed by the Hill Country Arts Foundation. The stones are 90 percent the height and 60 percent the width of the real deal, while the two heads are 13 feet tall. The site is free and open to the public, and you're welcome to visit from dawn until nightfall.

    Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area
    We're not done with bats just yet. The Devil's Sinkhole in Rocksprings is a giant vertical cavern that is thought to be the largest single-chamber cavern in the state. It also happens to house one of Texas' largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats. The cavern opening is around 50 feet wide, eventually reaching over 320 feet in diameter, and it extends to a depth of over 350 feet. Besides evening bat flight tours in the late spring and early fall, visitors can arrange tours in advance with the Devil's Sinkhole Society. You can only access the natural area with a reservation, so don't forget to plan ahead.

    Alley Oop Fantasyland and Museum
    Out in Iraan, there's a quirky little park dedicated to one of the city's most famous residents: V.T. Hamlin, the creator of the popular 1930s comic strip Alley Oop. The attractions you'll spot first will likely be the giant recreations of Alley Oop and Dinny, the caveman and his pet dinosaur from the comic. When you're done with the photo ops, pop into the museum which has displays on local history, geology, and archeology. The theme of the exhibits is "From Fossils to Fossil Fuels," fitting as the city of Iraan was once an oil boomtown. You can visit Alley Oop Fantasyland and Museum from 1-5 pm, Thursday through Sunday (excluding holidays).

    Million Barrel Museum
    No, this is not a museum with a million barrels. It's actually a giant, cement oil storage tank in Monahans from the 1920s that was built to hold 5 million barrels worth of oil. Despite this grand vision, it ended up cracking under the weight of just 1 million barrels worth, which, needless to say, resulted in leakage. For a good while, this concrete reservoir remained abandoned until its brief stint as a manmade oasis for boating, swimming, and fishing, where similar issues with leaking led to its demise. Today, it serves as a venue for local events, and the property also includes the Rattlesnake Bomber Base Museum.

    Alley Oop Fantasyland in Iraan.

    Alley Oop Fantasyland
    Photo courtesy of the Iraan-Sheffield Chamber of Commerce
    Alley Oop Fantasyland in Iraan.
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    Dallas developer to open boutique Hotel Dax in Addison

    Teresa Gubbins
    Dec 11, 2025 | 1:46 pm
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    Hotel DAX

    There's a new hotel coming to Addison from a well known Dallas developer: Called Hotel Dax, it'll open at 14315 Midway Rd. at the northwest corner of Spring Valley Road, and it's from Centurion American Development Group, the owner of the Statler hotel in downtown Dallas.

    According to a release, Hotel Dax will open in early 2026 as a lifestyle-focused property that will function as a destination for travelers, meeting planners, and a social hub for locals.

    The property was previously the Crowne Plaza Hotel, which was built in 1984 but closed during the pandemic.

    Renovations include nearly 32,000 square feet of meeting space, four dining and beverage venues, a resort-style pool, a Top Golf Swing Suite, and design-forward interiors by Dallas-based Merriman Anderson Architects.

    A second phase of development is planned for 2027, which will include the reenvisioning and renovation of the hotel’s 426 guest rooms and suites, marking continued significant capital investment in the property. Guest rooms at opening will already feature contemporary design and upscale finishes, but the 2027 renovation will be an improvement.

    The name references the Dallas Addison Exchange, acknowledging the area's role as a business and cultural center since the town's incorporation in 1953. Centurion American previously transformed and renovated The Statler, a historic downtown Dallas hotel, into a luxury destination that reopened in 2017, and now brings that same vision for elevated hospitality to Addison.

    Addison — with more restaurants per capita than any city in the U.S., corporate headquarters, and entertainment district — has vibrant energy that attracted Centurion American.

    “Addison has always been at the crossroads of business and hospitality, and Hotel Dax will celebrate that history,” says Centurion American CEO Mehrdad Moayedi in a statement. “There is such a high demand for quality meeting space and first-class hotel accommodations that this property can fulfill. We look forward to being an active part of the Addison community.”

    Since 1990, Centurion American has developed well over 200,000 single-family lots in dozens of premier communities across North Texas. In addition to its extensive residential footprint, Centurion has expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects that further enhance the communities it creates.

    Dining concepts
    Hotel Dax will feature four separately branded venues designed to attract neighborhood traffic alongside hotel guests:

    • Top Brass is an American bistro anchoring the property with a menu built on bold flavors and elevated comfort food. The restaurant balances polish with personality, delivering Southern hospitality without the formality, in a space designed for genuine connection and memorable meals.
    • Bar Dax is a social hub where guests and locals can gather at communal tables for wine, cocktails and shareable plates. The space features large big screens for catching games, curated happy hour experiences, and an inviting atmosphere built for lingering well into the night.
    • Outdoor Pool Lounge serves as a destination, whether guests are swimming or simply gathering at the bar. The landscaped venue will be open to locals and available for private events, creating a resort-style amenity in the heart of Addison's business district.
    • Brewed, operated by the locally acclaimed coffee brand, will offer specialty coffee and a grab-and-go market for both hotel guests and neighborhood residents.

    Design and amenities
    The hotel will feature a resort-style pool, a 5,000-square-foot 24-hour fitness center with dedicated space for classes and wellness programming, a Hertz service desk, and a Top Golf Swing Suite.

    The property will also offer events and experiences designed for hotel guests and local residents to reinforce its role as a community gathering place.

    A courtesy shuttle will provide access to the new DART Silver Line, connecting guests to destinations across North Texas including DFW International Airport.

    Management
    Centurion American selected Dallas-based Dreamscape Hospitality to manage the property, drawing on the company's track record in lifestyle and boutique hotel management. The hotel will participate in Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's loyalty program, providing guests with access to the brand's global network of properties and benefits.

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