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ITINERARY
17h 30m980 miles23 stops
1
Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
Hinkle Fun Center
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
3
Oasis State Park
4
Enchantment Vineyards
5
Terry County Heritage Museum
6
Whitehouse Parker
7
West Texas Adventures
Come see the us for the newest exotic hunting offered in West Texas. We offer Exotic animals LARGE, SMALL and TROPHY. Our facility has over 2900 acres available. We provide lodging, meals, golf, horseshoe pitching, skeet shooting, horse trails, nature walks, and picture taking. We also have a large banquet hall for corporate meetings, family reunions, or individual weddings or parties.
8
Adventure Park
Adventure Park is Lubbock's newest destination with over 20 acres of FUN Indoors and Outdoors! Zip line across the Adventure Lake or grab a bite to eat in the Expedition Cafe! There is something for everyone to do at Adventure Park! Attractions include Go Karts, Putting Green, Mini Golf, Bumper Boats, Adventure Towers, Pedal Boats, Expedition Mining, Ninja, and Climbing walls! Enjoy live Music on Friday and Saturday at our Thirsty Garden with a fresh squeezed margarita!
9
Llano Estacado
10
Covered S Ranch
Located just off the caprock of the Llano Estacado, the Covered S Ranch offers unique year-round activities on an authentic 19th-century homestead. We balance Western adventure with lavish all-inclusive amenities. Start the day with chuck wagon-style breakfast. Then hike, hunt, or rent a helicopter ride. Bring your own four-wheeler or horse for some adventure or just sit and experience the awe-inspiring view of Flat Top Mesa from the porch of the Hacienda. The 27,000 acre Covered S Ranch is about experiencing life in a way that's all too rare these days - we give you an authentic West Texas ranch experience that you won't find anywhere else. We offer guided hunts, rustic getaways, and all-natural certified Angus beef for sale so you can experience it all!
11
Nana Bear's Notions
12
1818 Arthouse
The 1818 Arthouse promotes arts and culture as an extension of the Scurry County Museum. We offer gallery and working space for artists, regular juried exhibitions, art activities and much more!
13
Wildflower Day Spa
Wildflower Day Spa offers all the big city services you've come to expect from a day spa in a small town atmosphere. We strive to use organic and natural products in all of our services and treatments. We offer couples, deep tissue, sports, trigger point, prenatal and Swedish massage. We offer deluxe manicures and pedicures using 5 free polish. Our estheticians do waxing, sugaring and specialty organic facials. You can also get a sauna or body salt or sugar scrub or a mud wrap on our wet table.
14
Chicken Farm Art Center
A cornerstone of the art community in San Angelo, The Chicken Farm Art Center was founded in 1971 to promote the arts, artists, and art education in West Texas. We have 15+ resident artist studios, a restaurant, B&B, and host art and music events throughout the year. Events: First Saturday Art Festival - The First Saturday of every month join us for amazing Art, Live Music, and Food Second Thursday Concerts - May-October - Free concert featuring local musicians in a comfortable evening setting Annual Open House - Thanksgiving Weekend - This three day art festival features our resident studio artists, invited artists, and musicians. All events are indoor/outdoor. We also have an amazing B&B, the Inn at The Art Center, stay with us for a unique get-away or a stay-cation if your local. While you're here check out the fantastic menu options at the Silo House Restaurant, the chefs are ready to cook up a splendid bistro lunch or a reservation dinner Fri-Sat evening.
15
SUP Abilene Lake Fort Phantom Kayak Rentals
We rent kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards. We have a sandy beach with sand volleyball, horseshoes, and a gazebo for shade. The place has amazing views, which includes sunrise and sunset attractions. We rent by the hour or by the day. We also have reservations for your next birthday, graduation, family reunion, or team build. Visit our website or call for details and pictures.
16
The Spa
Beautifully detailed and constructed of the finest materials, this 5,000-square-foot spa features multiple treatment rooms including a couples room, esthetician room, hand and foot treatment room, relaxing lounge, waiting area, sun patio, and locker rooms with far infrared saunas, and showers. Nature's Spa is located at The Fredericksburg Herb Farm, also at the Farm we have Sunday Haus Cottages where you can stay and relax in a comfortable garden environment; The Farm Haus Bistro, a fine restaurant, and the Poet's Haus Gift Shop, offering garden and gift items as well as candles, lotions, soaps and much more that are formulated on-site! In addition to these things guests can enjoy our gardens where fresh ingredients are grown and used in our restaurant and much more is grown simply for your enjoyment!
17
Fredericksburg Theater Company
Besides excellent restaurants, shopping, and wineries, Fredericksburg is also home to the finest live theater in the Texas Hill Country. Now in their 21st season, this much-acclaimed and award-winning theater is known for their block-busting Broadway musicals, side-busting comedies, and thrilling dramas. FTC is in production over 300 days a year, presenting 7 main stage productions as well as a full slate of Special Events; with renowned guest artists, musicians, and comedy acts performing to packed houses. With over 60% of their audience from outside of Gillespie County, the Fredericksburg Theater Company is the destination for live entertainment in Fredericksburg.
18
Creekside Cinemas 14
19
Luling Icehouse Pottery
20
Padre Island National Seashore
A 15-minute drive from downtown Corpus Christi transports you to this magnificent 70-mile stretch of white sand beach, scenic dunes and warm ocean water, offering ideal conditions for swimming, fishing, beach-combing, windsurfing, camping, bird-watching and viewing wildlife.
21
McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
22
Boot Company Bar & Grill
23
Brownsville Historic Battlefield Trail
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OVERVIEW
Albuquerque to Brownsville
1
Start:Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(98) review
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
Start:Hinkle Fun Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.0
(95) review
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
3
Start:Oasis State Park
Portales, New Mexico·
4.0
(24) review
1891 Oasis Rd, Portales, NM 88130-9024
4
Start:Enchantment Vineyards
Portales, New Mexico·
5.0
(8) review
2102 E 3rd St, Portales, NM 88130-9274
5
Start:Terry County Heritage Museum
Brownfield, Texas·
4.5
(2) review
600 E Cardwell St, Brownfield, TX 79316-4510
6
Start:Whitehouse Parker
Brownfield, Texas·
5.0
(3) review
702 Old Lamesa Rd, Brownfield, TX 79316-5602
7
Start:West Texas Adventures
Brownfield, Texas·
4.5
(3) review
Come see the us for the newest exotic hunting offered in West Texas. We offer Exotic animals LARGE, SMALL and TROPHY. Our facility has over 2900 acres available. We provide lodging, meals, golf, horseshoe pitching, skeet shooting, horse trails, nature walks, and picture taking. We also have a large banquet hall for corporate meetings, family reunions, or individual weddings or parties.
8
Start:Adventure Park
Lubbock, Texas·
3.5
(9) review
Adventure Park is Lubbock's newest destination with over 20 acres of FUN Indoors and Outdoors! Zip line across the Adventure Lake or grab a bite to eat in the Expedition Cafe! There is something for everyone to do at Adventure Park! Attractions include Go Karts, Putting Green, Mini Golf, Bumper Boats, Adventure Towers, Pedal Boats, Expedition Mining, Ninja, and Climbing walls! Enjoy live Music on Friday and Saturday at our Thirsty Garden with a fresh squeezed margarita!
9
Start:Llano Estacado
Lubbock, Texas·
4.5
(88) review
Fm 1585, Lubbock, TX 79452
10
Start:Covered S Ranch
Snyder, Texas·
(0) review
Located just off the caprock of the Llano Estacado, the Covered S Ranch offers unique year-round activities on an authentic 19th-century homestead. We balance Western adventure with lavish all-inclusive amenities. Start the day with chuck wagon-style breakfast. Then hike, hunt, or rent a helicopter ride. Bring your own four-wheeler or horse for some adventure or just sit and experience the awe-inspiring view of Flat Top Mesa from the porch of the Hacienda. The 27,000 acre Covered S Ranch is about experiencing life in a way that's all too rare these days - we give you an authentic West Texas ranch experience that you won't find anywhere else. We offer guided hunts, rustic getaways, and all-natural certified Angus beef for sale so you can experience it all!
11
Start:Nana Bear's Notions
Snyder, Texas·
5.0
(7) review
2513 College Ave, Snyder, TX 79549-2528
12
Start:1818 Arthouse
Snyder, Texas·
5.0
(3) review
The 1818 Arthouse promotes arts and culture as an extension of the Scurry County Museum. We offer gallery and working space for artists, regular juried exhibitions, art activities and much more!
13
Start:Wildflower Day Spa
Abilene, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
Wildflower Day Spa offers all the big city services you've come to expect from a day spa in a small town atmosphere. We strive to use organic and natural products in all of our services and treatments. We offer couples, deep tissue, sports, trigger point, prenatal and Swedish massage. We offer deluxe manicures and pedicures using 5 free polish. Our estheticians do waxing, sugaring and specialty organic facials. You can also get a sauna or body salt or sugar scrub or a mud wrap on our wet table.
14
Start:Chicken Farm Art Center
San Angelo, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
A cornerstone of the art community in San Angelo, The Chicken Farm Art Center was founded in 1971 to promote the arts, artists, and art education in West Texas. We have 15+ resident artist studios, a restaurant, B&B, and host art and music events throughout the year. Events: First Saturday Art Festival - The First Saturday of every month join us for amazing Art, Live Music, and Food Second Thursday Concerts - May-October - Free concert featuring local musicians in a comfortable evening setting Annual Open House - Thanksgiving Weekend - This three day art festival features our resident studio artists, invited artists, and musicians. All events are indoor/outdoor. We also have an amazing B&B, the Inn at The Art Center, stay with us for a unique get-away or a stay-cation if your local. While you're here check out the fantastic menu options at the Silo House Restaurant, the chefs are ready to cook up a splendid bistro lunch or a reservation dinner Fri-Sat evening.
15
Start:SUP Abilene Lake Fort Phantom Kayak Rentals
Abilene, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
We rent kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards. We have a sandy beach with sand volleyball, horseshoes, and a gazebo for shade. The place has amazing views, which includes sunrise and sunset attractions. We rent by the hour or by the day. We also have reservations for your next birthday, graduation, family reunion, or team build. Visit our website or call for details and pictures.
16
Start:The Spa
Fredericksburg, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
Beautifully detailed and constructed of the finest materials, this 5,000-square-foot spa features multiple treatment rooms including a couples room, esthetician room, hand and foot treatment room, relaxing lounge, waiting area, sun patio, and locker rooms with far infrared saunas, and showers. Nature's Spa is located at The Fredericksburg Herb Farm, also at the Farm we have Sunday Haus Cottages where you can stay and relax in a comfortable garden environment; The Farm Haus Bistro, a fine restaurant, and the Poet's Haus Gift Shop, offering garden and gift items as well as candles, lotions, soaps and much more that are formulated on-site! In addition to these things guests can enjoy our gardens where fresh ingredients are grown and used in our restaurant and much more is grown simply for your enjoyment!
17
Start:Fredericksburg Theater Company
Fredericksburg, Texas·
5.0
(97) review
Besides excellent restaurants, shopping, and wineries, Fredericksburg is also home to the finest live theater in the Texas Hill Country. Now in their 21st season, this much-acclaimed and award-winning theater is known for their block-busting Broadway musicals, side-busting comedies, and thrilling dramas. FTC is in production over 300 days a year, presenting 7 main stage productions as well as a full slate of Special Events; with renowned guest artists, musicians, and comedy acts performing to packed houses. With over 60% of their audience from outside of Gillespie County, the Fredericksburg Theater Company is the destination for live entertainment in Fredericksburg.
18
Start:Creekside Cinemas 14
New Braunfels, Texas·
4.0
(13) review
214 Creekside Way, New Braunfels, TX 78130-6389
19
Start:Luling Icehouse Pottery
Luling, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
1115 E Davis St, Luling, TX 78648-2705
20
Start:Padre Island National Seashore
Corpus Christi, Texas·
4.5
(1905) review
A 15-minute drive from downtown Corpus Christi transports you to this magnificent 70-mile stretch of white sand beach, scenic dunes and warm ocean water, offering ideal conditions for swimming, fishing, beach-combing, windsurfing, camping, bird-watching and viewing wildlife.
21
Start:McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
McAllen, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
29th and Zinnia, McAllen, TX
22
Start:Boot Company Bar & Grill
Raymondville, Texas·
4.0
(7) review
205 E Hidalgo Ave, Raymondville, TX 78580-2539
23
Start:Brownsville Historic Battlefield Trail
Brownsville, Texas·
4.5
(8) review
Paredes Line Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
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