Texas Travel Awards – Page 13 – Texas Travel Awards

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Food Festival or Event

Food Festival or Event | Big Market

#SaveTheTacos (Arlington) The Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau’s campaign encourages people to not let PTO days go unused and instead to take the days to enjoy life by simply eating tacos. The campaign began with photo submissions of favorite taco…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Food Festival or Event

Food Festival or Event | Small Market

Spirits of the West Wine & Beef Festival (Alpine) Spend two days at this Alpine festival where local chefs and agriculture producers collaborate to showcase the flavors of the Big Bend region. Savor West Texas beef paired with Texas wine,…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Destination Social Media Account

Destination Social Media Account | Big Market

Destination Bryan (Bryan) With a mix of clever reels, innovative video content, and in-depth blurbs, @destinationbryan has quickly become the authority on places to dine, things to do, and can’t-miss events in Bryan. The Instagram account is a one-stop shop…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Destination Social Media Account

Destination Social Media Account | Small Market

Hill Country Mile (Boerne) Lined with colorful historic buildings that house more than 80 shops, galleries, and restaurants, Boerne’s “Texas-sized mile” was made for beautiful reels and photography. Boasting 10,000 followers, the @hillcountrymile Instagram account draws in visitors and locals…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Destination Marketing Campaign

Destination Marketing Campaign | Big Market

Our Bottlenecks Are Better Than Theirs (San Angelo) With a lineup of videos and illustrated print advertisements, San Angelo’s “Our Bottlenecks Are Better Than Theirs” campaign plays on the frustration and time wasted on traffic in other metropolitan destinations. In…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Destination Marketing Campaign

Destination Marketing Campaign | Mid Market

The Temple Ticket (Temple) The Temple Ticket provides visitors an opportunity to discover what the quaint Texas town has to offer in a brand-new way, engaging readers to learn more about events and local attractions. The digital publication puts out…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Event

Community Event | Big Market

First Friday (Bryan) On the First Friday of every month, the streets of downtown Bryan fill with live music, art demonstrations, performances, and interactive events and activities. Created in 2005, First Friday has evolved into a multi-faceted production. Find freshly…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Event

Community Event | Mid Market

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom (Baytown) Commemorating the 1865 emancipation of enslaved people, the Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom is a free outdoor festival featuring live music, children’s activities, food vendors, shopping, and art booths. The event, which is spearheaded by a…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, By Population, Event

Community Event | Small Market

Alpine Christmas Stroll (Alpine) Reminiscent of Sul Ross Avenue’s magical holiday decor in the ’70s, the Alpine Christmas Stroll knits the community together through music, sweets, and thousands of luminarias. High school bands and choirs lead the caroling, while crowds…

June 19, 2023 2023 Winners, Bar, By Population

Bar | Big Market

Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn (New Braunfels) Like its namesake cocktail, this dimly lit lounge in the heart of New Braunfels exudes a classic appeal and refined elegance. Discover this hidden gem by ducking into the basement floor of the…