Play La Cantera
La Cantera's two public courses offer challenging approaches and breathtaking scenery. The San Antonio course has shown up on numerous "best of" lists, including Golfweek and Conde Nast Traveler.
Westin La Cantera Resort
16641 La Cantera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 558-4653
www.lacanteragolfclub.com/
Go Underground
Drive 30 minutes north of San Antonio to check out the Natural Bridge Caverns. The national landmark features exploration, rock climbing, fossil hunts and more.
Natural Bridge Caverns
26495 Natural Bridge Cavern Road
Natural Bridge Caverns, TX 78266
(210) 651-6101
www.naturalbridgecaverns.com
Harvey Penick Golf Campus
Bring the kids to Austin and check out the Harvey Penick Golf Campus. The unique spot features an 18-hole course, along with programs to teach life skills to youngsters through the game of golf.
Harvey Penick Golf Campus
5501 Ed Bluestein Blvd.
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1100
http://www.harveypenickgc.com
Head Southwest
For cutting edge culture, check out South by Southwest in Austin. Each March, the event draws thousands of people to hear the latest bands, watch independent films and discuss the future of interactive technology.
SXSW HEADQUARTERS
P.O. Box 4999
Austin, TX 78765
Phone: (512) 467-7979
sxsw.com
On The Wild Side
See something really wild at Cameron Park Zoo in Waco. Walk the grounds and view species in habitats remarkably close to their home environments. The Zoo is recognized for its preservation of endangered species, including black lemurs and king vultures.
Cameron Park Zoo
1701 North 4th Street
Waco, TX 76707
(254) 750-8400
http://www.cameronparkzoo.com
The Last Frontier
Texas was once the frontier. Today, the Houston Space Center explores the last frontier. Kids will enjoy a look inside Mission Control and the interactive Kid's Space Place.
Space Center Houston
1601 NASA Parkway
Houston, Texas 77058
(281) 244-2100
Another Gem
Looking for a fun and challenging course in the Dallas area? Check out Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine. The daily fee course was named one of the top 50 courses for women by "Golf for Women" magazine.
Cowboys Golf Club
1600 Fairway Drive
Grapevine, Texas 76051
(817) 481-7277
www.cowboysgolfclub.com
Golf Expo
Each February, the North Texas Golf Expo offers seminars and private lessons with top course and PGA pros. Take advantage of one-on-one swing analysis or visit the display floor, featuring hundreds of exhibitors.
All the Best
Like to play Muirfield? Doral? Both in the same day? Tour 18 Dallas recreates the world's greatest golf holes. The challenge is waiting for you in suburban Flower Mound.
Tour 18 Dallas
8718 Amen Corner
Flower Mound, TX 75022
(800) 946.5310
www.tour18-dallas.com
Finally, Don't Forget . . .
The Alamo has served as a mission,battlefield and symbol of liberty. More than 2.5 million people visit each year to explore one of America's most famous battle sites and historical landmarks.
About The Author
James Bolger has spent two decades writing on health, nutrition, golf, fitness, travel, insurance, and more. Bolger served as managing editor for "Maturity Matters," a newsletter on senior lifestyles, and "Your Health and Fitness," a consumer health magazine. He has also written on health and medical research for academic medical centers. Bolger earned his Bachelor of Arts in communications/English from DePaul University.
