If you’ve never been to a rodeo show, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo may be just the destination for you this Spring Break.

The Livestock Show and Rodeo has been entertaining visitors for over seventy years. It is known as having the “world’s largest livestock exhibition” and is considered one of the best entertainment venues in Texas.

Beginning March 3 through March 22, this is one Spring Break vacation you will remember for a lifetime.

To begin with, there are the exciting rodeo competitions and livestock competitions where exhibitors from across the U.S. compete in categories such as “From Bulls to Llamas” and for the title of champion.

In addition, there is a World Championship Barbeque contest (which begins on February 26th to the 28th), entertainment, parades, shopping, and a variety of activities that will leave you exhausted by the end of the day. There are horse shows, wine shows, concerts, and more.

Moreover, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo offers Value Days. On every Wednesday in March, you will be able to acquire the following:

* $10 Value Day Rodeo/Concert Ticket in the upper level of Reliant Stadium (includes Reliant Park     admission). Choose from the three Wednesday superstar entertainers and championship rodeo action.

* $20 Value Day Package (includes Reliant Park admission). Choose from the following:

• Three Wednesday superstar entertainers (upper level ticket in Reliant Stadium)
• Championship rodeo action
• Free Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 75th Anniversary Commemorative Cookbook (for the first 5,000 orders of four tickets or more — available while supplies last — purchases must be made at the Show’s Ticket Window only)
• One Prince’s hamburger or one personal Papa John’s pizza in Reliant Stadium
• One Coca-Cola product fountain drink in Reliant Stadium
• Two carnival ride coupons

There are also games, food and select ride specials.

* $5 off official Rodeo merchandise with $25 purchase, one half-price pony ride, one half-price pony ride photo, and one petting zoo feed cone.

* $5 Value Day Reliant Park Admission (does not include rodeo/concert admission).

* Free Value Day Reliant Park Admission (for seniors, 60 and over, and children, 12 and under — does not include rodeo/concert admission).

* $5 Value Day Miller Lite Main Street Lot Parking (available until 3 p.m. each Wednesday).

Check out the Houston Livestock and Rodeo website. This is a Spring Break vacation that is jam-packed with events and great fun for the entire family!

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Tourists have flocked to Florida’s northwest Gulf Coast and sun and fun spots at Panama City Beach, Fort Walton Beach, and Pensacola Beach since World War II,. Every year those visitors number in the millions. Florida’s Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast describes the rise of early developments, such as Long Beach Resort, and major tourist attractions, such as the Gulfarium and the Miracle Strip Amusement Park.

In a style that informs and entertains adding to that, heartfelt nostalgia and a dose of tongue-in-cheek, author, Tim Hollis reminisces on the place that was and why it needs to be remembered. He covers the motels and tourist cottages; the restaurants, such as Captain Anderson’s and Staff’s; the intricate miniature golf courses, such as Goofy Golf and its many imitators. He takes special delight in recovering the memories of those quirky businesses that now exist only in faded photographs and aging postcards, such wacky tourist traps as Castle Dracula, Petticoat Junction, Tombstone Territory, and the Snake-A-Torium.

In Florida’s Miracle Strip, Hollis examines how this area became known as the “Miracle Strip,” and how the local chambers of commerce got so tired of that image that the name gradually fell into disuse. The book is illustrated with an abundance of vintage photos and advertisements, most of which have not been seen in print since their original appearances. For the sentimential who loves revisiting the past or the snowbird, Florida’s Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast will be a welcome traveling companion.

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For a Spring Break vacation, Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico.

Packed with incredible white-sand beaches, along with the Mexican culture, most college students will simply stake a claim on a section of the beach and remain there for the duration of the trip.

Those who love shopping and other recreational activities can take a trip to Tequila or attend concerts, visit craft shops and explore the many pieces of sand sculptures that are proudly displayed along the beachfront.

A four star hotel may offer the following package starting at $550.00 including airfare:

• All rooms feature central air conditioning and mini-bar
• Satellite television reception
• Telephones and wireless Internet
• Restaurant
• No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
• Pool
• Fitness Center or Spa
• Bar/Lounge
• 24 Hour Front Desk
• Beach
• Room Service
• Concierge
• Shops/Commercial Services
• Barber/Beauty Shop
• Spa Services

In addition, Puerto Vallarta has the cleanest water in Mexico.  The water is treated and purified, but the distribution system is not so perfect.  In most hotels and restaurants, you will get purified water – if in doubt, always ask. You can purchase bottled water as well.

If you are a nature lover, then a must-see visit to Cuale Waterfalls should be added to your list of things to do. It takes about four hours to get there, but it is well worth the trip. Once you arrive you can take a dip in the many pools that lie beneath the waterfalls. Or you can take a horseback ride through the Sierra Madre Mountains and enjoy the beautiful landscape and scenery.

For a great Spring Break vacation, book early! Contact your travel agent soon to reserve your spot on one of the great beaches of Puerto Vallarta.

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