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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go-they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! <p>Let Frommer's guide you through the sophisticated cities, glorious beaches, rolling hills, and dusty plains of Texas. Frommer's offers up-to-date coverage of all the Lone Star state's highlights -- hot music scenes, world-class museums, excellent bird watching, hiking in national parks, cafes, honky-tonks, small towns, sprawling cities, wineries, surf 'n' sand, and more. Inside you'll find candid, detailed reviews of the very best dining and accommodations; insider tips on shopping; information on Texas history and culture; and a "gloss'ry" to teach you how to talk like a Texan. We offer a wealth of sightseeing tips, outdoor recreation advice, and special moments--from highlights for the first-time visitor to off-the-beaten-track discoveries that will impress even the most seasoned traveler.</p>