Dallas, Texas
So many people who inhabit the Dallas area aren't native Texans. But, as the saying goes, they got here as fast as they could.
Although the reasons for Big D's attraction are many, lush landscapes and wonderful year-round weather no doubt top the list.
Dallas vacations can begin and end without ever leaving the city. Just a stone's throw from the reflecting, glass-encased skyscrapers you'll find daytime distractions such as museums, zoos, shops, parks and lakes. Your day can then continue long after the sun sets, if you wish, thanks to a large collection incredibly romantic restaurants and hotspots where locals go to see and be seen.
Meanwhile, lake recreation and small-town charm reside just a few miles in either direction of the Metroplex. Granbury, about 30 miles southwest of Fort Worth, offers an ideal combination of small-town Texas history and big-lake Texas fun. The Bridgeport and Tyler areas also provide opportunities to relax and rediscover lakeside living.
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Wyndham Hotel Dallas
Be sheltered. At Wyndham Dallas Love Field, you may only be a quarter of a mile from the airport but the only time you'll know it is when you're headed there. You see, the guestrooms are amazingly soundproof and after a thoughtful $13 million renovation, perfectly inviting. You'll find comfortable groups of seating in our soaring 26-foot atrium to welcome you, and complimentary Wi-Fi everywhere - even in the sports bar. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Dallas, most things the great city has to offer are remarkably close.
Wingate by Wyndham Dallas/Love Field
Designed in a timeless, attractive, classic, and distinctive prototypical design, featuring interior corridors, premium telecommunications, oversized rooms and FREE WIRELESS HIGH SPEED INTERNET CONNECTIVITY, the Wingate by Wyndham is a great home away from home. Wingate is proud to offer a host of valuable amenities at no extra cost to you.
Live large. Think Big. Experience Dallas. The hustle and bustle of this Texas-sized metropolis is at your fingertips when you visit the Wingate by Wyndham Dallas Market Center.
Hawthorne Suites Dallas/Love Field Airport
Hawthorn Suites Dallas/Love Field Airport offers spacious and comfortably appointed Apartments with Free WiFi. Each Apartment is fully furnished, with living and sleeping areas, a fireplace and a full kitchen. Guests are also welcome to enjoy the Outdoor Pool, a Fitness and Exercise center, Bar-b-que Pit and a Guest Laundry Facility. Be sure to check out the Wednesday Evening Social Hour, a great way to meet other travelers and unwind after a day of exploring.
Ramada Limited - Dallas Market Center
The Ramada Limited - Dallas Market Center features newly renovated guest rooms that include a deluxe Serta Concierge mattresses, desk or activity table, High Speed Wireless Internet, and bathrooms are newly equipped with the famous Ramada Curved Showers and Moen Revolution Showerheads, and feature Ramada Citrus Ginger Spa Amenities.
Guests are invited to enjoy a Deluxe Continental Breakfast in the hotel lobby, take a swim in the outdoor pool, or relax on the hotel sundeck. With numerous restaurants and shops within walking distance, the Ramada Limited offers guests a great location at a great price.
What to do:
The Trains at NorthPark - Benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, the trains have been a holiday celebration staple since 1987. Each year, toussands of people watch as more than 35 'O' gauge trains travel on a magical miniature journey across America, past the Golden Gate bridge, Mount Rushmore, and the Dallas skyline before taking in Times Square and Washington, D.C.
The trains will be hitting the tracks from November 21 - January 3, 2010.
Christmas Boat Parade and Bonfire - This annual holiday event is a favorite around the region and features a variety of decorated ships, a celebratory bonfire and a fireworks display.
The Lantern Light at Heritage Farmstead - Heritage Farmstead, a pretentious yet practical farmhouse built in 1891 on a 365 acre spread, is now a living museum of of agricultural history.
This 4.5 acre historic farm complex celebrates the season with the Lantern Light event that includes live entertainment, storytelling by the North Forty Storytellers, crafts and games for children, mule drawn wagon rides and covered wagon rides. This is a great holiday celebration for families with young kids.
Travel Tips:
Use the "super shuttle" to take you to your destination from the airport. Clean, fast, reliable and can purchase round trip tickets.
- Karen, Wyndham Worldwide
The shopping in Dallas is fantastic. North Park Mall, the Galleria, and all area malls have every type of shopper's needs. In addition the holiday decorations are phenomenal. Holiday in the Park is at Six Flags over Texas. Marshall, which is two short hours away, is known all over Texas as the city of lights at Christmas time. The entire East Texas town is decorated in Christmas lights.
- Jenn, Wyndham Hotel Group
