LOCAL CULTURE
Weather in Texas
Texas Weather is unpredictable; always wear layers
Tipping
Standard tipping is between 15-20 percent for services rendered
TOLLWAY
The North Dallas Tollway connects all the main major traffic arteries allowing for ease of travel.
DID YOU KNOW ?
America's Money
Did you know America's money is printed in Fort Worth, Texas? The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) operates two facilities - one in Washington, DC, and one in Fort Worth, TX. Take a tour of the facility and see millions of dollars being printed. The tour features the various steps of currency production, beginning with large, blank sheets of paper, and ending with wallet-ready bills.
Fort Worth
Fort Worth, Texas has the only daily Longhorn cattle drive in the US. Daily cattle drives begin at 11am and 4pm.
Frozen margarita
The frozen margarita was invented in Dallas on May 11, 1971 by Dallas restaurateur Mariano Martinez. Martinez modified a soft-serve ice-cream machine into the first frozen margarita machine. It is now displayed in the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History.
Horse Country Trail
Texas is the horsiest state in the nation, with an estimated 1 million equines and a Texas-sized passion for their beauty and power. Denton County is the heartbeat of horse country. More than 25,000 equines representing 80 breeds live on the county's 300 horse farms and ranches.
Restaurants
Addison Texas boasts more than 170 restaurants, per capita than any other city in the United States. Many are within a three-mile radius of the hotel.
WHAT TO PACK
Clothes
The Texas weather is unpredictable, so it's always good to pack a mixture of clothes. What's more, as buildings are air-conditioned in the Summer, you may want to bring a light wrap or sweater for indoor comfort.
Luggage
Traveler flood to the Dallas Area for shopping, remember to bring extra or empty suitcase for shopping. You'll need it.
Sunglasses
Texas sun shines bright, Sunglasses are a must for the Texas Summer, especially for drivers.