It's been several months in the making but the newly designed East To West Group Tour Manual has finally arrived. If you are a Group Tour Planner and would like a FREE copy of the Manual please send a request to MaryRamos@ETTA.com. We only request that you pay a nominal $2.50 in postage.
If you would like to be included on the FAM Tour Program please feel free to email or call our office at (903) 757-4444. We hope you enjoy the newest addition to the East Texas Tourism publications. Read more...
Great Texas Balloon Race - Longview TX
It's a world class event attracting the very best competitive pilots from across the United States and the world. Considered by many of the pilots that compete at the Great Texas Balloon Race to be the best run event on the circuit, the Great Texas Balloon Race earned Longview the official designation as 'The Balloon Capital of Texas' by the Governor of Texas in 1985.
Balloon Flights begin the event on Friday morning with a flight over the City of Longview. Launch and landing sites change each year as they are always determined by wind and the weather. Balloon Glows on Friday and Saturday night entertain crowds with an awesome display of color and excitement. One of the most popular things to do at the event as the public is able to get up close and watch how balloons are inflated and operate.Live Concerts in the afternoon and evening both Friday and Saturday always feature an entertaining band as the headliner. Local and regional bands play during the day. Read more...
An Update from Galveston.com Regarding Oil Spill in Gulf
Galveston City officials and the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau are closely monitoring the oil spill off the Louisiana coast. Both entities are in close contact with the Coast Guard and state officials. The Island will be informed of any changes to the direction of the spill. *At this time, Galveston has not been affected by oil or tar and no tar balls have been reported.
*Galveston's newly re-nourished beaches are ready for visitors this summer season. There are no official warnings that the Texas coast will be impacted.
*Galveston's beaches are still looking great and the concern is still minimal about oil reaching Galveston. *Any visitors with concerns are encouraged to contact the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau at 409-797-5123, 888-425-4753 or check the webcams on the Galveston.com. For updates on specifics about the oil spill please contact NOAA officials directly. Read more...
Berry-picking season begins
Berry-picking season has started at farms in North and East Texas including Greer Farm near Daingerfield. The first berries to ripen there are blackberries, followed quickly by blueberries. Visitors may pick their own berries for about $3 a pound or purchase picked berries. Sid and Eva Greer also grow figs, plums and other crops and offer cooking classes. Grass-finished beef is another specialty, and they have cabins that may be rented by individuals or groups. The family practices sustainable agriculture on the 400-acre farm, which means they preserve natural resources while operating a profitable farm. You'll find plenty of information and numerous photos on the website and blog (www.greerfarm.com/blog ), including images of blackberries that were picked recently.
Daingerfield is about 135 miles northeast of Dallas in Morris County.
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Submit Your Event!
We've added a new feature to our website! You can now submit your event directly to our online East Texas Guide Calendar of Events.
To submit a new event, click on 'Calendar of Events', on the left side of our homepage, then follow the appropriate link from there.
Once we receive your event we will review and approve it and you should expect to see your new event online within 2 business days. Please feel free to contact us at info@etta.com or (903)757-4444 if you have any questions. Read more...
It's been several months in the making but the newly designed East To West Group Tour Manual has finally arrived.
It's a world class event attracting the very best competitive pilots from across the United States and the world.
We've added a new feature to our website! You can now submit your event directly to our online East Texas Guide Calendar of Events.
