A Texas pipe dream
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A personal narrative is presented of the city of Houston in Texas, United States. Now the fourth largest city in the country, it was developed around the oil industry and the cultural and intellectual interests of the early oilmen are still evident in the city.
Publication Name: National Geographic Traveler
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0747-0932
Year: 2001
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Texas fun in fiesta town; pick an ordinary day, and San Antonio will happily turn it into a party
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San Antonio, TX, manifests its Latin influence in its fondness for revelry. 'Celebrate everything' would be an apt motto for the city since its residents do not need much of an excuse to throw a party. San Antonio's many attractions are cited.
Publication Name: National Geographic Traveler
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0747-0932
Year: 1999
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Austin
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A description is presented of the attractions which are available to tourists in the city of Austin in Texas. The future of the city, its association with high technology industries and its culture are discussed.
Publication Name: National Geographic Traveler
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0747-0932
Year: 2001
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