Holiday travel in Texas doesn’t have to be stressful. By planning alternate routes, avoiding overly crowded stops, traveling during off-peak times, and embracing the slower, scenic roads, you can make the journey as enjoyable as the destination.

Small towns like these remind us of the value of slowing down, of stepping outside the rush of modern life to appreciate what’s been here all along. These communities, often just a blip on the map, are full of character, pride, and history.