Blue Bell Creameries is the manufacturer of Blue Bell brand ice cream, which was founded in 1907. The creameries is located at Brenham, Texas. The company was originally name as Brenham Creamery Company and changed to Blue Bell Creameries after the common wildflower BlueBell that thrive in summer, by E. F. Kruse in 1930.
Blue Bell produces over 250 different frozen products. Of these, 66 are flavors of ice cream. Twenty of the flavors are offered year-round, while an additional two to three dozen are offered seasonally. In addition to ice cream, the company produces frozen yogurt, sherbet, and an array of frozen treats on a stick. Blue Bell offers a "true" half gallon (64 oz/1.89 L) container, a fact it mentions prominently in its advertising.
And yes, they give you free ice cream at the end of the tour, woo hoo!
The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum is the presidential library of George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States. It was dedicated on November 6, 1997 and opened to the public shortly thereafter. It is located on a 90-acre (360,000 m2) site on the west campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. The Library and Museum is situated on a plaza adjoining the Presidential Conference Center and the George Bush School of Government and Public Service. It operates under the administration of the NARA under the provisions of the Presidential Libraries Act of 1955 .
(Stupid truck ruin the picture... )
Messina Hof located at Bryan, Texas is a Texas-based winery that was founded by Merrill and Paul Bonarrigo in 1977, making it the third oldest winery in the state. The winery's name is derived from Messina, Sicily, and Hof, Germany, from where the families of Paul and Merril Bonarrigo originate.
Messina Hof produces 250,000 US gallons (950,000 l) of wine which is distributed over ten states and four countries from their vineyard which covers more than 250 acres (100 ha) at over 3,700 feet (1,100 m) in elevation. The vineyard grows Black Spanish, Pinot Grigio and Sangiovese grapes which are all suited to the local climate, which is similar to the European wine making region of Burgundy.
Did I mentioned about the wine tasting? They demonstrate how to taste white and red wine. And of course we taste, and drink heck lots of it. It's just so much fun!
Texas State Capital is located in Austin, Texas and is the fourth building in Austin to serve as the seat of Texas government. It houses the chambers of the Texas Legislature and the office of the governor of Texas. It was originally designed in 1881 by architect Elijah E. Myers, who was fired in 1886, and was constructed from 1882–88 under the direction of civil engineer Reuben Lindsay Walker. A $75 million underground extension was completed in 1993. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1986. It is the largest, but not the tallest, state capitol building in the United States. The Texas state capitol is 308 ft (94 m) tall.
The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum is one of 13 presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration. The library houses 45 million pages of historical documents, including the papers of Lyndon Baines Johnson and those of his close associates and others. The library, adjacent to the LBJ School of Public Affairs, occupies 14 acres (57,000 m²) on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin. The top floor of the library has a 7/8ths scale replica of the Oval Office decorated as it was during Johnson's presidency. The museum provides year-round public viewing of its permanent historical and cultural exhibits and its many traveling exhibits. The library is the only presidential library not to charge admission.
I learned a lot from this library and this president. A great man who has done so much as an educator but unfortunately dominated by unpopular Vietnam war.
Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside Lake Austin in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. It is also one of the highest points in the city, there is an incredible view of Lake Austin and the downtown skyline right by the picnic tables. Legend has it that the 99 steps to the top hold enchanting qualities: if a couple climbs the mount once, they fall in love, twice, and they become engaged; three times, and they are destined to be married.
This picture is taken during sunset. The view at this time is exceptional beautiful. And there is a secret place that has the best view. Pay attention to small detail and go find out!
The Congress Bridge over Town Lake houses approximately one and a half million bats in mid-summer. In the spring, the pregnant female makes her way north to roosting sites in the Southwestern United States. They each give birth to a baby and at five weeks of age the pups can fly. Hundreds of people line the bridge at dusk to catch a rare glimpse of the bats as they leave the bridge for their nightly feeding. It may take up to 45 minutes for all the bats to exit. They will consume between 10,000 and 30,000 pounds of insects each night.
Zilker Park - Check out the hike and bike trails, picnic facilities, Zilker Botanical Garden , canoe rentals, soccer fields, sand volleyball courts, riverboat rides on Town Lake, concerts, festivals and even a miniature train. The wide-open stretches of grass in this park are just minutes from the downtown area. There is plenty of room and various diversions for the kids, so you can get a sun tan, take long walks by the river or just curl up with a book down by the river.
You can also find one of Austin's finest attractions, Barton Springs Pool which is the perfect outing for those hot Texas days or even the cool ones. Maintaining a comfortable 68 degrees Farenheit year 'round, you will enjoy a 100-percent natural swimming experience with no chlorine. The grassy hillsides and moss-covered rocks are perfect for sunbathing.
The Salt Lick restaurant! They got some mouth-watering, world-renowned Bar-B-Que with you - alongside an extra portion of Texas Hill Country hospitality. The Roberts family recipes have roots back to the wagon trains in the mid-1800’s. We want you to enjoy the same warm atmosphere and delicious Bar-B-Que they savored around the campfire. Serving Austin, Round Rock, and the entire Central Texas area.
My friend actually drove around 20 minutes just to bring me to eat at this place. People actually bring their own beer and enjoy while waiting in line (usually about 30 minutes wait). The food is very delicious and I totally agree with my friend that it worth the drive!
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