Traveling along the southern U.S. coast during the summer or fall? There are steps you can take before you leave home, and after you arrive at your destination, to be better prepared in case a tropical storm or hurricane intrudes on your vacation.

Find out what the locals do when they spend the day on this popular south Texas island.

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Interested in a travel destination with rolling hills, wildflowers, winding rivers, historic towns and comfortable bed and breakfast inns? Then, let´s explore what this beautiful region of Texas has to offer.

Add this local favorite to your list of places to check out on you next trip to Dallas, Texas.