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...
Ellis Home Decor & Garden
This months feature business is Ellis Home Decor & Garden in Longview, TX. Ellis is a family-owned company that has spanned five generations dating back to its roots in Marshall, Texas with Ellis' great-great grandfather as founder. There are currently 5 stores in Texas and Louisiana. The stores offer a broad selection of distinctive merchandise, including giftware, custom framing, floral department with floral designers on staff, wedding shop, candle shop and the boutique that offers unique clothing and accessories. There's a year round greenhouse in all of the stores with seasonal plants, shrubs, trees, bedding plants, tropicals, garden accessories andnovelties. Each of the stores boasts the largest displays of seasonal fall and Christmas items. You'll find a relaxed, comfortable environment where you can browse home decor, plants, candles, clothing, jewelry, purses, and much more.
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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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Help Plant a tree in Texas!
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...
Big Time Texas Game Hunts!
Big Time Texas Hunts offers seven premium hunt packages on some of the finest private ranches and prime wildlife management areas in the state.
All proceeds from Big Time Texas Hunts go to support wildlife conservation, habitat management, and hunting on both public and private lands. If you win, you will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime hunt. If your name is not drawn, you'll still know that your support helps the important work of wildlife conservation in Texas.
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It's been several months in the making but the newly designed East To West Group Tour Manual has finally arrived.
This months feature business is Ellis Home Decor & Garden in Longview, TX.
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.
