Daynara Gutierrez

Sep 4, 2024 | texashighways.com | Daynara Gutierrez |Danielle Lopez

Chain hotels are as ubiquitous in the Rio Grande Valley as palm trees. Whether looking for a historic stay or a birder’s paradise, travelers seeking lodging with unique character may have to search a bit, but it’s well worth the effort. At Alpaquita Ranch, one of the RGV’s more recent novelties, guests are greeted by friendly, free-roaming alpacas adorned with bows and bandannas. Located in Monte Alto, Alpaquita offers two cabins: the Casa Suri and Casa Huacaya.

Feb 16, 2024 | texashighways.com | Daynara Gutierrez |Danielle Lopez

Odds are, if you’ve scattered chorizo across a breakfast taco or indulged in gooey strands of choriqueso at a restaurant, the smoky protein at the heart of the dish was produced by Chorizo De San Manuel. Arguably the Rio Grande Valley’s most iconic brand, it can now be found on grocery store shelves from Hawaii to Maine—and even overseas.

Aug 15, 2023 | texashighways.com | Daynara Gutierrez

The sound of “Good Time” by Alan Jackson pours out the doors of a small, red-and-black trimmed building in north McAllen. It’s 11 p.m. on a Friday night and people are lined up out the door waiting to be admitted, decked in their worn-out boots, button-up shirts, and outfits adorned with fringe. Inside, dance partners, both young and old, twirl and glide around the floor as a live band prepares for their set.

Jun 23, 2023 | texashighways.com | Daynara Gutierrez

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