IPW 2023 Familiarization Trip Itinerary

Post IPW 2023 FAMs

May 25 – 28, 2023

Let’s Explore the Lone Star State!

There’s only one Texas, and no two trips are alike.

You are invited to come experience our breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, vibrant culinary and cultural offerings and make your own memorable trip to Texas.

Travel Texas and Partners will host six Trade & Media FAMs to showcase the great state of Texas between May 25 – 28, 2023.

Please Note: Space is limited and all tour operators and journalists interested in joining one of the FAMs needs to register and be APPROVED. Tour fee for tour operators: $150 (Non-refundable).

Deadline for submitting your request for approval: March 17th, 2023

QUESTIONS? Contact Travel Texas

Tour Options

Buyers and Media may request one of the following tours:

Option 1 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Sports and Corks - Arlington and Grapevine

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Tour the home stadiums of MLB’s Texas Rangers and NFL’s Dallas Cowboys
Get an up close and personal home tour of the Dallas Cowboys number one fan
Explore unique boutiques, galleries and vintage attractions, including the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, in Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District
Savor the flavors of culinary, wine and craft brew tours
Experience the live music scene available in both Arlington and Grapevine

Option 2 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Coast Like a Texan - Port Aransas and Corpus Christi

Return Airport: Corpus Christi International Airport (CRP)

Dolphin cruise with beach dinner seafood boil, beach fire, live music and entertainment
Golf cart tour of the Port Aransas nature preserves and parks

Relive the Wild West with a tour and cowboy lunch at iconic King Ranch
Behind the scenes tour of America’s 4th largest aquarium, the Texas State Aquarium
Immersive experiences: Riding horses on the beach, glow in the dark kayaking, and a Mariachi sunset cruise

Option 3 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Austin & the Texas Hill Country - Austin, Bandera & Fredericksburg

Return Airport: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

Spend an afternoon on horseback and enjoy the scenic trails of Mayan Ranch in Bandera- the Cowboy Capital of the World
Immerse yourself in the Austin live music scene and visit three of the Live Music Capital’s most iconic venues in one night
Watch as the world’s largest urban bat colony emerges from beneath the Congress Avenue bridge with a sunset cruise on Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin
Enjoy a Culinary & Wine Adventure in Fredericksburg, the heart of Texas Wine Country
Embrace the Dark Skies at Enchanted Rock and take in the beautiful Hill Country views at the dome’s summit

Option 4 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

From Tall Ships to Space Ships – Galveston Island & Houston

Return Airport: George Bush Interncontinental Airport (IAH)

Launch into a VIP view of Space Center Houston including an up close and personal look at the original Apollo Mission Control.
Savor some of the award-winning flavors that deem Houston the Culinary Capital of the South.
Discover mesmerizing exhibitions in the cultural heart of Houston—the Museum District.

Tour the Historic Texas Seaport home to the state’s official tall ship, the 1877 Elissa
Shop and dine in historic downtown Galveston
Immerse yourself in the Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramids at Moody Gardens

Option 5 : Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

An All-American Experience - Waco, Fort Worth & Dallas

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Explore Blues Alley and hear live music in historic Deep Ellum
Become a Cowboy at the historic Stockyards
Plan your next home makeover at Magnolia Market

Drink everything local: from Dr Pepper to frozen margaritas to local brews and even Texas whiskey!
Check out our unique American experience museums, including the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, the John Wayne Museum and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum.

Option 6 : Trade (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

An All-American Experience - Waco, Fort Worth & Dallas

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Explore Blues Alley and hear live music in historic Deep Ellum
Become a Cowboy at the historic Stockyards
Plan your next home makeover at Magnolia Market

Drink everything local: from Dr Pepper to frozen margaritas to local brews and even Texas whiskey!
Check out our unique American experience museums, including the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, the John Wayne Museum and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum.

Thank you for your interest, regitrastration for Post IPW FAM trips is now closed. Please use the contact form above if you have any additional questions.

IPW 2023 Familiarization Trip Itinerary

Post IPW 2023 FAMs

May 25 – 28, 2023

Let’s Explore the Lone Star State!

Please Note: Space is limited and all tour operators and journalists interested in joining one of the FAMs needs to register and be APPROVED. Tour fee for tour operators: $150 (Non-refundable).

Deadline for submitting your request for approval: March 17th, 2023

Tour Options

Buyers and Media may request one of the following tours:

Option 1 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Sports and Corks - Arlington and Grapevine

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Tour the home stadiums of MLB’s Texas Rangers and NFL’s Dallas Cowboys

Get an up close and personal home tour of the Dallas Cowboys number one fan

Explore unique boutiques, galleries and vintage attractions, including the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, in Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District

Savor the flavors of culinary, wine and craft brew tours

Experience the live music scene available in both Arlington and Grapevine

Option 2 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Coast Like a Texan - Port Aransas and Corpus Christi

Return Airport: Corpus Christi International Airport (CRP)

Dolphin cruise with beach dinner seafood boil, beach fire, live music and entertainment

Golf cart tour of the Port Aransas nature preserves and parks

Relive the Wild West with a tour and cowboy lunch at iconic King Ranch

Behind the scenes tour of America’s 4th largest aquarium, the Texas State Aquarium

Immersive experiences: Riding horses on the beach, glow in the dark kayaking, and a Mariachi sunset cruise

Option 3 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

Austin & the Texas Hill Country - Austin, Bandera & Fredericksburg

Return Airport: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

Spend an afternoon on horseback and enjoy the scenic trails of Mayan Ranch in Bandera- the Cowboy Capital of the World

Immerse yourself in the Austin live music scene and visit three of the Live Music Capital’s most iconic venues in one night

Watch as the world’s largest urban bat colony emerges from beneath the Congress Avenue bridge with a sunset cruise on Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin

Enjoy a Culinary & Wine Adventure in Fredericksburg, the heart of Texas Wine Country

Embrace the Dark Skies at Enchanted Rock and take in the beautiful Hill Country views at the dome’s summit

Option 4 : Trade & Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

From Tall Ships to Space Ships – Galveston Island & Houston

Return Airport: George Bush Interncontinental Airport (IAH)

Launch into a VIP view of Space Center Houston including an up close and personal look at the original Apollo Mission Control.

Savor some of the award-winning flavors that deem Houston the Culinary Capital of the South.

Discover mesmerizing exhibitions in the cultural heart of Houston—the Museum District.

Tour the Historic Texas Seaport home to the state’s official tall ship, the 1877 Elissa

Shop and dine in historic downtown Galveston

Immerse yourself in the Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramids at Moody Gardens

Option 5 : Media (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

An All-American Experience - Waco, Fort Worth & Dallas

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Explore Blues Alley and hear live music in historic Deep Ellum

Become a Cowboy at the historic Stockyards

Plan your next home makeover at Magnolia Market

Drink everything local: from Dr Pepper to frozen margaritas to local brews and even Texas whiskey!

Check out our unique American experience museums, including the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, the John Wayne Museum and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum.

Option 6 : Trade (Limit of FAM Participants: 15)

An All-American Experience - Waco, Fort Worth & Dallas

Return Airport: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Explore Blues Alley and hear live music in historic Deep Ellum

Become a Cowboy at the historic Stockyards

Plan your next home makeover at Magnolia Market

Drink everything local: from Dr Pepper to frozen margaritas to local brews and even Texas whiskey!

Check out our unique American experience museums, including the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, the John Wayne Museum and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum.