Reynosa holiday celebration draws a surge of cross-border visitors to historic downtown
City officials say upgraded plazas, cultural programming, and federal traveler assistance are helping boost seasonal commerce.... Read more »
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Brownsville is hunting for a hotel developer for the Gladys Porter Zoo expansion
The city of Brownsville is hunting for a development partner for the future hotel, which would overlook the Gladys Porter... Read more »
Here’s how much more traffic could be driving in the Rio Grande Valley this Thanksgiving
The three busiest travel days around Thanksgiving brought more than 44,000 drivers down U.S. 281 into Hidalgo County last year.... Read more »
South Padre Island residents say a second causeway could reshape access to the popular beach destination — if it ever gets built
The long-delayed project could boost tourism and safety, but funding and federal approvals remain major obstacles.... Read more »
New $13M hotel breaks ground in Harlingen amid rising demand for long-term stays
The 124-room property, set to open in fall 2026, will cater to contractors, Winter Texans, and traveling professionals drawn to... Read more »
Coming soon: The Valley’s only nighttime golf course to open in Mission after $2 million investment
Mission's “Starlight” project is transforming nine holes at the Shary Municipal Golf Course into a lighted attraction expected to bring... Read more »
McAllen sets sights on regional tourism with $230 million Boeye Reservoir development
City officials expect the mixed-use waterfront project to draw 460,000 visitors annually, generate $35.6 million in yearly spending, and support... Read more »
California investors plan $14M Marriott near SpaceX launch site in Brownsville
The project reflects Brownsville’s hotel boom as SpaceX launches attract about 11,000 visitors per test flight to the city.... Read more »
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