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In historic times, signs posting "G.T.T." or "Gone To
Texas" hung in windows all across America advertising the flurry
of migration to the promise out West. Today, the tradition continues
as people gravitate to this great state in pursuit of the undeniably
unique spirit that could only belong to Texas.
Economic Development and Tourism markets Texas and promotes the opportunities that anyone can find within our borders. Whether permanently relocating a business or simply planning a weekend get-away, our office serves to showcase Texas and facilitate your arrival. View the Texas: Wide Open For Business brochure.
Business
Governor Rick Perry is committed to keeping Texas at the forefront of emerging markets and industries. Economic development tools including the $295 million Enterprise Fund and Texas Economic Development Bank are already at work creating jobs for Texans.
Market Texas Business ensures that state resources are implemented to encourage new business success. Relocating to Texas means adding competitive advantage: proximity to strategic markets including Mexico, excellent infrastructure, skilled workforce and favorable business climate.
- Relocating to Texas from another state? Contact Domestic Expansion and Recruitment.
- Examining finance incentive programs? Contact the Texas Economic Development Bank and learn more about the Texas Enterprise Fund.
- Interested in exporting? Contact International Trade.
- Starting a small business? Contact the Small Business Advocate.
- Need data on Texas markets? Contact Business Research.
Tourism
Texas is a premier travel destination. Texas, It's Like A Whole Other Country.® is the award-winning domestic marketing campaign that says it all. Mexico and Latin America know the Lone Star State as Texas. De Todo Un Poco. Y Mas.® (Texas. A little of everything. And more.)
Visit TravelTex.com to view Texas web cams, find information on favorite Texas towns, customize a trip, learn about great deals and experience the adventure Texas has to offer. You can also order a FREE Texas State Travel Guide, Texas Accommodations Guide and Texas Official Travel Map, and sign up for the TravelTex E-mail Newsletter.
- Planning a trip to Texas? For information on cities, activities and events visit www.TravelTex.com.
- Want to learn more about Tourism advertising? Contact Advertising.
- Want to learn more about Tourism public relations? Contact Public Relations.
- Curious about Tourism trends, issues and statistics? Contact Travel Research.