Photographer: Kevin Stillman

In South Texas at mile marker 18 on Interstate 35, one of the 12 Texas Travel Information Centers operated by the Texas Department of Transportation for the convenience of the traveling public. Uniformed, professional travel counselors welcome visitors and provide a wealth of free literature, information, and suggestions to make every Texas trip more pleasant.

Working with the Texas Official Travel Map, counselors expertly chart routes to any area of Texas. They point out the most convenient short-line directions, or leisurely scenic drives to your destination. They supply comprehensive state-wide travel publications, plus detailed brochures about points of interest, attractions, and recreational areas along the way. All of those services are free.

To speak to a professional travel counselor for travel information and trip planning assistance, call 800/452-9292 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. central time, daily. Travelers may also call for 24-hour automated road condition information and seasonal reports on locations of scenic spring wildflowers and fall foliage. 15551 Interstate 35 North at U.S. 83.