Laredo, Texas Visitor Information
A winning experience every time
From its highly acclaimed hotels to nationally recognized festivals, Laredo is an award-winning place and you don't want to miss out on this one of a kind Texas experience.
Unique to its statistic breaking growth, Laredo's hospitality industry recorded several new hotel openings over the last three years that have transformed the destination. The city now boasts more hotel rooms than ever. Recent additions include the multi-award winner Embassy Suites by Hilton, Comfort Suites, Holiday Inn Express, Homewood Suites, Staybridge Suites and the Rialto Hotel. Northside, at the globally-ranked Best Western San Isidro Inn, a new complimentary breakfast awaits its guests. Geographically, visitors now have more choices than ever with construction complete in all sectors of the City. A multi-million dollar renovation at the beautiful La Posada Hotel has enhanced the experience of staying in the heart of Laredo's historic district. In far south Laredo, a new Red Roof Inn will open its doors in 2009.
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Centrally located, the Holiday Inn Civic Center has played host to the Miss Texas USA® pageant contestants for the last four years. The five-time Emmy award winning Miss Texas USA® Pageant show lights up the stage again on June 29, 2008, where the new Miss Texas will be crowned in front of a live television audience of over 9 million households.
The community of Laredo is a 2007 All America City finalist and patriotic community spirit is derived from the internationally acclaimed Washington's Birthday Celebration. Recently recognized by the International Festivals and Events Association, it offers a variety of events, from fireworks, pageantry, and jalapeños galore, to street parties with Jamboozies and more. Founded in 1898, the WBCA is the largest celebration of its kind in the United States with approximately 400,000 attendees annually.
Recognized as a best practice program by Sister Cities International four consecutive years, the International Sister Cities Festival is held annually in late January at the Laredo Civic Center. The three-day event has featured free admission and the wares, products and cultural offerings of its Sisters from across the nations of Mexico, Spain, Australia, Argentina, China and Taiwan.
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One of Laredo's many winning attractions is Mall Del Norte recently renovated and sporting a new look. Located in the Mall is the Imaginarium of South Texas, a special children's museum looking to capture its audience through playful and educational exhibits. Another unique experience can be found at the Lamar - Bruni - Vergara Planetarium, housed in a crystalline tetrahedron - shaped structure, is an exciting attraction for budding scientists and Digistar projection enthusiasts.
Another must see is the Laredo Entertainment Center, a 10,000 seat multi-purpose arena that is home to the two time title holder Central Hockey League championship Laredo Bucks! On the field, the United Soccer League/Professional Development League Championship title holder Laredo Heat Soccer Club kicks up the action at the Student Activity Complex throughout the summer.
Laredo abounds with awards and title-holders and it's a winning experience waiting for you! Information can be obtained on the internet at www.visitlaredo.com or by calling 1-800-361-3360.
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