Pros and Cons to Vacationing in West Texas

Pros to vacationing in West Texas:

-There are neat historical sites.
-There are neat state and national parks.
-If you are into lots of space, this are is for you. Everything is really spread out and there is ton of space.
-There are long scenic drives.
-Life is just different here.
-There are mountains and desert areas.
-The stars are amazing!
-It is a different experience everyone should experience.
-There are great "Mom & Pop" restaurants to try.
-You can see/touch Mexico without a lot of trouble.
-State and National Park employees are great--nice, polite, helpful.
-Spending precious time with my niece & nephew, making memories, and sharing great adventures & experiences.  These moments are priceless!



Cons to vacationing in West Texas:

-Most chain restaurants & hotels have not made it to these towns.
-It is not easy finding local eateries.
-It is not easy finding websites or Facebook pages for local eateries.  (I guess they don't really have to put their info out there for the world.)
-They haven't heard of gluten, don't know how to pronounce it, don't know what it is, and don't always have the most nutritional choices for those needing to be gluten free.

-Gas stations are few and far between.

-Gas is much more expensive (it is about $0.60+ more than when/where we left). I guess this is b/c there are so few stations, and they can charge whatever they want.

-Not sure I would choose this part of the state for a "girls only" weekend.
-Although you can drive 70-80 on the major highways and 70 on the state highways, you don't get anywhere fast b/c everything is so spread out.

-Restaurant owners, greeters, and waiters/waitresses are not nearly as friendly, welcoming, or courteous.

-You easily sunburn and sweat.