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WINTER TEXAN Volume 11 • Issue 12 January 21, 2026
Scenic Seattle and Setting Sail to Spectacular Alaska
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If you haven’t noticed, at Welcome Home RGV we’ve definitely been bitten by the travel bug. When I was growing up, my dad called me “Go-go-go” because I was always ready for the next adventure, and it honestly didn’t matter where we were going–as long as we were going. Not much has changed, except the way I like to travel. These days, give me a trip that isn’t scheduled within an inch of its life, and I’m a happy camper. Same feeling… slightly better shoes. The cover story this month hits home for me because there’s nothing quite like escaping the Texas heat in the summer, and when you add the chance to travel with a group-especially when we can meet up with our Winter Texan friends in the off-season–that’s a win, in my book. There’s also something wonderful about packing your bags for a trip that’s already been planned, paid for, and handled. When you leave the worry to us, that’s exactly what you’re signing up for. Whether you want to join one of our group adventures or plan something on your own, consider letting our Tours and Travel Department take care of the details so you can concentrate on the best part--having a great time!
Thank You
SEASON SPONSORS 2025-2026
Sarah Denzer, Tour Manager
Dear Travel Friends, During the summer, I took a group of travelers to Seattle. If you know anything about Seattle, you know the weather can be predictably rainy or cloudy--almost all the time. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect for our group. We saw Mt Rainier the entire time we were there, enjoyed perfect 70s with sunny skies, and kept the rain away. That’s how great traveling with Welcome Home RGV is; we even take care of the weather! Our group had a great mix of down time to explore at their own pace, along with some scheduled group fun. We visited the Space Needle and enjoyed the gorgeous views from up top. There were some shenanigans up top, as well, including dancing, silly photos, and lots of laughs! The glass artwork in Chihuly Garden and Glass was incredible to see in person. A delicious, three-course dinner overlooking the sunset on the bay was the perfect way to end a wonderful day. “Laughing with new friends and a fun day of activities
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