Deep in the Heart of Texas

Famed for its Big Texan steak house—home to a 72 oz steak—you get eat for free if you can do so within an hour and its rodeo culture, Amarillo is where the real Texas begins. From its historic Route 66, to the quirky Cadillac Ranch, Amarillo is a place that surprises at every turn, and today were are going to give you a feel for what makes this an intriguing place to visit. Also, Travel’n On introduces a Travel’n Angel, Tammy Van Dyke who is making a difference in the lives of many around the world through World Hope Missions, a faith-based organization dedicated to helping women and child around the world

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Ranch Rodeo Have you ever wanted to know what real rodeo is? Well, Amarillo is the heart of the roots of rodeo, as the city annually hosts the World Championship of Ranch Rodeo. we’ll introduce you to the sport, with the help of Gary Morton of the Working Ranch Cowboys Association who will give us a behind-the-scenes-look at the world of ranch rodeo.
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Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum Travel’n On explores how Native American culture and dance is being honored and preserved while helping to develop the young people of Amarillo through the dynamic Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum as we speak to its director Charles Ritchie.
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American Quarter Horse Association Hall of Fame No trip to Amarillo is complete without spending some horse time, and Travel’n On visits the American Quarter Horse Association Hall of Fame and Museum with it its executive director, Ross Middleton.
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Travel’n Angel Tammy Van Dyke Travel’n On introduces a Travel’n Angel, Tammy Van Dyke who is making a difference in the lives of many around the world through World Hope Missions, a faith-based organization dedicated to helping women and child around the world.
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Kwahadi Museum Of The American Indian The museum exhibits gives visitors a glimpse into the cultures of the people of the Pueblos and Plains.