Texas Independence Day

📣 Traveler notes

The United States offers diverse destinations, including major urban centers (e.g., Manhattan, Chicago), natural wonders (e.g., Yellowstone, Alaska), Southwest canyonlands, and tropical beaches (e.g., Florida, Hawaii).

• Federal offices, post offices, and banks often close on federal holidays, although private businesses may remain open.
• Observances typically occur on the recognized date, even if it is a weekend, though some festivities may happen on the nearest weekday.
• Expect significant crowds and increased activity in transportation and commercial areas between Thanksgiving and January 1.
• Key federal holidays, such as New Year's Day (January 1), cause most non-retail businesses to close.
• Wait for all diners to be served before eating at most restaurants. When visiting a private home, bring a small gift for the host, but do not expect the host to serve it with the meal. To take remaining food, ask the server to package it 'to go.'