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See the stars at The Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium, on the Texas A&M International University campus. Spend an afternoon or evening watching a feature film, exploring the heavens, learning about the secrets of outer space or even enjoying a show set to Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." In Laredo, you won't find an attraction that's more out-of-this-world.

Comparable to the New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration, Laredo's Jamboozie is a colorful festival featuring music, masks and beads. The rowdy celebration fills over 20 blocks downtown and consists of exotic food, dancing, and international performers. Join in the conga line as Jamboozie breathes new life into Laredo's downtown streets.

The 18-hole municipal Casa Blanca Golf Course offers over 6,500 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The facility is managed by Southern Golf Properties, and features a course rating of 72.5 and a slope rating of 125. Casa Blanca also offers a strong junior golf program with on-going clinics and tournaments.

Revel in luxury at La Posada Hotel. Whether you are vacationing or just need a weekend escape, you will find a lovely retreat at this hotel. La Posada offers special Romantic, Anniversary or Wedding packages to choose from, all of which feature turn-down services and bottles of champagne or wine.