As someone who has lived abroad and traveled internationally, there are always things I miss from back home in Texas. If you’re planning a trip or are currently living abroad, I guarantee these are things you’ll miss about Texas:
Things You'll Miss Most About Texas While Living or Traveling Abroad
You'll miss hearing people say "Y'all" and "Howdy"
Texas Beers
Nothing like a Shiner or cold Lonestar on a hot Texas summer day!
You'll miss Texas Football games
Grocery shopping at HEB
Shopping for groceries in a foreign country always made me sad because I missed MY HEB!
You'll miss Texas Bluebonnets & Wildflowers in the Spring
Tex-Mex Food
It’s impossible to find good Tex-Mex food anywhere else.
Nights out on Dirty 6th Street in Austin, TX
It’s a guilty pleasure, you can’t lie and say you don’t kinda love a good night out on dirty 6th Street
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Late night runs to Whataburger
No joke, Whataburger was my last meal before leaving to move to Sydney!
Breakfast Tacos
I don’t know how I survived hungover mornings abroad without breakfast tacos. This is one of the things I missed most about Texas.
Driving on the right side of the road
This only applies if you’re going to a country where they drive opposite of us 😉 It took me awhile to get used to it in Australia!
Those Hill Country Sunsets
Texas Hill Country sunsets are hard to beat. Check out my friend Shane’s Instagram for proof:
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Texas Two-Stepping
You’ll be hardpresssed to find a two-stepping country bar in another country.
Swimming Holes > Swimming Pools
With so many amazing swimming holes just a quick day trip away from Austin, it’s no wonder we love them over pools!
Buc-ee’s
Buc-ee’s has a cult following in Texas, no other rest stop compares! Photo below from Buc-ee’s website.
Kolaches for breakfast
Texas BBQ
Brisket, ribs, the sides… you’re going to miss it all!
Texas Rodeo
The Thing You'll Miss About Texas most...
Texas is home. It’s hard being away from your home and friends and family! But it’ll be waiting for you when you get back 😉
What do you miss most about Texas when you’re away? Let me know in the comments or send me a DM on Instagram!
xx Chels
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safe travels!
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Texas is truly a place worth living and enjoying the relaxing feeling of attractive tourist areas with most of the activities such as camping, sports, geometry dash meltdown, horse racing. And the sport that attracts me the most is horse racing because I like to experience the thrill.
There’s truly nothing better than cracking open a cold Shiner or Lone Star on a blazing Texas summer day — it just hits different! Texas football games bring that unique energy you can’t find anywhere else, and missing out on those moments is tough. If you want to stay updated on every thrilling play, check out https://livescores-24.com/africa/nedbank-cup/ . Their live score website keeps you instantly informed with real-time updates, no matter where you are. It’s perfect for hardcore fans who never want to miss a second of the action during football season or any other sport.
Things you’ll miss about a place or routine often come down to the small, everyday details—the familiar faces, the comfort of a favorite spot, or the way a morning felt when everything ran smoothly. There’s a good chance those early starts, quick meals, and shared moments leave a deeper impact than expected. Even something as simple as grabbing your usual coffee or meal can suddenly feel special once it’s gone. You might even find yourself wondering about the breakfast mcdonalds start time, hoping it still fits into your new schedule, especially if those mornings were once a comforting part of your day. Sometimes, it’s the ordinary things that stay with you the most.