Looking for a truly unique place to stay in the Lone Star State? If so, head to the Houston Ship Channel, where you can spend the night on Battleship Texas – provided you have a group of kiddos to accompany you. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind experience you don’t want to miss. Check it out:
She played a very important role in some of the most integral battles of both world wars. Today, you can spend an entire night walking the very same, well-preserved halls sailors did and imagining life on a wartime battleship.
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You’ll see parts of the ship not accessible on the regular tour, such as the interior of the 14-inch gun turret - the largest of its kind in 1914. See exactly how the guns were fired and imagine yourself in the shoes of the brave fighters.
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Somewhere along this hallway is the Pilot House, where the steering wheel is located. In this room, the crew witnessed the German Navy surrendering on November 21, 1918. In WWII, it was the command center for all the combat operations including the infamous invasion of Normandy.
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You’ll even sleep in the same quarters as the sailors! Good luck getting any shut-eye on a tiny cot, hearing someone snoring directly above and below you. Might make that lumpy mattress at home seem a bit more appealing!
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For more information about the program, click here. It’s sure to be a blast for everyone involved!
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Doesn’t this look like a fun experience? We surely think so. For more unusual places to stay in Texas, check out our previous article: These 10 Unique Places To Stay In Texas Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience.
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