I dont nessecarily need the ABSOLUTE BEST ride but I do want to make sure, that the ride is "worth doing" especially for events further from "home". Overall I dont want anything too "brutal" but there are a few bucket list rides (Rough Riders 200, RAGBRAI, 3states 3 mountains). I hope to attempt in a few years, mostly looking for scenery/history. Thank You for all the suggestions so far.
Texbiker, thanks for the website, I have already developed a few "regular" events in Texas that I have done in the past but there are alot more rides to choose from.