Get out and enjoy the Texas waters with a boat rental and the family! From the sunshine shores of the Gulf Coast to the sparkling inland lakes that dot the Hill Country, Texas is a boating paradise like no other. With nearly 1.7 million surface acres of freshwater and a climate that welcomes boaters year-round, […]
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Things To Do At Horseshoe Bay Resort + Review
Horseshoe Bay Resort offers tons of activities for its guests, and we’ve got the scoop. Horseshoe Bay Resort is located on Lake LBJ in the Texas Hill Country near Marble Falls. It’s a world of its own, and you’ll never want to leave. If you’ve ever wanted to take your family here, we’ve got the details […]
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14 Reasons To Spend A Weekend in Lindale, TX
You’ll be tickled pink visiting the hometown of Miranda Lambert. Lindale, TX, is known as the Entertainment Capital of East Texas and has also been named an Official Texas Music-Friendly Community. It is most notable as the hometown of singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert. So, it’s a pretty busy town. But there is more to this small […]
Top 15 Zoos In Texas
Take a family road trip to one of these top 15 zoos in Texas. Going to zoos in Texas is a great way to spend a day with family and friends. Some animals at Texas zoos include endangered animals, exotic animals, and all your favorite zoo animals. With so much ground to cover, you’ll want […]
Best Texas State Parks For Hiking
These fantastic hikes in our state parks are one our top list for families. There are plenty of hiking trails in the Lone Star State, and we have listed the best hikes in our state parks for scenic views, towering trees, and epic trails. It’s also the perfect time to consider a Texas State Park […]
23 Best Family Reunion Venues In Texas
Before you book that family reunion, read our recommendations. Are you looking for an unforgettable place to spend quality time with your whole family over a weekend or perhaps a day? Perhaps near a field of wildflowers or coupled with a good road trip in Texas? Whether it’s location, scenery, activities, accommodation, or meeting space, we’ve […]
5 TX Hill Country Towns Alternative to Fredericksburg
Explore these small towns in the Texas Hill Country and leave Fredericksburg for another day. TX Hill Country towns alternative to Fredericksburg, TX. Takeaways Don’t get me wrong, we love Fredericksburg, but the town gets all the glory when we believe other small towns nearby are just as good. They may not have the shopping […]
Best Small Towns To See Wildflowers In Texas
Where are all the wildflowers in Texas? We will help you find them. Our wildflower season is short, so make the best of your time. From Ennis to Brehnam in East Texas to all the small towns in the Texas Hill Country and everywhere else, take your pick with these best small towns to see […]
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Texas Waterfalls In Dripping Springs
These waterfalls in Dripping Springs & beyond will make you want to visit now. While Dripping Springs has gorgeous Texas waterfalls, I bet the Lone Star State didn’t cross your mind when considering waterfalls to visit, right? You’ll be surprised that Texas has these natural wonders, most of which are in the hill country. Read […]
Austin’s Top 10 Spa Retreats
Austin’s top 10 spa retreats for your enjoyment and relaxation. Austin is a city that’s always on the move, so it makes sense that it would also be home to some of the best spas in Texas. Whether you’re looking for a specific body treatment or wellness ritual or want to relax and enjoy Austin’s […]
A Perfect Day In Port Arthur TX
How to spend a perfect day in Port Arthur, TX, year-round. Port Arthur, Texas, in Jefferson County, lies deep in southeast Texas and is 90 miles from Houston and only a twenty-minute drive from Beaumont. And, with its proximity to Sabine-Neches River, Sabine Lake, and Sea Rim State Park, you can have a great time […]
Things To Do In Fredericksburg For The Holidays
Experience a Hallmark feel in Fredericksburg, TX, for the holidays! Christmas in Fredericksburg promises to be quite the experience, especially if it’s your first visit. The top things to do in Fredericksburg for the holidays include merriment, Christmas wonder for the kids, and many family memories. Known for its mix of German heritage, renowned boutiques, art […]
Best Things To Do In Conroe, Texas
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere – check out these things to do in Conroe, Texas! The city of Conroe is located about a 45-minute drive north of busy, but fabulous, Houston and a 4-hour drive south of Dallas, offering adventure for everyone. With Lake Conroe as the playground and the Margaritaville Resort right on the lake, […]
Fort Worth Stockyards Family Fun Round-Up
Grab this Fort Worth Stockyards family fun round-up and go have fun in Cowtown. The Historic Fort Worth Stockyards is covered in Western heritage and rich history. Where else can you see and feel Western family fun and real cowboys riding Texas longhorns down the street right where everything happens? It’s no surprise that this […]
Top Sites To See In Dallas For First-Timers
Out-of-towner Cindy Ladage visited Dallas and wrote about the top sites to see in Dallas for first-timers. Dallas is a beautiful city with many historical attractions for out-of-towners and Midwesterners like me to enjoy! From the architecture, history, and Kennedy sites, my husband Keith and I wanted to see it all and only had a […]
