Take a trip down memory lane to historical Pittsburg, TX. Pittsburg (without the “h”), Texas, is a lively small town in the Piney Woods of Northeast Texas. From North Dallas, take I-30 all the way there. After getting through the traffic in Dallas, over Lake Ray Hubbard through Rowlett and Rockwall, you’re among the Texas […]
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Texas’s Best Boating Spots to Beat the Heat this Summer
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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Fun Things To Do In Texas In May
May in Texas is warm and sunny, making it an ideal time to explore the Lone Star State, and with fewer crowds. May’s weather is ideal, and there are fewer crowds because the kids are still in school until the end of the month. So, fun things to do in Texas in May will be […]
River Tubing In Texas + River Rules
Let’s Tube Texas: Find the best rivers for tubing in Texas here! When it comes to beating the Texas heat, there’s no better way than grabbing an inner tube and heading down one of the Lone Star State’s flowing rivers. The best rivers for tubing in Texas include the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels, the […]
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 […]
Top City Attractions In Texas 2025
If you’re wondering what to do when visiting one of Texas’ big cities, peek at our recommendations. Don’t you dislike planning trips and not knowing the best attractions to see? When I plan trips ahead of time, I go to Viator to see what’s hot. So, today, I’m sharing where to go and the best […]
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 […]
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Madrone Springs Ranch In Dripping Springs
Madrone Springs Ranch: Texas Hill Country’s newest all-inclusive luxury retreat – there’s nothing like it! The Texas Hill Country sure has something to boast about. With its rolling hills, windy roads, scenic views, and many wineries, it’s no wonder everyone flocks to Central Texas to unwind and spend time in nature. And, now, there’s Madrone […]
Top Things To Do In Port Aransas
Here are the top things for the whole family to do in Port Aransas. Port Aransas is known for its beautiful beaches, so it’s no surprise that the first thing on visitors’ lists is to go to the beach! The Texas Gulf Coast Region is filled with sandy beaches, miles of coastline, popular attractions, and […]
The Kendall Hill Country Inn
Review: The Kendall Hill Country Inn in Boerne, TX The Kendall Hill Country Inn is a historic boutique hotel in charming Boerne, Texas (Texas Hill Country), along the banks of Cibolo Creek. It offers luxurious accommodations for unique getaways and has a fascinating historical background dating back to the 1800s when an underground tunnel ran […]
Top Things To Do In Corpus Christi
Use these suggestions for things to do in Texas’s Gulf Coast Capital. Living in a landlocked city has me dreaming about a Texas getaway. I recently visited Texas’s Gulf Coast Capital. As a native Texan, this was not my first visit to the area, but it had been several years since I last visited. Corpus […]
26 Amazing Things To Do In Fredericksburg, TX
From wineries to German history to shopping in Fredericksburg, you may want to take a long weekend to see it all! There are so many amazing things to do in Fredericksburg, TX—all worth seeing repeatedly. You’ll want to plan for shopping, visiting wineries, and learning how much history circles this town. Main Street is not […]
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 […]
Things To Do In Bastrop TX With Kids
Follow our recommendations for fun things to do with kids in Bastrop, Texas. Everybody knows that taking road trips with kids can sometimes be stressful. Therefore, it’s best to take them somewhere they can truly enjoy themselves. Today, we are sharing fun things to do in Bastrop, TX, with kids. It’s fun to discover new […]
