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 […]

22+ Fun Things to Do in New Braunfels
It’s all about the fun memories in New Braunfels. Are you looking to have an unforgettable summer and perhaps discover some hidden gems? Look no further! This charming Texas town in the Texas Hill Country offers a plethora of fun activities that will delight you and your family. From outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, this […]

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 […]

Texas’ Favorite Family Waterpark
Things to do at Texas’s favorite family waterpark – Schlitterbahn New Braunfels. New Braunfels, known for its quaint German town and Texas’s favorite family waterpark, is located in the Texas Hill Country between Austin and San Antonio—a beautiful outdoor playground for everyone! There are many fun things to do in New Braunfels, like the Guadalupe […]

Hot Air Balloon Festivals In Texas
Up Up & Away – Check out these Texas Hot Air Balloon Festivals. Incredible hot air balloons are preparing for flights across Texas skies this fall, featuring beautifully colored balloons and nightly balloon glows. Let’s explore the locations of all the hot air balloon festivals in Texas. Do you know who holds the title of […]

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 […]
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Visit Texas Gulf Coast Beaches This Fall
Looking for a charming family getaway on the Texas coast with friendly locals, beautiful scenery, and serene bay waters? See how Rockport-Fulton checks all the boxes.

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 […]

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, […]

Who Is The Official Cajun Capital of Texas?
It’s Official: This Texas Coast town is the Cajun Capital of Texas! When you think “Texas Cajun,” what comes to mind? I didn’t realize Port Arthur had so many Cajun restaurants until I had the pleasure of visiting. As of June 2023, Port Arthur became the Official Cajun Capital of Texas! PA has now joined […]

Top Things To Do In Athens, TX
Come for the adventure, stay for the friendliness and fun. Just southeast of Dallas, a little over an hour’s drive, is the small town of Athens, TX. Though it’s not far enough into East Texas to make the Piney Woods Region, we like to think so. Athens, TX, offers great hospitality, friendly smiles, and great […]

Things To Do In Sundance Square Downtown FT Worth
Here are fun things to do at Sundance Square in Downtown Fort Worth, TX. Fort Worth is the fifth-largest city in Texas and has one of the best downtowns, with many hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops to suit everyone. The picturesque Sundance Square is at the heart of it all. There are so many things […]

Pet-Friendly Things To Do In Mesquite, TX
Mesquite, TX, is proud of its pet-friendly town – you will be too! Mesquite, TX, is a booming city with new growth around every corner, and visitors are swarming in from all over the country to attend the city’s attractions and events. Equipped with pet-friendly hotels, restaurants, events, and shops, you will not have to worry […]