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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Texas Travel Talk shares authentic stories on destinations in Texas for families, couples, multi-gen, solo trips …everyone! Small towns are our specialty.
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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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A Guide to Choosing Your Kids’ Summer Camps in Texas
Texas Summer Camps: Top Summer Camps in Texas for Kids. It’s never too early to start planning your kids’ summer camps in Texas. A Guide to Choosing Your Kid’s Summer Camps in Texas Parents face the delightful challenge of choosing the perfect summer camps for their children. Texas, with its expansive landscapes and diverse ecosystems, […]

Texas Festivals And Events
Mark your calendar for these 2025 Texas festivals & events for the entire family. We all love festivals and special events, especially when we can bring the whole family. Texas has many of them, and Texas Travel Talk is here to deliver. Here is a list of Texas Festivals and Events for 2025 (updated). What are […]

23 Best Family Reunion Venues In Texas
Before you book that family reunion, read our recommendations. Are you looking for an unforgettable place to have your whole family together for a weekend or 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 covered it. After […]

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 […]

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 RV Park In Wimberley, TX + 6 Parks
Get your RV summer road trip ready and head to the Hill Country. Escape to the best Texas offers on a Hill Country getaway for those fantastic scenic views, unforgettable sunsets, wineries, rivers, and loads of memories. Families encouraged! I recently stayed at Horseshoe Ridge RV Resort. It’s conveniently located near Austin, San Marcos, and […]
Texas Destinations To Know

Top Attractions In Georgetown, TX
Make plans to see these top attractions in Georgetown, TX, with family. The city of Georgetown is located in central Texas, a short drive from Austin and north of Round Rock. This small town is full of lovely architecture and natural beauty that everyone wants to see. You won’t want to miss out on one […]

The Best of Castroville, TX + A Cozy Cabin
Welcome to Castroville, TX – The Little Alsace of Texas. Castroville, TX, is a small town with French heritage and is nestled on the bank of the Medina River, just 22 miles west of the city, making it an excellent getaway from San Antonio. The town thrives with boutiques, shops, and a cozy cabin. Alsatian […]

Top Things To Do In Dallas In One Day
If your time in the city is short, we suggest choosing a few things to do in Dallas if only one day is all you have. Dallas, Texas, is such a unique place to visit and has some of the best places to show off its truly diversified city. From historic sites to outdoor parks, […]

Michelin Guide Texas Restaurants
Take a Michelin Star road trip through Texas! We got the seal of approval from Michelin! Now that the Michelin Guide has finally landed in Texas, foodies from all over will head out to scope the restaurants. Are you one of them? Are you ready to take a Michelin Guide road trip through Texas? If […]

Mother-Daughter Trip To Pearland, TX
A complete itinerary for A Mother-Daughter trip to Pearland, TX. South of Houston on Highway 288, Pearland, Texas, the largest city in Brazoria County, is home to various shopping opportunities, dining options, and hand-painted pear sculptures all over town. Our mother-daughter trip to Pearland, TX, was fun and action-packed, but most of all – memorable. […]

Mother-Daughter Trip To Palestine, TX
You’ll love how we spent our mother-daughter trip to Palestine, TX. Our mother-daughter trip started with our road trip. We had a lot to talk about, mostly about her health. I always welcome conversations with my mom because, at times, I’m all she has. I hope you enjoy our mother-daughter trip to Palestine, TX. Welcome […]

Things To Do In Las Colinas
The top things to do in Las Colinas (Irving, TX) are worth writing about …so we did! Las Colinas is in Dallas County and not too far from the big city. It’s Irving’s most popular dining and entertainment spot. With dozens of restaurants, bars, and hotels, there are plenty of options for planning a night […]