Bastrop’s small-town charm is inescapable, with a historic downtown to stroll, a river to paddle, and several parks to explore. Less than an hour east of Austin, Texas, Bastrop is home to a cluster of loblolly pine trees along the…
With Cajun flavors and a National Park Service site close by, Beaumont is a natural getaway with foodie delights in East Texas. About an hour east of Houston, visitors will find lots to do from museums to biking to kayaking.…
Deep in the heart of the Brazos Valley, Bryan, Texas, offers a family-friendly getaway for kids of all ages. Conveniently located between Houstons and Dallas, Bryan is a quick weekend getaway. While there, you will find lots to do, like…
The weather is warming, and the wildflowers are putting on a show. It must be Spring in Texas. That means one thing to families. Spring Break. After raising three kids and traveling tip-to-tip across Texas, I have several recommendations. Texas…
The land under Texas is full of holes and lots ot them. It is estimated that 13,000 caves, sinkholes and springs can be found underground in Texas. Only a handful of the caves are Show Caves or developed caves with…
Located east of Austin, Texas, in the rolling hills and a pine forest, Bastrop is an ideal location for winter getaway. From its small town vibe in its historic downtown to the parks and lakes that ring it to the…
The village of Salado in Central Texas is a hub for local artisans and artists along the fertile banks of Salado Creek. Conveniently located off Interstate 35, Salado is a quaint and walkable town, packed with fun things to do…
Cue the cocoa, snag a cookie and don your best Christmas sweater for the holiday season. The holiday season is also the perfect time to get out and explore with your friends and family to see some holiday lights. With…
Grab those marshmallows and your favorite flannel, it’s camping season in Central Texas. With are more than 18 parks across the Austin area and the Texas Hill Country, it’s easy to plan a camping getaway. There are campgrounds in Texas…
The days are shorter and the night are cooler so it’s perfect weather for a fall color getaway. With perfect flannel shirt weather and a birght blue sky, many parks in Texas offer the ideal fall color getaway. Whether you…
The piney woods of East Texas is a gateway to outdoor recreation from hiking to boating to camping and more. Camping in Texas is a three-season getaway. With milder temperatures from fall through spring, Huntsville is perfect for a weekend…
Known as the largest commercial cave in Texas, the 60-foot natural limestone bridge at its opening gave the caverns its name. As an easy day trip for San Antonio or Austin, it is a showstopper. This is a popular attraction year-round,…