Texas is packed with “Only in Texas” cultural icons, cuisine, topographies, musicians, music genres, over-the-top movie stars, artists of all genres and some genres that have no name, sport’s stars and pro teams, products, retail businesses and products, corporations, and landmarks. The reasons could be our culture, our history, our size, our landscapes, or who…
Keep ReadingIf you like beer, then you need to set a goal to visit and sample some locally made craft beer at these Dripping Springs breweries. What’s the brew-haha you ask – well, beer has got to be our official state beverage and there are now 117 craft breweries in Texas and in 2014 they produced…
Keep ReadingThe State of Texas enjoys a global reputation, and there are Texas outside trips awaiting you. Its Lone Star flag is the most recognized U.S. state flag world-wide. Texas offers four major metropolises with five major cities, each with its own special and individual personality. But Texas is big. Most of the Lone Star State…
Keep ReadingSouth of Fort Worth lies a wonderland of activity covering over 120 acres known as North Texas Jellystone Park. With over 500 places to stay, from glamping options like covered wagons and tipis, to camping spots and decked-out cabins, there is something for everyone at this park. There are Jellystone Parks all over the United…
Keep ReadingTexas has an amazing number of adventurous attractions and below are just a few that we feel are unique and fun for all. It is a BIG state that is filled with fun and unique family adventures perfect for your family. Our definition of an adventurous attraction includes: it’s unusual or unique; exciting; challenging; and…
Keep ReadingCaddo Lake in Texas is a natural wonder that has been captivating visitors for centuries. With its cypress trees draped in Spanish moss, labyrinthine channels, and abundant wildlife, this lake is a true marvel of nature. Located on the border between Texas and Louisiana, it is the largest natural freshwater lake in the South and…
Keep ReadingIf you like any combination of great food, outstanding music, quaint and unique shops, wineries, museums, art galleries, golf, bed and breakfasts, biergardens, hiking or biking then you need to spend a weekend or vacation in Fredericksburg, Texas. This historic Texas gem is located in the Texas Hill Country. It is loaded with lots of…
Keep ReadingThis weekend, we visited Lake LBJ, primarily to look for lake front property for a friend. They drug us around for 8 hours a day in the drizzle and freezing cold, looking for the ideal party house on the lake. Wow – lake front property is expensive but we did see a lot of very nice…
Keep ReadingIf you are looking for a list of Austin breweries, they have been popping up all over Austin Texas at an incredible pace. In the table below you can find most of the Austin Breweries and Brew Pubs. At most of these breweries you can sample a wide variety of craft beers in a fun,…
Keep ReadingIf you are ready for Big Bend adventures, nothing beats a fun vacation in the Big Bend area of West Texas. Big Bend and the surrounding area is a perefect place for a family vacation, a long weekend getaway, or a few days enjoying some adventures. When I refer to Big Bend I’m referring to…
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