The Lodge Resort in Cloudcroft is unique with a rich and interesting history, some of which includes a turn-of-the-century fire that destroyed the original structure, ghostly inhabitants, a storied past, visit by famous guests, and lots more. It's a must visit if you're in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. The original log-constructed Lodge was built in 1899 by…
Keep ReadingIn December 2006, my family and I got a chance to explore Austin, Texas. We took the weekend off to hit some of our favorite Austin sites, review Lone Star RV Park, stay at a friend's ranch, and golf at Lakeway. First, we stayed in Lone Star RV Park, which is about 10 miles south…
Keep ReadingMy family decided to head to Dripping Springs for four days and someone recommended that we stay at The Alexander At Creek Road. After checking out their website, reading some reviews, and seeing their motto, we called and booked a two-day stay. We loved it. The owners are great folks, and the lodging is unique,…
Keep ReadingI don't know about you, but I hate cold weather. Even though Austin is known for it's moderate winters, it still gets too cold for me. More importantly, the rain, cold, and occasional snow flakes make it impossible for me to swing the golf club with all those layers of clothing. I look and feel…
Keep ReadingMy family and I love Corpus Christi. It is one of our favorite Texas cities to spend a weekend, a vacation, or a few days playing. Corpus is loaded with good lodging, great restaurants, several RV parks, and a fun nightlife. You'll also find several interesting attractions and lots to see and do in and…
Keep ReadingI've always thought of Waco as a fast food stop on I-35 on my way to or from Dallas or Austin. Of course, I knew it was home to Baylor University, President George W. Bush's Ranch, and the Branch Davidians. Still, when I spent a weekend in Waco, I found it was much more than…
Keep ReadingWhether you're enjoying live music in Austin, visiting the Science Center in Houston, or taking the kids to Six Flags in Dallas, Texas has no shortage of amazing locations to explore. That said, sometimes, you and the family want to get out of state and check out new and exciting destinations. The good news is,…
Keep ReadingIt's your wedding day and you'd like to get married at a Texas wedding venue that offers lodging. What do you do? Check out this list of Texas wedding venues with lodging. Here is Texas Outside's list of the best Texas wedding and event facilities with lodging on site. You and your guests stay overnight…
Keep ReadingLet me tell you about the fun weekend of camping, flying, and golf in San Antonio. We stayed at a $10 million luxury RV resort. We also played a couple of rounds of golf and received a massage. The top of the weekend, however, was and seeing the sights of San Antonio from a helicopter.…
Keep ReadingWhat a fun weekend with camping, live music, two rounds of golf, some good food, and a dip in Krause Springs! I got Larry Joe Taylor's newsletter, which said he was going to be at Poodies on Sunday night. So, we made some phone calls, packed the motorhome, loaded the clubs into the Jeep, hooked…
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