Someone told me about Christmas on the Island, so my wife and I went to Seguin, Texas for a weekend last Christmas to check it out. Once we made plans, we booked a stay for a couple of nights in one of the unique tipis at Geronimo Creek Retreat. We didn't want to waste any…
Keep ReadingLooking for some unique outdoor lodging? Try some of these tipis & glamping trips. Organized glamping trips feature all of the exposure to the great outdoors as traditional camping trips without the bugs, wild animals, sudden storms, leaking tents, smelly sleeping bags, and questionable food. Despite being outdoors, they come with awesome amenities such as…
Keep ReadingFor the last 10 years, my family and one other family have headed out of town on Tuesday night to spend Thanksgiving weekend camping. This year, we spent Thanksgiving in Galveston. We selected Galveston because of its great weather, beach camping, and the fun things to see and do. Since Galveston State Park was full,…
Keep ReadingYou can't beat staying in lake resorts in Texas, taking in outstanding views and vistas, good lodging, fine dining, massages, excellent service, and a host of other amenities. Plus, you can go fishing, boat up to a restaurant, drop an anchor in a cove, ski, or go wakeboarding. If you don't have a boat, several…
Keep ReadingFor a unique lodging experience or romantic getaway, try spending the night in a yurt, tree house, or tiny house. After all, if you're getting tired of staying in expensive hotels for a weekend escape, romantic getaway, or an excuse to get away from home, then you need to book a stay at one of these…
Keep ReadingIn the heart of the Lone Star State, a travel revolution is quietly unfolding. Here, the quintessential image of Texas – wide-brimmed hats, longhorns, and oil rigs – is getting a green makeover. Enter the eco dome, a symbol of sustainable living and an increasingly popular choice for travelers seeking an environmentally friendly way to…
Keep Reading"Hey Bro, it's my birthday - let's go have some fun on the Guadalupe River!" It didn't take me long to make some calls and reservations, load the motorhome, hook up the Jeep, and hit the road for a fun extended weekend on the Guadalupe River. We can't resist Gruene, so the first stop was…
Keep ReadingThis weekend we spent the weekend on Lake Ray Hubbard. We hadn't been to Ray Hubbard since 1982 and we were pleasantly surprised. Ray Hubbard turned out to be a fun lake. You can read the Lake Ray Hubbard review here. We started Saturday afternoon by launching at Robertson Park and headed under the I-30…
Keep ReadingToday we are off to Mineral Wells. What a surprise this sleepy little town turned out to be. When I first decided to go today, I really planned on just passing through. What I found, kept me there for most of the day, and wanting to go back for more. Mineral Wells Hot Springs At…
Keep ReadingIt doesn't get much better than spending some time in the Big Bend area and we didn't need to ponder very long about another trip to Big Bend after hearing about Ten Bits Ranch Cowboy Inn, the grand opening of Black Jack's Crossing Golf Course, and a two day music festival with one of our…
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