Hurricane Beryl led to widespread power outages, initially affecting over 2.5 million people. Entergy Texas in a 6 p.m., July 15, Monday update reported that power has been restored to over 96% of its 252,000-plus customers who lost power during Hurricane Beryl. July 15 begins the second week that Centerpoint Energy customers are still without…
Keep ReadingCraving turquoise water lapping at your toes and the sweet whisper of sea breezes through palm trees? The Lone Star State has you covered with these coastal Texas islands! Ditch the boots for flip-flops, and get ready for real adventure. This isn’t your average island getaway - we’re talking gems promising relaxation, exploration, and memories…
Keep ReadingSpring breakers first spotted blue dragons, or the Glaucus atlanticus sea slug, in early March 2024 on Texas beaches. Blue dragons are brightly colored blue and silver-gray sea slugs with a flat tapered body and blue stripes on their heads. Blue dragons spend their entire lives in open water and float upside down just under…
Keep ReadingOn a rainy, cold, and windy day, my family needed to find something to do inside. Luckily, we found the Museum of South Texas History in Edinburg. The museum features very interesting and unique exhibits on the history of the Rio Grande Valley as well as the rest of South Texas and Northern Mexico. You'll take a…
Keep ReadingIf you're looking for a great hotel to stay in for your Texas weekend getaway, here's a list of the best Texas hotels. You want a hotel to be your all-in destination. You don't want to leave it, so you are not concerned about proximity to a major metropolitan area, but you do want all…
Keep ReadingWhether you're headed to East, West, South, or North Texas, these Texas Regional maps will help you find some fun things to see and do. Options range from campgrounds to museums and zoos to golf courses. Find the region you want to explore and dive in! Central Texas Fun Things to See and Do Central…
Keep ReadingIf you've never experienced the Galveston Mardi Gras, you're in for a sweet treat. Imagine: Both sides of the streets lined with fun-loving crowds having a good time; The sound of music (rock, country, reggae, and more) coming from all directions; A wide variety of colorful and interesting costumes parading up and down the street;…
Keep ReadingIf you're looking for a great place to spend a weekend golfing, enjoy one of the best lakes in Texas, and stay at an excellent resort, then this article is dedicated to you. Let's talk about golf at Lake Conroe. La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa La Torretta closed in 2019 and reopened in 2020…
Keep ReadingOn a cold 43-degree windy and drizzly day, we sat in the RV wishing we were on a warm island in the Caribbean. We were actually on vacation in South Padre Island. It was just a few days after Christmas, and my daughter suggested we go to Schlitterbahn Waterpark. What in the world was she thinking?…
Keep ReadingCorpus Christi is a fantastic place to vacation or spend a fun weekend. You'll find lots of attraction, events, and fun things to see and do in Corpus Christi. Here is our list of the Top Ten Things To Do In Corpus: Hit the Beach In Corpus Christi Get Some Beach Time - You've got lots…
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