The 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 ReadingTons of fun things to do in Austin are at your fingertips when you arrive at this unique and historical Texas city. Austin is where most Texas and southern musicians want to be, and when most Texans think of Austin, they think, “live music” and “6th Street”. However, Austin has just as many attractions and…
Keep ReadingAustin, TX is an amazing place to explore beautiful scenery and enjoy a scenic drive. From the rolling hills of Hill Country to the vibrant downtown skyline, Austin has something for everyone. With its vast array of breathtaking views, there's no shortage of places to take a scenic drive in Austin. Whether you're looking for…
Keep ReadingWhite Water Rafting in Texas is an adventure like no other. With its raging rivers, beautiful scenery and unique wildlife, it's a thrilling experience for adrenaline seekers and nature lovers alike. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day trip or an extreme whitewater challenge, the Lone Star State has something to offer everyone. From the…
Keep ReadingAn estimated 400,000 to 500,000 alligators live in east and south Texas, and there are many Texas lakes with gators in them. Alligators are indeed hearty survivors. They have lived on earth many more millions of years than hominids. Hominids, our human ancestors, first appeared in Africa about six million years ago, according to paleoanthropologists.…
Keep ReadingWow! Who could choose the best lake in Texas? This is a hard one to answer. Texas has 188 lakes that cover 5,000 acres or more and most are much larger. Texas claims 7,000 lakes, but most of them would not be lakes with names we would recognize. Texas is comprised of ten ecoregions designated…
Keep ReadingIt is no doubt that Texas has some towns with outlandish and strange names. As far as Texas culture goes, Gun Barrel City, Point Blank, and Spur, Texas, are not such strange names. Texas ended up with some stranger names than those two, so we took a look at them and why they ended up…
Keep ReadingWith vibrant entertainment and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor settings, Austin is one of the most exciting destinations in Texas. Below, you will find a list of the 10 best Austin tours and adventures. We know you'll enjoy these. These Auston tour and adventure companies offer fun and exciting tours of Austin with more…
Keep ReadingFirst Day Hikes are a nationwide movement by state parks in all 50 United States to kick off each new year by exploring the great outdoors. Every year on January 1st, state parks from "California to the New York Island" host free ranger-guided and self-guided hikes on trails of all kinds. Terrain ranges from flat…
Keep ReadingAustin is full of outdoors opportunities, from hiking to biking, paddling, swimming and more. You may know about Zilker Park or the Barton Creek Greenbelt, but there are a lot more parks to enjoy in Austin. Here are 8 parks that you may not know about. These parks offer everything from hiking to picnicking to…
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