Located in the Texas High Plains region, Lubbock might not be on the average traveler’s radar but, like most smaller cities in Texas, it’s A., worth going to, and B., will surprise you. The appeal of traveling to Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston is probably always going to be constant but taking the time…
The area around Canyon Texas, near Amarillo, is one of my favorite places on Earth. I travel often and I’m fortunate to have seen a lot of the world so I try not to throw around phrases like “My favorite” and “The best” but this area of the country is what I think of first…
If you’re in Texas or traveling to or through Texas this summer, here are the best Texas beaches for family vacations. Important to note: Texas is so warm that going to the beach is comfortable much of the year, although beach amenities will be more robust in summer. Best Texas Beaches for Families – Plan…
Ah, fall. The crisp cool weather. Getting ready for spooky season. The turning leaves. The frosty mornings and sunny afternoons. The fun of getting my sweaters out of storage. The joy of slipping my feet into my cute fall booties. That all sounds great to me. One small problem: I live on the center of…
When someone says “ski resort,” you probably think of snow and winter sports. While ski resorts are designed for winter visitors, there are often plenty of things to do all year long. If you’re looking to plan a late summer vacation, one of these 11 ski resorts sans the snow on the mountains might be…
I know it seems like summer vacation just started about five minutes ago but we’re already starting to hear those three little words: back to school. Honestly, I am not ready for back to school. I still want it to be summer but back to school is upon us. The proof is in the flood…
San Antonio is a hot, four-season tourist destination, and for summer visitors, it’s a hot destination in the literal sense. The average high in August is 96°F, which can often feel much higher depending on the heat index and humidity. If you plan to visit San Antonio during summer, stay in the middle of the…
With nearly year-round summer weather, Texas water parks offer family-friendly fun in the sun. If you’re looking for a way to spend the day having fun splashing around in the Lone Star State, This list of 10 of the best water parks in Texas offers plenty of options for places to stay cool in the…
Gotcha Day is the day our two adopted kids became our kids. It’s not the “official adoption day” because that gets a little bit muddy. We could celebrate the day that China recognized our kids’ adoption or we could celebrate the day that the United States Consulate recognized our kids’ adoptions or we could celebrate…
If you’re looking for an experience chock full of family fun and outdoor adventure, check out Adventures on the Gorge. Located in West Virginia near the US’s newest National Park, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, this outdoor-focused resort has everything you need for a great active vacation. Adventures on the Gorge – Everything…
