I’ve been on 12 cruises and have three more booked over the next 18 months. Suffice to say, I think it’s a great way to vacation. Here are eight things I always do on a cruise. I’ve been on 12 Cruises. Here Are Eight Things I Always Do On A Cruise Plus, two things I…
Fall is the time when the Texas Hill Country really shines when it comes to outdoor activities. While summers are usually too hot for middle-of-the-day outdoor activities not involving a body of water, November brings cooler temperatures that are perfect for hitting the trails. Here are four Texas Hill Country hikes to put on…
One of the things I like best about fall in San Antonio is the extended hiking day. Year-round warm weather and long days might sound good for hikers but most June through August days make extended outdoor activity uncomfortable unless a body of water is involved. While fall weather in San Antonio might not…
Georgetown Texas is 28 miles north of Austin. If you’re planning to be in Austin or San Antonio, Georgetown makes an easy side trip or day trip but this list of things to do in Georgetown Texas will show you why I think Georgetown deserves a dedicated trip. Georgetown has a little bit of an…
If you’re thinking about hitting the slopes with your kids this winter, I’ve got tips for skiing with kids and tips for putting your kids in ski school. Here’s what you need to know. Tips for putting your kids in ski school – What you need to know 1. Realize that yes, your kids do…
Pumpkin patches are a thing in Texas. We might not have the crisp fall weather (Northern friends, we’re jealous) but we have everything else that goes along with the fun of picking your own pumpkins. Here are seven tips for visiting Texas pumpkin patches with kids! Tips for Visiting Texas Pumpkin Patches with Kids It…
Even though San Antonio Texas isn’t known for crisp fall weather you can still enjoy pumpkin patches in San Antonio this fall. Here’s the scoop on pumpkin patches in San Antonio – what’s open and what you need to know to have some great family time while picking that perfect pumpkin. Updated 10/03/2023. You might…
The Read House is the longest continuously operating hotel in the southeast and holds a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel has gone through several renovations throughout the years; it retains all of the old-world glamor (the lobby and bar area have a 1920s glam theme) with none of the “really old…
Hamilton Pool Preserve in Travis County Texas has long been touted as one of the most beautiful places in Texas. To be sure, it’s a gorgeous spot that showcases the best of Central Texas’ natural beauty and is worth a visit if you manage your expectations. This guide to Hamilton Pool Preserve will help you…
Atchison Kansas is known as the most haunted town in the United States. I recently visited the town and explored some of the haunted sites. Here’s what I found and what you need to know if you’re planning to visit Atchison Kansas. Atchinson is a small town on the Missouri River, located about 50 miles…
