11 Family Fun Things to do in Burleson
If you’re looking for a fun little family getaway, check out all the town of Burleson has to offer! Burleson sits just off I-35, South of Fort Worth, and was once a stop… Continue reading
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12 Reasons to visit Buena Vista, CO
If you’re looking for an incredible Colorado getaway, you have to visit Buena Vista! We were only there for a few days, but already planning a trip back to explore all there is… Continue reading
Lake Texoma Family Fun Things To Do
Lake Texoma on the Texas-Oklahoma Borders is a beautiful lake with so many terrific things to do! It’s clear, cool waters are the complete oppose of the red clay waters of the Red… Continue reading
Why Glen Rose is considered the Dinosaur Capital of Texas
We spent a fun 3 days in Glen Rose, uncovering the reason why it’s called the Dinosaur Capital of Texas! From hiking trails, swimming holes and the Courthouse Square, you’ll find yourself surrounded… Continue reading
The Ultimate Road Trip Guide to Destin, Florida
Planning a road trip to Destin? Here’s my ultimate road trip offering 3 different routes from Texas, with plenty of stops along the way! My friend Leslie asked for a few… Continue reading
10 Amazing Summer Day Trips from Fort Worth, 2018
If you’re in search of the perfect summer list of Day Trips from Fort Worth and North Texas, this is for you. If you’re having too much fun, I’ve even included places to… Continue reading
A Weekend at Beavers Bend Resort State Park, Broken Bow, Ok
Broken Bow is quickly becoming one of the most visited areas in Oklahoma, and just 3 hours from DFW, it’s easy to see from all the Texas license plates that many Texans are… Continue reading
Fort Griffin State Historic Site, Albany
Fort Griffin State Historic Site lies in what is known in Texas as the Big Empty. The wide open spaces where you’re likely to see more deer than people during a weekend. North… Continue reading
Longhorn Caverns State Park, Burnet
Texas has a great selection of commercial caverns around the state, and they are each significant for something unique, but Longhorn Caverns really appeals to me for all the great history and myths… Continue reading
Canyon of the Eagles, Burnet
It’s my birthday weekend, and we headed to Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan, one of the Highland Lakes on the Colorado River! Named for the numerous bald eagles that nest here… Continue reading
Things to see and do in Huntsville
This little Texas town is home to the Texas State Penitentiary and Sam Houston State University, but there is a lot more to see here! Take a quick detour off the interstate, or… Continue reading
Sherwood Forest Faire, McDade
It’s Spring Break, and we’re heading to Houston, but before we go we had to stop and spend a fun-filled day back in 1196 A.D. in the middle of Nottingham Forest, a trip… Continue reading
12 of the Best Summer Vacation Destinations in Texas
Summer fun is just a few fast-paced months away, and now is a great time to start making plans for a terrific getaway! Here’s my 12 must-do Summer Family Getaways! Now all you… Continue reading
Our Weekend at Bastrop State Park Cabin No.12, Bastrop
In February, you never know what the weather will be like. You could have ice on the roads, or a beautiful, sunny day! Thankfully, the latter was the case for us during… Continue reading
Turner Falls, Davis Oklahoma
We first visited Turner Falls Park in Davis about 15 years ago, and it turned in to an annual trip, centered around when my husband would be gone for the weekend to the… Continue reading