Fort Davis in West Texas’ Chihuahuan Desert sits on the northernmost edge of the Big Bend Region, and as such is the perfect place to begin your adventure! If the wide open spaces… Continue reading
Take this amazing Scenic Byway on your way to Gulf Shores or Destin for a chance to see the gentle transformation of the Alabama Gulf Coast to the Southern elegance and charm by… Continue reading
Steel Magnolias turns 30 in November, and the little town where the author of the book lives and the movie was filmed is going all out for the event! But that’s just one… Continue reading
From March through December, Texas is filled with some amazing Music Festivals! Like it’s land, Texas’ music runs from Hip Hop to Red Dirt to Conjuncto, and fills in all the spaces in… Continue reading
Just East of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Orange Beach sits on the beach and bay of the Gulf Coast, offering the best of both worlds to vacationers! A little less crowded and congested than… Continue reading
From beaches to burgers, here’s a list of some of our favorite places to play, eat and stay in Gulf Shores, Alabama! Small Town Big Beach completely describes Gulf Shores Alabama. With a… Continue reading
July and August in Texas may be hot, but it’s also Grape Harvest Time! Many of the Wineries and Vineyards offer fun Grape Stomps and Festivals for the entire family, with great activities,… Continue reading
Yes, Life is a Highway….. Driving from Texas, you’ll start to see the signs along I-40 advertising Tucumcari miles before you reach the exit to Historic Route 66 and the town of Tucumcari,… Continue reading
Meow Wolf was beyond anything I had imagined, and we just absolutely loved it! Even my husband, who I’ve left out of many immersive art exhibit visits, was just spellbound by the depth… Continue reading
Named for the various turquoise mines along the route, the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway stretches from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, taking you through the mountains, forest and desert of New Mexico for… Continue reading
I can’t believe how much there was to see and do in Albuquerque! We found ourselves there for a week with only a days notice before going, so planning things to do and… Continue reading
We spent a fun and adventurous week in Albuquerque, New Mexico and had such a great time in this city at the base of the Sandia Mountains. It was the longest we had… Continue reading
Planning a visit to Galveston Island but not sure which beach is the best? Here’s a breakdown of each beach, so you can find the perfect place to put your toes in the… Continue reading
I love local legends, and the one of Sirena, a beautiful Indian maiden, and her unrequited love of an Indian brave. Crying by the river, a magical catfish overheard her and said he… Continue reading
A dip into the cold water of Austin’s Barton Springs Pool should be on every Texan’s bucket list! The pool and the Zilker Park attractions nearby can constitute a full day of fun,… Continue reading
When it comes to summers in Texas, there’s nothing better than a cold dip in a spring-fed swimming hole, and one of our favorites sits in the Texas Hill Country in Spicewood, about… Continue reading