The Jump, Part I I sat there, legs dangling out of a plane 12,000 feet up in the sky, wondering what exactly parachutes are made of. “You ready for this?” The ex-military instructor screamed in my ear. I mumbled something between Yeah and Oh-lord-please-no-I-want-to-go-home, but the wind swept my words away. “Alright! Let’s do this!” […]
Never Run Out of Things to Do and See at Gorgeous Inks Lake State Park
I can’t get enough of Texas state parks, especially during the heat of summer. Just over an hour from downtown Austin, Inks Lake State Park outside of Burnet is a must-see destination. The park spans more than 1,200 acres, offering a wide range of activities for guests. Also, the lake stays at a constant level, so […]
Houston Zoo Exceeds Expectations Offering Full Day of Fun
I’ve been to some of the larger and more reputable zoos in the country, including the San Diego Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle and the Rio Grande Zoo in Albuquerque (surprisingly, a huge and awesome zoo). But during my recent vacation outside Austin, I saw exhibits and had experiences at the Houston Zoo that […]
Our Day of Exploration at Space Center Houston
We’ve been on the road with the kids since last month, vacationing in areas not too far from Austin. I’ll be selecting some of the highlights to share with you this summer, in hopes that you’ll make a day trip yourself! Last week, we stayed on Lake Conroe, north of Houston. Our friends at Buick […]
Krause Springs Swimming Hole Offers Camping, Grilling and Cool Fun
We can’t get enough of Texas swimming holes in the summertime. This year, we celebrated the beginning of our swimming hole explorations with a trip to Krause Springs in Spicewood, TX. Located at 404 Krause Spring Rd., Krause Springs is about an hour from Austin, depending on 71-West congestion. This private Texas Hill Country property […]
Texas Hill Country Olive Company Is Inviting Day Trip Destination
The end of 2008 found John Gambini sitting in a doctor’s office, reading an article in Texas Co-op Power Magazine about the fledgling olive oil industry in Texas. John loved the romance of the Texas Hill Country and had already decided that he wanted to plant firm roots in the area (pun intended). But more […]
Wimberley Zipline Adventures: An Unforgettable Experience
In the Texas Hill Country, we’re spoiled beyond measure. Few places on earth compare to the natural beauty in our area. Most drive through Central Texas and get the perspective from the ground. But everyone does that, right? Why not see the majesty of the Hill Country in a way that you’ll never forget? It’s time […]
Have a Perfect Day in Driftwood: The Salt Lick & Duchman Family Winery
This guest blog post is by Cris Mueller. Just thirty minutes southwest of Austin is our coy, neighboring hill country town of Driftwood that offers a posh day-trip, worthy to share. Don’t be fooled by its peaceful nature. Rather, open your palette to experience a day chock full of infamous Texas cuisine and wineries on […]
Burnet Bluebonnet Festival: Parades, Pets, Races & Small Town Charm
This guest blog post is by Tracey Louis. Austin and Burnet contrast greatly from one another. Funky, urban-yet-outdoorsy Austin is only an hour away from quaint, traditional Burnet. Yet they share some commonalities, including a love of reveling in springtime’s natural beauty, and fabulous hospitality inclusive of our beloved pets. One of my favorite festivals […]
How to Have a Perfect Day in Kerrville, TX
Situated two hours southwest of Austin, Kerrville, TX was placed toward the bottom of our day trip list because of its distance away. But after visiting Wimberley, Gruene, multiple state parks and so many Hill Country gems closer to us, we still kept hearing good things about Kerrville. We woke up on a recent Saturday […]
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