Located in the protected Adirondack Park, Lake Placid is one of the top winter destinations in the U.S. With the help from the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Winter Games, Lake Placid still churns out winter gold. From ice skating to…
Dallas offers an array of museums (some free), parks, historical sites, and amusement parks along with a zoo and an aquarium. With a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, Dallas is an easy getaway for families, no matter the season…
As the fourth largest city in the U.S., Houston offers top museums and attractions. From Hermann Park to Space Center Houston, visitors will find a balance of indoor and outdoor activities. Best of all, many of the top museums are…
With Cajun flavors and a National Park Service site close by, Beaumont is a natural getaway with foodie delights in East Texas. About an hour east of Houston, visitors will find lots to do from museums to biking to kayaking.…
For the animal lovers out there, go to a wildlife safari or a zoo to see exotic animals, like zebras and capabaras. It makes a perfect day trip for everyone in the car. From native animals of Texas to exotic…
Deep in the heart of the Brazos Valley, Bryan, Texas, offers a family-friendly getaway for kids of all ages. Conveniently located between Houstons and Dallas, Bryan is a quick weekend getaway. While there, you will find lots to do, like…
The weather is warming, and the wildflowers are putting on a show. It must be Spring in Texas. That means one thing to families. Spring Break. After raising three kids and traveling tip-to-tip across Texas, I have several recommendations. Texas…
The land under Texas is full of holes and lots ot them. It is estimated that 13,000 caves, sinkholes and springs can be found underground in Texas. Only a handful of the caves are Show Caves or developed caves with…
In the center of Texas, Austin is home to tacos, cowboy boots and a lot of great museums. From art to Texas history to military vehicles, travelers and residents can spend a day in an Austin museum. With great weather,…
Belleayre Mountain in New York’s Catskills Nestled in Catskill Park, Belleayre Mountain is about 2.5 hours from New York City. The Catskills were set aside by the New York State Forest Preserve in 1885. Soon after, skiers began hiking up…
It is time for a date. You deserve it. After living in the Austin area for over 20 years, some of my favorite restaurants are in Central Texas. With a varied menu that pairs classics with a modern approach and…
From the museums to the park to the Statue, travelers could wander through New York City for weeks and still not see it all. There is just so much to see and do. Visitors can see the best views from…