When you’ve got a kid who’s as obsessed with horses and cowboy culture as mine, it only makes sense to head to Texas. Fort Worth, named the #1 value-friendly destination in the United States by Hotwire.com, was a no-brainer for us. Originally a lawless western outpost, it’s now known as much for its world-class cultural […]
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Hangin’ with Oprah in Houston, Texas
August 9, 2013 14 Comments
I fulfilled one of my major bucket list items last fall: going to see Oprah’s show in-person. I am crazy-cuckoohead-nuts for Oprah. Anyone who’s ever talked to me for more than 30 minutes or so, has probably heard me quote Miss O or share something I learned through years and years of faithfully watching the […]
ATX for Music Lovers & Creative Types
July 11, 2011 1 Comment
Are you looking for a unique U.S. vacation destination where you can enjoy a little time away from the kiddos? Are you a fan of music and the arts? Do you want to visit a place that is almost guaranteed to be sunny, no matter what time of year you visit? If you answered yes to any (or all) […]
Texas Hill Country Family Activities
March 18, 2010 5 Comments
Texas Hill Country is a beautiful place to explore. Although many people associate the Hill Country with bed & breakfasts and antique stores, there are also plenty of places to explore with your kids. The best part? Many of these activities are inexpensive or free of charge. Here are five favorite Hill Country activities from Sara V., author of the family travel blog, Wandering Off.
Top 5 Things to Do in San Antonio, Texas with Kids
March 14, 2010 8 Comments
These are the absolute must-dos of this friendly, Texas town. Before my family’s visit, I asked some fellow travel enthusiasts and a few Texan friends for the best of the best of San Antonio. And, we discovered a Texas treat or two along the way!
