Have you ever wanted to escape the city for a weekend and were not sure where to go? Those who live in Houston know the hustle and bustle of this massive metropolis can be overwhelming, and the traffic can make you want to pull your hair out! If you are itching to get out of the city and head to…
US National Parks are some of the most beautiful and truly amazing places the country has to offer. Two weeks is a good amount of time to see several national parks at a slower pace and be able to enjoy other local activities as well. With various types of parks that offer mountains, desert, red rocks, beaches, wildlife, and more,…
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Go On a National Park Roadtrip! 12 Incredible 1-Week Itineraries
US National Parks are some of the most beautiful and truly amazing places the country has to offer. With people having limited vacation time, many travelers want to fit as many destinations as possible into their time away from work. With various types of parks that offer mountains, desert, red rocks, beaches, wildlife, and more, this article gives ample week…
Big Bend National Park is one of two national parks in Texas. Located on the Texas-Mexico border, this park is remote and vast. If you have ever been to the rest of Texas, you will know this place is like no other in the state. There is no need for strenuous hikes to see big views, ancient dormant volcano, dinosaur…
Have you ever wanted to escape the city for the day or a weekend and were not sure where to go? For small town charm, Brenham, Texas is the place to be. It is mainly known as the town where Blue Bell ice cream is made, but there is so much more to this rural destination. I went for a…
When you ask people what their favorite time of the year is, they usually say the fall. While I do see the appeal to autumn with the cooler temperatures, fall foliage, and cozy sweaters, my favorite time of the year is the spring. I tend to hibernate in the winter because I hate cold weather, and I am usually tired…
I never thought I would be writing a travel blog about all the reasons to visit Houston, but here I am. Over the past few years, I have traveled to places like New York City and Croatia. There have been several people I have met on my travels who get super excited when I tell them I am from Houston. …
Many Texans know that New Braunfels is a premiere vacation destination, especially in the summertime. Many of us have visited here time and time again, and for good reason. If you are from outside of Texas, maybe you have never heard of New Braunfels. It is a super fun town that is rich in water activities, natural wonders, and more. …
With so many things to do in Wimberley, Texas, you can visit here as a day trip or even a long weekend. If you visit during warm summer months, enjoy swimming in natural water holes for hours. Even if you visit this charming town during the “off-season,” you can fill your time hiking outdoors, shopping, tasting food and wine, and…
Pedernales Falls State Park, located about an hour west of Austin, is a unique Texas park. The park has several hiking and biking trails that feature waterfalls, swimming areas, and scenic overlooks. It is best known for the impressive Pedernales Falls that flows over massive slabs of limestone. We spent hours exploring the limestone slabs and skipping rocks during our…