Houston is a large, urban city, but that doesn’t mean you can’t escape to nature with just a short drive. There are a number of incredible state parks near Houston to help you get your outdoor fix. In under two hours, you can be hiking, biking, boating and more. Plus, this is Texas, so even …
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Fort Davis, Texas is a small town in West Texas, just north of Marfa and Alpine. If you’re planning a trip out that way, make sure to save this post so you can reference all the things to do in Fort Davis. With a population of just over 1200, Fort Davis is a pretty tiny …
Did you know that there is a Statue of Liberty right here in Texas? Yup, no need to travel all the way to New York – you can tell everyone you’ve been to the statue, but still never leave the state. Located in Halletsville, Texas, the statue is pretty much an hour and fifty minutes …
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As the second largest city in Texas, you’d expect there to be no end of fun things to do in San Antonio with kids, and you’d be right! San Antonio is a big city with a laid back vibe that makes it an ideal family vacation destination. It has a great mix of commercialized activities …
Because of its rich history, there are so many things to do in Gonzales Tx. But unless you’ve studied Texas history, you might not be familiar with this Texas city. Gonzales is a small town along US-90, about two hours west of Houston, just over an hour east of San Antonio, an hour south of …
Looking for vacation rentals in Texas Hill Country can be frustrating. There are so many different booking sites and so many options – where to even begin? That’s why I set out to create a comprehensive list of the best Hill Country vacation rentals from across the internet. On this list, you’ll find Hill Country …
UPDATE: With regular movie theaters back up and running, we’re down to just two drive in movie theaters in Houston, and one outdoor, rooftop movie theater. Drive in movies are a great way to turn a regular movie outing into an incredible experience. There’s something about the drive in movie experience that calls to mind …
Waco, Texas is best known as the home of Joanna and Chip Gaines, of Fixer Upper fame. But while browsing Magnolia Market may not be high up on your kids’ bucket list, there are actually some incredibly fun things to do with kids in Waco. Waco is fairly centrally located, about a three-hour drive from …
We thought about keeping this incredible Hill Country Airbnb a secret, so we wouldn’t have to share, but our good conscience won out. Prepare to be amazed. Let’s first establish that finding this property was hard work! Our criteria for booking our early summer getaway was simple. We were looking for a place that was …
Looking for things to do in Houston with kids? I’ve got you covered. Here’s everything that’s anything to do in Houston as a family – or even on your own! Make sure to verify availability before visiting, as some places may have modified opening times. Outdoor Things to Do in Houston With Kids Houston Zoos, …
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