Texas Prairies & Lakes
The Texas Prairies and Lakes region encompasses parts of central and north-central Texas, stretching from just west of Houston, all the way up to Oklahoma. Some major cities in this region are Dallas, Waco, Burnet, and Gonzales.
- Family-Friendly Fun Things to do in Plano, TX
Plano, TX is a suburb of Dallas, but a vacation destination in its own right. We spent a few days there and were astonished at the plethora of family-friendly activities in Plano. Whether you’re traveling with little kids, teens, or even just adults, you’ll definitely want to check out Plano for your next Texas vacation … - 9 Fun Things to Do in Glen Rose Texas
Glen Rose, TX is an adorable little town about an hour southwest of Dallas. With a population of just 2,000, this town is small but still packs in the fun. There are an incredible number of fun things to do in Glen Rose Texas. As the dinosaur capital of Texas, be prepared for lots of … - Camp Fimfo Waco – Luxury Camping Resort
If you’ve never heard the words camping and resort in the same sentence, you’ve obviously never visited Camp Fimfo Waco. Just an hour and a half from Dallas and Austin, and under three hours from Houston, Camp Fimfo Waco is the ideal place to get out and enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing any of your … - Best Family-Friendly Frisco Texas Hotel
If you’re looking for a family-friendly Frisco Texas hotel, The Westin Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa is the place for you. Located in Frisco, Texas, The Westin Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa is a beautifully appointed resort that caters to both leisure and business travelers. Situated on 400 acres, the resort features an array of … - 15 Incredibly Fun Things to Do in Frisco TX
If you’re looking for a family-friendly vacation destination, you must add Frisco, Texas to your list. Even without the upcoming Universal Studios theme park, there are an incredible number of fun things to do in Frisco. Plus, the experiences we had in Frisco were entirely unique. Many of the things to do in Frisco are … - Palmetto State Park Hidden Swim Area
Palmetto State Park is a beautiful, other-worldly park located just northwest of Gonzales, Texas. (For more things to do in Gonzales, Texas, click here.) With lush palmetto fronds lining the trails, one might be tricked into thinking they’d been transported into Jurassic Park. The park is conveniently located just over two hours from Houston, and … - 6 Top Things To Do In Gonzales TX
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 … - Things To Do In Waco With Kids
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 … - Best Texas Ghost Towns – The Grove
There’s something magical about a town that seems to just be suspended in time. We love Texas ghost towns for just that reason. Visiting The Grove and seeing those buildings from an era past can make you feel entirely displaced in time. You’re hit with the realization that the post office, the blacksmith, even the …