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5 Things To Do When You Move To Houston

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This post is sponsored by Gameday Moving Services Texas is home to many exciting and family style tourist attractions! Whether you are there for business, a weekend getaway or embarking on a new adventure, there is something for everyone in this great state. The city of Houston, in specific, serves up nationally recognized shopping, entertaining, …

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Where to Stay & What To Do In Marathon, TX

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Marathon, TX is a tiny town out in Brewster County in West Texas. It’s a popular spot to stay when visiting Big Bend National Park, so I’ll be showcasing some of the best places to stay and things to do in Marathon. But first, a little history…. The town of Marathon, like so many Texas …

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9 State Parks Near Houston – Under Two-Hour’s Drive

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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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Top Things To Do In Fort Davis Texas

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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 …

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You Can Visit the Statue of Liberty Right Here in Texas

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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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16 Fun Things To Do In San Antonio With Kids

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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 …

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6 Top Things To Do In Gonzales TX

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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 …

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Top Hill Country Texas Vacation Rentals

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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 …

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Moonstruck Drive-In Giveaway

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Want to win tickets for you and a carload of your friends to see a drive-in movie overlooking downtown Houston? Fill out the form below! And don’t forget to share with your friends – every friend you refer is another entry. Contest ends Wednesday, November 18, 11:59 PM CST and winner will be announced in …

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5 Best Drive In Movie Theaters In Houston

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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 …

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