Texas
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How To Plan the Best Day in Wimberley Texas
Are you looking for a day trip from Austin, Texas? Want to visit all the small towns in Texas? This post will give you all the details you need for visiting Wimberley, Texas. Wimberley is a charming small town about 35 miles South of Austin, in the Texas Hill Country. Read on for my tips on when to visit, things to do, where to eat, and even where to swim in Wimberley, Texas! When to Visit Wimberley When to visit is definitely determined by the weather in Wimberley and the activity you’d like to enjoy! Spring and Fall are ideal for shopping, eating on a patio, hiking, and walking around…
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Top Dripping Springs Breweries You Need to Visit – from a Local
The Texas Hill Country is best known for the many wineries stretching for miles along Highway 290, but did you know there are amazing breweries too? Dripping Springs breweries have been popping up over the past decade, and there are now enough to visit that it would be tough to hit them all in a weekend. If you are planning a trip to Dripping and love beer, or are traveling with someone who does, read on for the rundown on some of my favorite locations. (And don’t worry, if beer is not your drink of choice, most offer alternatives!) Where is Dripping Springs? Dripping Springs is located in the Texas…
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5 Reasons to Not Miss Johnson City, Texas on Your Hill Country Visit [Updated 2023]
Johnson City, Texas may not ring a bell to you. Nestled between Fredericksburg and Austin, this quaint town also has a lot to offer but without all the hype. I visit Johnson City quite often as I live only 20 minutes east in Dripping Springs, Texas, and have come to really enjoy this small town as an alternative to the hustle and bustle of other cities. Below are my top five tips on why you should add Johnson City to your itinerary if you plan to visit the Texas Hill Country. First, a few details on weather and when to visit. Johnson City, Texas Weather The weather in Johnson City…
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Interesting Things To Do Off the Beaten Path in San Antonio, Texas
I’ve been to San Antonio, actually multiple times before, since it’s so close to Austin. I’m guessing when you think of San Antonio, Texas you think of two things – The Riverwalk and The Alamo. While those are great (albeit touristy) spots, we had visited both before and wanted to change things up. I love seeing alternate parts of a town and discovering hidden gems. Oh and don’t forget food, lots of good food. Read on to find out the top interesting spots off the beaten path in central San Antonio. Where to Stay in San Antonio, Texas Airbnb is the way to go for an alternate place to stay!…
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Popular Wineries in Dripping Springs You’ll Want to Visit
The Texas Hill Country is best known for the many wineries stretching for miles along Highway 290 in Fredericksburg, but did you know there are amazing wineries in the town of Dripping Springs? Closer to Austin for easier access, this is a great location to consider for your hill country wine experience. Dripping Springs wineries offer more of a laid back, “hang out for a while” vibe which I really love. If you are planning a trip to Dripping and love wine, or are traveling with someone who does, read on for the rundown on five of my favorite locations. Make sure you stick around for my winery pro tips…
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A Unique Day Trip to Fredericksburg, Texas
Fredericksburg, Texas is one of those places I could just keep going back to again and again. Small town Texas charm, German heritage, and amazing wine are just a few of the reasons why. This particular trip to Fredericksburg was not a typical one. Usually, we head out there when spring flowers are blooming, or fall is upon us. This time, I surprised my Husband with a one night stay for his Birthday in late February. We definitely strayed away from our usual agenda of wine tasting, so read on to see what we did on our unique day (Tuesday!) in Fredericksburg, Texas. No Surprise Here This trip was supposed…
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All You Need to Know – Insider’s Travel Guide to Dripping Springs, TX [Updated 2023]
I love Dripping Springs. If you don’t know already, I live (and play and explore) in this small town outside of Austin, Texas. After living in South Austin for 9+ years the decision to move “out of town” was a tough one for us. But we traded hour-long waitlists at up and coming restaurants for sprawling ranches turned into breweries or wineries, and smaller local places to eat. I think I’ll take it. People are becoming more and more familiar with the Hill Country as one of the top wine trails in the country. Dripping Springs is the beginning of that trail, but we have so much more than wine! I…
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How to Plan a Trip to the Texas Hill Country
The Texas Hill Country is a beautiful and fun place to explore. If you’ve never been there before, you’re missing out. I live here and have been to able to explore a good number of great places to eat, drink, and stay. Just 30 – 90 minutes from Austin, depending if you are starting in Dripping or Fredericksburg, you could combine this trip with the city. San Antonio is also just over an hour away. There’s a little bit of everything at this destination including wineries, breweries, rolling vistas, shopping and even hiking. So strap on your hiking boots, or bring your travel wine glass and plan your next trip…
