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7 Places to Stay in Fredericksburg, Texas That You Will Want to Book Now
Visiting Fredericksburg, Texas is one of my favorite getaways. Picturesque hill country, more wineries than you can count, great food, and cute shops are all on offer here. I just love searching for a cute place to stay in Fredericksburg, so I thought I would share some awesome spots for you to check out. Scroll to see seven places I’ve either happened upon myself or had recommended to me by friends in the area. Blacksmith Quarters on Barons Creek Both historic and beautiful, these cottages are built on the Ransleben Blacksmith property right as you enter downtown Fredericksburg. Even more unique? The cottages are named after the blacksmith’s children. The…
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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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8 of the Most Magical Christmas Destinations to Dream About
Christmas and the holidays are such a magical time of year. I love the traditions and memories that this season brings! If you are looking for Christmas destinations to travel to and really get into the holiday spirit, this list is for you! These locations are a bit more off the beaten path, instead of all the cities you may already think of for wintertime and the holidays. Each location has a variety of spirited events or activities including Christmas markets, options for skiing, snowy winter wonderlands, and more. Read on for 8 magical Christmas destinations! Christmas Destinations #1: Riga, Latvia Doesn’t this picture make you feel like you’re walking…
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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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Top 5 Travel Gifts the Traveler in Your Life Needs
I really love giving and receiving travel gifts, because I truly think it’s the gift that keeps on giving. With travel on hold this year, I’m preparing myself to travel abroad as soon as it’s safe again, which includes making sure I have good travel gear! It’s almost that time of year again! Either you love to buy gifts and already have things in mind, or you’re like me and have yet to get started. Sigh. Don’t worry – I have a great list in store that any traveler is sure to love. My top 5 travel gifts list should give you some inspiration – and even better yet –…
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How to Enjoy Santa Fe, New Mexico in Only 24 hours
Let’s start by saying you really can’t earn a true appreciation for any city in 24 hours. Santa Fe, New Mexico is no exception. That said, there are times when we only have a limited amount of time to visit a new locale and given the choice of not going at all or spending just one day, I’d chose one day. Our path intersected with Santa Fe on a road trip back from Red River, New Mexico. That location is a hidden gem, read more about it in my other post: Red River, the Best Kept Secret in New Mexico! Sante Fe is easy to traverse and packed full of…
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Red River, the Best Kept Secret of New Mexico!
I had never heard of Red River, New Mexico until I started digging around and doing some research. My go-to research spaces of Pinterest and YouTube didn’t even offer much on this little gem of a city. We read more about what they call the Enchanted Circle with cool New Mexico weather, scenic mountains, and rivers from what we could piece together. With Texas nearing 100 degrees in August, this seemed like a drivable escape from the heat. Once we traversed hundreds of miles and arrived in the quaint and beautiful town we wondered why travelers outside New Mexico have passed this spot up in favor of Colorado! Read on…
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Tips You Need to Know for Your First RV Rental Trip
Road trip! What do those words mean to you? To me it used to mean hours and hours on the road, barely stopping to eat, or pee for that matter, all to get to an end destination. What if the road trip was a part of your vacation instead of just the means to get there? In comes the RV road trip, and RV rental, ever-growing in popularity over the past few years. It’s not just for retirees anymore! Planning an RV road trip requires a few more steps and a bit more preparedness. I’ve compiled my list of the top tips you need to know to book your RV…
