Texas manages 89 state parks and state natural areas under Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TWPD.) Perennially popular Garner State Park, located on the banks of the Frio River, and Palo Duro Canyon State Park consistently top the list of most-visited Texas State Parks. According to TPWD, Garner State Park received 517,000 visitors in 2022,…
If you’re heading to Kansas, you’ll want these eight fun things to do in Wichita Kansas in your back pocket. The Sunflower State has much more than prairies and this friendly city has lots to explore. 1. Visit the Wichita Art Museum This world-class museum boasts an impressive collection of American art, featuring more than…
“Attend this 90-minute presentation and receive dinner vouchers worth $150 plus a $500 Visa gift card.” That sounds good, right? Danger, Will Robinson. The time share sales pitch is just ahead. Ultimately, only you can decide whether attending a time share sales pitch is a good idea. I put these tips on surviving a time-share…
You wouldn’t be wrong if you’re thinking of New Orleans as an adults-only fun spot. That said, there are options to explore the city that don’t involve wild times. Here are 11 things to do in New Orleans beyond Bourbon Street. Many of them are suitable for families. New Orleans Beyond Bourbon Street – Things…
If you are planning a Disney cruise and your goal is “As cheap as possible” then you’ll want to consider an inside stateroom. I have been on seven Disney cruises and I’ve sailed twice on this Disney Magic. I had a travel agent tell me years ago that I simply had to have a balcony and…
Shreveport Louisiana (and its sister city Bossier City) in Northwest Louisiana is known as Ark-La-Tex. The region is so named because it’s where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas intersect. The Shreveport Bossier food culture is unique because it’s influenced by Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana cuisine. Local and transplanted chefs bring their flavors and cultures to the…
Want the BEST spring break trip for your family? I’ve got an awesome suggestion for a family-friendly beach break: Gulf Shores Alabama. Alabama beaches are perfect for families – no MTV-style beach bash here. Gulf Shores and nearby Orange Beach are beach communities that cater to families with plenty of places to stay and a…
Government Canyon State Natural Area is located on the far north side of San Antonio, near Helotes. It’s operated by Texas Parks and Wildlife but it is a natural area and not a park. The focus is conservation and resource manager. That said, this is a popular spot for families, hikers and campers, mostly because…
As a travel writer, I spend a lot of nights in a bed other than my own. Wait…that sounded wrong. To write about travel involves travel and overnight stays in hotels are a part of my work landscape. Some properties knock it out of the park. Some are just okay and a place to sleep…
If you know even a little bit about the Disney Cruise Line’s Castaway Club, you’re probably familiar with the fact that the Castaway Club is based on tiers. Earlier this week, Disney Cruise Line introduced a fourth membership tier. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Peal membership tier. Disney Cruise Line Introduces New Pearl…