#TravelTuesday: Road Tripping West, a Winning Jackpot of Three National Parks

by Brian & Dana Maass on November 24, 2020

One of the safest, easiest and family-friendliest ways to meet COVID-induced travel criteria of avoiding groups, seeking open spaces and finding flexible itineraries is to hit the road to our national parks. Many of America’s...

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#TravelTuesday: Escape — To Nowhere, Lodgewell Wimberley, TX and Lake LBJ

by Marika Flatt on November 3, 2020

Lodgewell has curated the best homes for hanging out, celebrating or even a simple change of scene. If you’re following our Escape — To Nowhere series, you know we’re looking to show you where you...

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Five Minutes With ChipMonk Co-Founder, Houston’s Jose Hernandez

by Gracie Watt on October 29, 2020

Hailing from Houston, Jose Hernandez had a mission. To bring great tasting healthy desserts to Texans.  Today, at his company ChipMonk, Hernandez bakes with all natural ingredients and ensures all goods are diabetic-friendly, keto-friendly and...

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It’s Texas Wine Month, Ya’ll!

by Robin Barr Sussman on October 7, 2020

The most beautiful time of the year in Texas has arrived and, with it, your chance to support all the wonderful wineries in our own backyard. Here’s our guide to recommended Texas wineries with a...

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Best Beers for Oktoberfest 2020

by Brian Maass on September 25, 2020

Oktoberfest celebrations may be different in 2020, but that hasn’t dampened our love of beer. So, while it will be on a smaller scale, let’s keep the German-Texan spirit alive by raising a beer stein...

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#TravelTuesday: Visiting Colorado Springs — A Six-Pack of Outdoor Adventures

by Dana and Brian Maass on September 22, 2020

2020 is the year of the unthinkable as existing plans have unraveled in the wake of travel bans and cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, with fresh air, wide open spaces, and ample opportunities...

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#TravelTuesday: Sip Up, Texas — Fredericksburg Area Wineries and Tasting Rooms

by Marika Flatt on September 15, 2020

As Texas opens up, how about escaping to the heart of the Texas wine country for a change of scenery? And what better way to start exploring again than with a visit to the pick...

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#TravelTuesday: The Texas Town Square That Sparkles — Georgetown

by Marika Flatt on September 8, 2020

It’s in my Top 3 Texas Towns… I adore Georgetown!  The town square has a vibe like no other. When I have to drive through without stopping, I look at the folks sitting at tables...

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#TravelTuesday: Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, a Heavenly Wellness Retreat

by Brian & Dana Maass on August 25, 2020

Sitting on a Colorado mesa overlooking 70-million-year-old rock formations, Garden of the Gods Resort and Club has long offered both locals and guests a respite from reality. Established in 1951 as a private country club,...