Washington on the Brazos – Where Texas Became Texas
The Woodlands: 7 Wonderful Holiday Activities

The Woodlands is a great place to celebrate the holidays. From late November through December and into the new year, there are numerous activities and celebrations throughout this mastered planned community just north of Houston. While residents may not be…
Wimberley: Awesome Outdoor Activities in the Texas Hill Country
There is so much to do in wonderful Wimberley in the Texas Hill Country. Market Days, fun shops, outstanding food, world-class wineries, and all the arts and culture you would expect from a Texas Cultural District. In this article, I…
Messina Hof Wineries: 40 Years of Stomping, Sipping and Celebrating
Texas Wine In 1977, when Paul and Merrill Bonarrigo first opened the original Messina Hof Winery in Bryan, Texas, very few people gave any credence to Texas wines. In the 40 years since then, Messina Hof and other Texas wineries…
Georgetown Texas: Gorgeous Town Square, Blue and Black Holes, and Monumental Food
Once a sleepy small town an hour north of Austin, Georgetown, Texas has experienced immense growth as the suburbs continue their sprawl away from Austin. Somehow, despite the growth, Georgetown has managed to maintain that charm and friendliness small-town Texas…
Fredericksburg: Flowers, War, Wine and Angels Above the Creek
As the old saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” How wonderful that my trip to Fredericksburg, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, was in early May when many of those May flowers were still in bloom. And…
The Best of Door County Wisconsin: Cherries, Parks, Lakes, Packers, and More
Wisconsin is a beautiful state, and Green Bay and Door County are home to some of the most popular attractions. No trip to the area is complete without a visit to Lambeau Field, home of the world famous Green Bay…
Driftwood to Wimberley: Great Wineries and More in this Hill Country Paradise
Just 30 minutes west of Austin, many people know Driftwood as the home of world famous Salt Lick Barbeque. But what many people don’t know is that in the Driftwood and Wimberley area are several great wineries, accommodating lodgings, tasty…