Travel and adventure blog for those looking for destination ideas and vacation planning tips.
How To Spend 4 Days in West Texas
My 4 Days in West Texas itinerary begins in the charming and quirky little town of Alpine and then takes you to the Davis Mountains for a night at the McDonald Observatory. The following day, the small artsy town of Marfa gets a visit…
South Padre Island In The Offseason
South Padre Island in the offseason is one of the best travel values in Texas. With low hotel rates, no crowds or traffic, and the best beach in the state to yourself, what’s not to love!? Then you add perfect mild temperatures and the…
Las Vegas is the ultimate weekend destination!
Las Vegas is the ultimate weekend destination. Whether it’s your first or tenth visit, the feelings generated prior to your trip will be the same. There is an excitement and anticipation as your travel day gets closer that is different from other vacations. You…
Weekend in Louisiana: Big Easy and Lake Charles Getaway!
A weekend in Louisiana visiting New Orleans and Lake Charles is the ideal getaway for those looking for a great scene, amazing food, and a vice or two to indulge. We went on a quick road trip adventure that took us from Houston to…
SPUR OF THE MOMENT ROAD TRIP TO BIG BEND
Spur of the moment road trip to Big Bend materialized after mother nature robbed us the year before from seeing the Milky Way. I was more determined than ever to get back out to Big Bend so that my kids could experience the unbelievable…
Exciting Road Trip Adventure to South Dakota
Some of the best times in one’s life are those unplanned moments. Our road trip adventure to South Dakota was one of those. My wife and I seldom discussed this state when we would talk about our US travel bucket list and to be…