The pandemic hit tourism hard – the cruise industry being no exception. After being shuttered for months, cruise lines are pulling out all the stops to regain customer confidence. My family and I were looking for a fun way to spend time together – a late Christmas gift to ourselves – so we decided to […]
East Texas
The Boulders Lake Tyler: Get Outside in East Texas

To live in East Texas is to live in a region blessed with abundant natural beauty. Towering pine trees, rolling hills, bluebird skies, wildflowers, and wildlife make it easy to find inspiration. If you are looking for a way to reconnect with nature in a family-friendly environment, look no further than The Boulders at Lake […]
High Hill Farm – The Perfect East Texas Escape

The sun shines brilliantly against a bluebird sky as I navigate along a two-lane highway toward High Hill Farm tucked away in the Piney Woods off County Road 217. The GPS chirps to life, instructing me to take a left before announcing that I’ve arrived at my destination as I pull up to the gate. […]
Goat Yoga in East Texas? Oh My Goat!

If you know me, you know that I love yoga. The blissed-out feeling after a traditional class is totally addictive. But goat yoga? Hmmm… I’ve tried a few of the non-traditional yoga sessions that are popular now. Aerial yoga? A great workout, but not for me. Yoga hiking? A personal favorite. The combination of mindful […]
Tyler Paddle: Zen on Tap in East Texas

What’s SUP East Texas? If you’ve been looking for something new to try, Tyler Paddle has got you covered. This East Texas locally owned business rents stand-up paddleboards (SUP) on Lake Tyler’s gorgeous tree-lined shores. Options abound at Tyler Paddle. You can rent a board(s) and spend a couple of hours touring the lake, participate […]