Months of quarantine, lockdowns, restrictions, and uncertainty have brought travel to a standstill. With the arrival of summer, I couldn’t help asking what’s a travel columnist to do? As restrictions lifted throughout the country, I decided to take a road trip to the sugar-white, sandy beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. What I found when I arrived is what I’ve […]
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Kiepersol Estates – A True Craft Experience in East Texas
Kiepersol Estates, located in the Piney Woods of East Texas, is a first-class destination for foodies, oenophiles, and now, lovers of mixology and craft cocktails. It is also a story of one man’s love of farming and family—a story twenty years in the making. On February 21, 1984, Pierre de Wit caught a glimpse […]
Meandering in Mineola, Texas
As a recent transplant to East Texas, I enjoy exploring all of my new home’s incredible offerings. I love being a tourist in my own town, or this case, a neighboring town. In that spirit, I recently paid a visit to Mineola, Texas, (population 4,686) just north of Tyler at the junction of highways 69 […]
Romantic Alabama – Love Is In the Air
Love is in the air. Chances are you and your valentine will want to do something to celebrate your romance this month. Often, the mere mention of a romantic getaway conjures up thoughts of exotic destinations. There are simply some places, some experiences that make us want to fall in love all over again. It’s […]
Christmas On the Strand: Galveston, Texas
Have you been dreaming of a White Christmas? Maybe this year you’d like to trade the dream of snow for that of sand – a gorgeous 32-mile stretch of it – in Galveston, Texas? From November through January, the barrier island transforms from a vibrant seaside getaway to a unique holiday destination filled with festive, […]
West Texas: The Perfect Road Trip?
Long, lonely highways. Big Texas sky. Plus, speed limits of 80 MPH and a host of unusual stops make West Texas the perfect road trip destination. While most people pass through on their way to Big Bend National Park, the trio of towns – Fort Davis, Alpine, Marfa – make the perfect weekend itinerary. Set […]
Women Who Wander Outdoor Retreat – Texas
How much longer? I wonder to myself as I check the GPS for the umpteenth time. I’m headed to the inaugural Women Who Wander Outdoor Retreat in south Texas to spend the weekend with 600 of my new best friends. Let me explain. I love to hike, pedal, and paddle. Hands down my favorite modes […]
Bentonville, Arkansas: Your Next Three-Day Weekend
Searching for a destination that offers world-class art, natural beauty, fantastic dining, plenty of attractions, and won’t break the bank? Look no further than Bentonville, Arkansas. Tucked into the northwest corner of the state, this midsize town offers all of that and more, so put it on your list. Here are a few ideas to […]
San Antonio River Walk: Pedal, Paddle, Hike
The best way to experience a destination is on foot. I like to hike, pedal, or paddle whenever I visit a new destination. In San Antonio, you can do all three right inside the city limits. When you think of the San Antonio River Walk, the heavily trafficked historic section located downtown may come to […]
Bentonville Arkansas: Big City Vibe, Small Town Soul
With a population hovering around 50,000, you might not expect to find a flourishing, world-class art scene, incredible dining, exciting attractions, and loads of outdoor recreation all tucked into the corner of Northwest Arkansas. You can though. In Bentonville, Arkansas. Kick-started by WalMart HQ, Bentonville is experiencing tremendous growth. Home of the world-renowned Crystal Bridges American Museum […]
