Texas Sandfest… A Fantastic Event That You Have To See For Yourself!

Texas Sandfest In Port Aransas

For several years, we have been hearing about Texas Sandfest in Port Aransas. I have always known that it is a sand sculpture competition on the beach. But I never knew what it all entails.

This past weekend was the latest edition of Texas Sandfest. We decided that it was time to go. So we set off in our camper van on the Thursday. Boy, were we surprised with what we found…

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10 Spectacular Christmas Light Displays In Texas That Will Make You Go “Wow!”

Chrsitmas Light Displays - Texas

Do you remember how much fun it was to go see Christmas light displays when you were a kid?

For most of us, nothing has changed. It is still a thrill to go see the millions of twinkling lights and the wondrous world they create.

If you will be in Texas this holiday season, here are ten spectacular Christmas light displays to go see…

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Typhoon Texas Pflugerville – A Day Of Fun In The Sun

Typhoon Texas Pflugerville
Typhoon Texas – Pflugerville

Another summer rolls around in Texas… you’re in Austin… it’s hot and you’re looking for a fun place to take the kids to cool off. On top of that, it would be nice if you could also fit in some fun and relaxation. Look no further than Typhoon Texas in Pflugerville!

Typhoon Texas was formerly known as Hawaiian Falls Pflugerville. It is located about 30 minutes north of downtown Austin, near the intersection of I-45 and SH-130.

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Sandcastle Lessons In South Padre… Learn How To Create Awesome Beach Art

Sandcastle Lessons In South Padre
Want to build one of these?

Most of us have built sandcastles on the beach before. You know… the kind that involves a plastic shovel and a bucket that is shaped like a castle tower when flipped upside-down.

What if you would like to create something better than that… something that could be described as sand art? Well, you can do it.

Andy Hancock has been offering sandcastle lessons in South Padre for years.

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Westcave Preserve – How To Have Fun And Learn About Our World

Westcave Preserve
Natural beauty at Westcave Preserve

If you’ve ever been to Hamilton Pool, you know that part of the Texas Hill Country is simply beautiful. Right next door to Hamilton Pool, on the Pedernales River, is Westcave Preserve…

Westcave Preserve is an outdoor environmental learning center… but not boring learning. It’s beautiful learning! It’s fun learning!

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The State Fair Of Texas – Why You Should Not Miss This Celebration Of Texas Culture

State Fair Of Texas: Big TexThe State Fair of Texas is one of the biggest and popular annual events in Texas. It has been around for more than 125 years. Every year, thousands of people flock to it from far and wide.

What is it that makes the State Fair of Texas so popular? What types of fun can people have there? Why should you go?

Let me tell you why this is one event you don’t want to miss if you are anywhere near Dallas around October.

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Bandera Texas – Cowboy Capital Of The World – For A Reason!

Bandera Texas: Horses And RidersBandera Texas is called The Cowboy Capital of the World… and for a very good reason! It looks like a cowboy town!

Not a fake cowboy town with people wandering the streets wearing cowboy costumes…. No, Bandera Texas is the real deal!

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Rodeo Austin – Two Weeks Of “Texas” That You’ll Talk About For A Long Time

Rodeo Austin: Bull RidingYeee-haaah! Saddle up, and head to Austin… it’s Rodeo Austin time!

Yes, that’s how it is for many people who have been to Rodeo Austin before. That’s how it will be for you after you’ve been to the Austin Rodeo!

What’s so great about Rodeo Austin?

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Austin City Limits Festival – 3 Days Of Music That Will Blow Your Socks Off

Concert At Austin City Limits FestivalOnce a year there is a big musical stirring in Austin, Texas! The city is gearing up for the Austin City Limits Festival!

This isn’t just any old festival. ACL is the reason why Austin is also known as the live music capital of the world. The Austin City Limits Festival is the live embodiment of that title that Austin carries so proudly!

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