[ad_1] For generations, Mexican households have come alive on November 2 to welcome back the spirits of loved ones who have died. Through elaborately-decorated altars, or ofrendas, families provide food and drinks for the dead, along with some of their photos and belongings, on Día de los Muertos. The Mesoamerican tradition adapted during Spanish colonization, and is now … [Read more...] about See How Our Readers Celebrate Día de los Muertos
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Spring Break South Padre Island
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Vacation Activities for Everyone Visiting Texas
Texas is home to some of the biggest attractions for families and friends to enjoy, from the San Antonio Texan city and its notable Alamo and River Walk, to the Historic Dealey Plaza and many art museums in Dallas, TX. Visitors in Texas know the list of things to do is virtually never-ending. From outdoor activities and indoor museums to theme parks and festivals, … [Read more...] about Vacation Activities for Everyone Visiting Texas
25 Best Things to Do in New Braunfels, TX
New Braunfels, TX, founded by German settlers in 1845, boasts an old world heritage that combines perfectly with its small town charm. Located in the heart of the Texas Hill country, this small town offers a diverse range of activities, attractions, and entertainment. Comal River provides most of the water for the water paradise Schlitterbahn Waterpark, consisting of seventy … [Read more...] about 25 Best Things to Do in New Braunfels, TX
60 Amazing Things You Absolutely Must Do In Texas This Summer
By James Waterson The weather’s finally heating up and everyone’s out of school (except you overachievers out there), so it’s about time to start planning your summer. If you’re the type of person who loves rugged hiking adventures, a relaxing time on the beach, or a fine glass of wine, Texas has something for you. Indeed, the sky is the limit here in the Lone Star State. … [Read more...] about 60 Amazing Things You Absolutely Must Do In Texas This Summer
Houston Weekend Canoeing Adventure
[ad_1] In Houston, weekends are made for outdoor activities. Many residents love to enjoy the local bayous, whether it's canoeing, boating, kayaking or strolling along the lush green banks. The waterways in Houston are environmental treasures that residents love to explore. The serenity of the floating along the bayous provide a stark contrast to the urban sprawl that … [Read more...] about Houston Weekend Canoeing Adventure
5 Fun Itineraries For Last-Minute Winter Texas Vacations
[ad_1] Texas vacations are always interesting. Depending on how you choose to travel, it is always surprising to see just how big the Lone Star State is from border to border. Texas is also known as a state that just cannot deal with winter weather. Considering the oppressing heat that the state experiences with very little exposure to ice and snow, it is no wonder that … [Read more...] about 5 Fun Itineraries For Last-Minute Winter Texas Vacations
Good times at Cablestock at Texas Ski Ranch and Hydrous Wakepark
Here it is. The first clip of #cheerwithnico. Good times at Cablestock at Texas Ski Ranch and Hydrous Wakepark. source … [Read more...] about Good times at Cablestock at Texas Ski Ranch and Hydrous Wakepark
Dallas Outdoor Activities
[ad_1] Dallas is truly a city that likes to get outdoors and have fun. Because Dallas is essentially two cities in one, with Ft. Worth just a few miles away, there is a combined population of over 5 million people in the Dallas Metroplex, and they demand fun things to do in the balmy summers and in the mild winters. Let's take a look at some of the most popular outdoor … [Read more...] about Dallas Outdoor Activities
The Transformation of Smokey Joe’s Bar-B-Que Is Stunning
[ad_1] In 1985, Kenneth Manning and Joe Melton converted an old gas station along Interstate 35 in southern Dallas into a barbecue joint. They built a smoker along the back wall from brick and steel and called the place Smokey Joe’s Bar-B-Que. That pit was the heart of the restaurant. When Kris Manning, then age 23, bought the place from his father in 2013, that pit was a … [Read more...] about The Transformation of Smokey Joe’s Bar-B-Que Is Stunning
