Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & National Historical Park is a two park combination. Learn about the legacy of the 36th President, see the Texas White House and Air Force 1/2, or spend time on a Living Farm.
Memorial Day Weekend is the start of the always busy summer travel season. This list of uncrowded destinations help you pick the best less busy spots for a long weekend trip.
Muleshoe Bend is a solid destination to see bluebonnets on the shores of Lake Travis. Bring your bike or hiking shoes to enjoy the multiuse trails. Rent a kayak or a paddle board to navigate the refreshing waters.
Balcones Canyonlands is a National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Austin, Texas. This preserve is a great place to see native plants and wildlife in their natural habitat. Only select areas are open to the public.
Lost Maples is about as close as it gets to a real fall in Texas every November. But this park has more than maples trees. Its hiking trails could challenge even the experienced hikers.
Garner State Park is a scenic park in a remote area of Texas. The Frio River, Old Baldy Summit, and 16 miles of hiking trails make it a popular weekend destination from San Antonio.
Enchanted Rock has a mysterious name and spectacular Hill Country views from the granite summit. Get a day pass in advance and hike the lesser know park trails to avoid crowds at this natural wonder.
Washington, D.C. has art and house museums, monuments and memorials, parkways and parks. This realistic list helps you pick the top destinations to visit on your next trip to the nation’s capital.
Hillwood Estate is an art gallery, a house museum, and a garden under one roof. The 36-room mansion is home to Fabergé eggs, jewelry items, paintings, and vintage furniture pieces.
The Library of Congress is among the most beautiful buildings at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Head to the Thomas Jefferson Building to see Gutenberg Bible, Painters’ Marks, arches, murals, and domes.