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Travel Texas
Considering a tour of food trucks and bars in Austin? Or how about a stroll along the beach in South Padre Island? Get inspired to travel Texas with this collection of articles about beautiful Texas destinations.
A Relaxing South Padre Island Vacation for What Ails You
Waves crash on the beach, lulling me into a sleepy daze. I tuck a loose tendril of hair under my sun hat but it's a fruitless gesture. Wind whips my...
Visiting San Antonio: The Alamo, River Walk and Mission San José
After wrapping up our visit to sunny Austin, Daniel and I headed to San Antonio. It was only an hour and 15 minutes away and also home to the Alamo,...
Fun things to do in Austin that are Cheap or Free
Austin, Texas is one of those places that stays with you long after you leave. It's a hip, vibrant city with a thriving nightlife and an impressive...
Hunkering Down on South Padre Island
Well, it's happened again. COVID-19 has interrupted our travel plans. There's an alarming surge of Coronavirus sweeping the United States and we've...
Marilynn’s Place, Hurricane Zeta and other Adventures
On day 115 of our Great American Road Trip, my husband Daniel and I planned to drive from Hot Springs, Arkansas to Texas. We hadn't banked on...
Hi, I'm Unicorn!
I am an avid hiker, traveler, and adventurer who is on the mission to explore hiking trails around the world.  I’m also obsessed with National Parks, long-distance trails and other outdoorsy things.
I hope to share this knowledge with you and inspire you to explore new hiking trails too!