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Spicewood is a Texas town nestled along Lake Travis and the home of Country Music Legend Willie Nelson. Need I say more… (more…)
We all “Remember the Alamo” but so few “Remember Goliad,” a town that was just as important in securing a Texan victory during the Texas Revolution. Check out why it’s worth remembering. (more…)
Lots of things float in Smithville. Hope, Smoke, and YOU on a road bike when you visit Smithville. (more…)
Some folks think the only way to visit Huntsville is in handcuffs with an official escort that definitely ain’t a tour guide. But trust me, visiting Huntsville is not sentenced punishment, but one of the best days in your life. (more…)
Come along to “Cowtown” the city of Cowboys and Culture. You’ll be glad you did. (more…)
While it’s more than a day trip away from….well, anywhere. Every Texan needs to spend at least a day in this stunning National Park. (more…)
It’s a town built on a special Texas kind of “CRAZY” and makes for one CRAZY-fun Texas day trip.
It’s the most historic island in Texas and makes for an epic day trip adventure. We’ve got a new episode on Galveston coming this Summer.
But for a little sneak preview, check out my Daytripper column in Texas Highways HERE.
In far North East Texas lies the only natural lake in the state. I drove in for a visit to the swamps of Caddo Lake. (more…)
Austin’s downtown has been going through a renaissance. Old warehouses have been replaced by swanky restaurants and high-rise condos. But if you know where to look, great spots abound – both new and old.
FOOD
For older Austin-style institutions try out Mike’s Pub and devour a greasy burger in this dive of a restaurant. If the tables are full, you’ll be eating on a pool table covered with a plywood board. Or try Texas Chili Parlor and have a hot bowl of the official food of Texas (which is chili if you didn’t know). And then there’s Stubb’s BBQ, which is not only a great place for ‘Que, but also live music. For something brighter grab a sandwich at Jo’s Coffee in the Second Street District or grab some tasty Tex-Mex at the Iron Cactus on 6th.
CULTURE
For entertainment and some history, head to the Texas Capitol to shout your name while standing on the star of the Capitol rotunda. If you’re lucky, you might even catch some Texas Legislators in action and making laws. Young families will enjoy the Austin Children’s Museum with lots of hands-on activities. For shopping, browse the Second Street District and stop to take a peek in Austin’s City Hall. You might even hear some live music emanating from its steps. But if you want to hear some MUSIC in the “Live Music Capital of the World” then wait for the sun to go down and head to any choice of venues on Sixth Street or Red River. Sixth will offer you a mix of rock and blues while Red River will give you the latest in hipster music and trends.
OUTDOORS
If you are looking to spend some time under the Texas sun, take a walk around the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, or rent a kayak or canoe from the Texas Rowing Center and hit the water.
As you know Austin is big and has lots of pockets for exploring. So, rather than just unload a bunch of stuff to do, we’ve broken it up into sections for your Daytripper enjoyment…. (more…)
Settled in the far north reaches of the Texas Hill Country, Goldthwaite is the hub of Mills County, a county that triples in population when deer season rolls around. But lucky for Daytrippers, there’s more in Mills County than just deer. (more…)
If you aren’t an Aggie, you might consider a day trip to Aggieland worse than community service. But believe it or not, there is more in College Station than just lots and lots of Aggies. (more…)
Beaumont is Texas’ city of lost gold – Black Gold that is. It’s also the melting pot between Texas and Louisiana, meaning you don’t have to jump the Sabine to visit Cajun Country. It’s right here in Beaumont.
This town calls itself “A Little Bit of Heaven”. And the funny thing is – they may be right. (more…)
Lockhart is the officially the “Barbecue Capital of Texas.” Need we say more? (more…)
This reservoir along the Guadalupe River is a great place for swimmin’, eatin’, and explorin’. Check it out. (more…)
Natural Bridge isn’t a town, but a place. Even so, it’s a place you want to go. (more…)
Brenham is more than just Blue Bell. Don’t believe me? Check it out for yourself. (more…)
Ah Bavaria! It’s beautiful, it’s German, and it’s about 5,000 miles away. Lucky for us, settlers brought Germany to Texas and named it Fredericksburg.
This is a town known for two things: Bar-B-Q and watermelon. You’d be hard pressed to think of two better things to be known for. (more…)
Before the beer, there was the town. The town that made the beer. Shiner, TX. Home of the folks that have been brewing Shiner Beer for over 100 years. And, yes, they will let you move here. (more…)
Burnet is a town that sits within spitting distance to two perfect hill country lakes. Need we say more…
Bastrop is a city tucked away along the winding Colorado River and lost within the Lost Pines.
We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected by KLRU Austin to bring The Daytripper to the PBS app for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. The app is completely free; all you need is an Internet/Wi-Fi connection to watch. See our latest episodes via the PBS app and never miss another show again! Read the rest of this entry »
I’m coming to Austin on Saturday (Nov. 12th).
I’m coming to DALLAS. Click on the picture to make it bigger and get more information. Come say “HOWDY”.
