Sure, I could be dreaming of a white Christmas right about now -- but it's so much more fun to think Gruene! After all, what could be better than Christmas in Gruene? It's one of my favorite small towns in Texas. I'm currently working on a very detailed guide that will be posted on Thanksgiving day (tomorrow, for non U.S. readers). I'm also working on a post about the famous Gruene Hall and a Gruene shopping guide. In the meantime, I thought I'd share a sneak peek of this small town … [Read more...]
TOP 5 FUN THINGS TO DO IN BLUFFTON SC
If you enjoy visiting quirky Southern towns that are full of personality, then you'll likely find Bluffton to be an idyllic spot! It's situated between Hilton Head Island, SC, and Savannah, GA, and is approximately a 30-minute drive from either location. Here are my recommendations for the Top 5 Fun Things To Do in Bluffton SC: 1. Visit the Farmers Market Each Thursday afternoon during the summer months, the town hosts a farmers market from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m., and visitors from nearby counties … [Read more...]
Vacation Preview: Hilton Head Island
We're vacationing on Hilton Head Island this week and having a blast, so I thought I'd share a peek at some of the good times from our trip so far! Our family has belonged to a timeshare on the island for 20 years+, so we've been vacationing here for a long time. It's a beautiful place. We've spent lots of time on the beach and even more by the pool (because...sharks). We've done some shopping. And we've eaten lots of yummy seafood and splurged on delicious desserts. Pop Pop turned 74! (Happy … [Read more...]
Family Friendly Activities on Hilton Head Island for the 4th of July
Are you planning a trip to Hilton Head Island over the 4th of July? My family has owned a condo there for 20+ years, so I've been spending time there since my early teens. It's a very family friendly vacation destination, so I wanted to share a couple things you can do in the area that are specific to the 4th of July weekend.FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means we’ll receive a small referral fee from purchases at no cost to you. You can read our affiliate … [Read more...]
10 Things To Do In Gruene Texas
Gruene (pronounced "green") is a great weekend getaway destination and is home to Texas' oldest dance hall. If you've never visited, you're missing out on one of the most adorable and quaint little towns in the Texas Hill Country! Here are 10 Things To Do In Gruene Texas:Gruene is the perfect day trip from Austin or San Antonio -- at approximately 40 minutes from either city (varies with traffic). The actual historic downtown area in Gruene is only a couple blocks wide, so you can easily … [Read more...]