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East Texas Family Activities – Visit Lufkin’s Naranjo Museum for Dinosaurs

East Texas Family Activities – Visit Lufkin’s Naranjo Museum for Dinosaurs

Posted 29 October 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | No Comments

Lufkin Family Activities The Naranjo Museum of Natural History You probably already know this…. Kids love dinosaurs! When I was a kid, we had to drive all the way to Houston or Dallas to see dinosaur exhibits. Now, you can see first class dinosaur exhibits right here in East Texas. The Naranjo Museum in Lufkin […]

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Galveston Restaurants are Excellent in the Fall – Enjoy The Gumbo Diner

Posted 27 October 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Burgers, Cajun, Home Style, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood | No Comments

Galveston Fall Restaurant Recommendations Enjoy Texas Takes on Cajun Classics and Breakfast Favorites at The Gumbo Diner Start with the beignets. Ask about the specials – they can be delicious. Breakfast is served all day, and I love breakfast. The seafood at Gumbo Diner is excellent – fresh, local seafood unlike some of the chain […]

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Fall Dining is Great on Galveston – Visit The Gumbo Diner

Fall Dining is Great on Galveston – Visit The Gumbo Diner

Posted 08 October 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Burgers, Cajun, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood | Comments Off on Fall Dining is Great on Galveston – Visit The Gumbo Diner

Galveston Restaurant Reviews Enjoy Texas Takes on Cajun Classics at The Gumbo Diner Start with the beignets. Ask the friendly staff about their specials – they can be delicious. Some days are comfort food like meatloaf. Others are fresh seafood like soft shelled crab. Breakfast is served all day, and I love breakfast. The seafood […]

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Visiting Nacogdoches? Enjoy Breakfast at Dolli’s Diner Downtown!

Visiting Nacogdoches? Enjoy Breakfast at Dolli’s Diner Downtown!

Posted 29 September 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Deli’s / Sandwich, Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Visiting Nacogdoches? Enjoy Breakfast at Dolli’s Diner Downtown!

Nacogdoches Restaurant Guide Enjoy Breakfast and Comfort Food at Dolli’s Diner Do you love breakfast? How about classic style diners? In Nacogdoches, visit Dolli’s Diner. The size of their expansive menu will bring to mind true Manhattan style diners, but their version has a lot of comfort food with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. […]

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Texas Family Traditions – Touring Colleges. SFA University Nacogdoches

Texas Family Traditions – Touring Colleges. SFA University Nacogdoches

Posted 15 September 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide | Comments Off on Texas Family Traditions – Touring Colleges. SFA University Nacogdoches

Southeast Texas Road Trips Introduce Your Child to Stephen F. Austin University this Summer We have a tradition of taking our children to at least one university a year. We’ve been doing it since they were young. They have run on the University of Texas football field, met with an academic advisor at Lamar (about […]

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Family Friendly Activities in Lufkin – Ellen Trout Zoo

Family Friendly Activities in Lufkin – Ellen Trout Zoo

Posted 23 August 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Family Friendly Activities in Lufkin – Ellen Trout Zoo

Lufkin Activity Guide for Families Ellen Trout Zoo Is your family planning a trip to Lufkin? Are you looking for kid friendly activities? Lufkin is home to one of our favorite zoos. The Ellen Trout Zoo is located in a beautiful park by the expo center / rodeo barn. Your kids adventure begins even before […]

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Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Tall Ship Elissa Galveston

Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Tall Ship Elissa Galveston

Posted 01 August 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Burgers, Cajun, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood, X Factor Reviews | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Tall Ship Elissa Galveston

Southeast Texas Road Trips Education Meets Excitement at the Elissa Families in search of Southeast Texas summer fun have long looked to Galveston. The short drive from anywhere in Southeast Texas and ample options for family friendly entertainment combine with the instinctual lure of the sea when temperatures rise to make a tempting package. Southeast Texas […]

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Nacogdoches Restaurant Guide – Auntie Pasta’s for Texas Twists on Italian Favorites

Nacogdoches Restaurant Guide – Auntie Pasta’s for Texas Twists on Italian Favorites

Posted 27 July 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Nacogdoches Restaurant Guide – Auntie Pasta’s for Texas Twists on Italian Favorites

Nacogdoches Restaurant Reviews Guide to Auntie Pasta’s Are you looking for a GREAT restaurant in Nacogdoches this weekend. Our Eat Drink SETX “Can’t Miss” pick is Auntie Pasta’s. The Italian restaurant is housed in a giant old warehouse next to the train tracks bordering downtown. Appetizers, salads, and entrees are all of the highest quality. […]

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Southeast Texas Family History – Research Texas Immigration History at Galveston’s Texas Seaport Museum

Southeast Texas Family History – Research Texas Immigration History at Galveston’s Texas Seaport Museum

Posted 17 July 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Burgers, Cajun, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood, X Factor Reviews | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Family History – Research Texas Immigration History at Galveston’s Texas Seaport Museum

Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide  Galveston is a short ferry ride away for family fun! Over 200,000 immigrants came to the US through the Port of Galveston, once the Ellis Island of the West. For many Southeast Texas families (and families across Texas), Galveston is where our American journey began. Despite all of the emotion […]

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Southeast Texas Family Road Trip – Galveston’s Pier 21 & The Pirate Island of Jean Lafitte

Southeast Texas Family Road Trip – Galveston’s Pier 21 & The Pirate Island of Jean Lafitte

Posted 05 July 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Burgers, Cajun, Home Style, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood, X Factor Reviews | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Family Road Trip – Galveston’s Pier 21 & The Pirate Island of Jean Lafitte

Southeast Texas Road Trip – Visit Galveston’s Pier 21 When you’re planning your next Southeast Texas family road trip, consider a short drive to Galveston’s Pier 21. Pier 21 is home to three great films: The Great Storm documents the 1900 hurricane that forever left it’s mark on Galveston. The Pirate Island of Jean Lafitte tells the […]

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Southeast Texas Family Activity – The Great Storm Film at Galveston’s Pier 21 Theater

Southeast Texas Family Activity – The Great Storm Film at Galveston’s Pier 21 Theater

Posted 25 June 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Cajun, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood, X Factor Reviews | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Family Activity – The Great Storm Film at Galveston’s Pier 21 Theater

SETX Road Trip Guide Combine family fun and history in Galveston, a short ferry ride away. When looking for an educational Southeast Texas family activity on your next trip to Galveston, the film “The Great Storm” is a wonderful option. Actually, all of the films at the Pier 21 Theater are appropriate for Southeast Texas […]

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Crystal Beach Summer Restaurant Guide – The Stingaree has Live Music, Concerts, and Cocktails

Crystal Beach Summer Restaurant Guide – The Stingaree has Live Music, Concerts, and Cocktails

Posted 21 June 2024 | By | Categories: Burgers, Cajun, Fine Dining, Happy Hours, Patio Dining, Road Trip Guide, Seafood, Steaks | Comments Off on Crystal Beach Summer Restaurant Guide – The Stingaree has Live Music, Concerts, and Cocktails

Southeast Texas Entertainment Guide – Crystal Beach The Stingaree Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining and Live Music When the weather gets warm, Southeast Texas families are pulled to Crystal Beach. After swimming, flying kites, and fishing, you will work up an appetite. The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina offers burgers and seafood baskets in their casual downstairs […]

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Galveston Restaurant Recommendations: Gumbo Diner

Galveston Restaurant Recommendations: Gumbo Diner

Posted 05 June 2024 | By | Categories: Breakfast and Brunch, Road Trip Guide, Salads, Seafood, Steaks | Comments Off on Galveston Restaurant Recommendations: Gumbo Diner

Galveston Restaurant Reviews – The Gumbo Diner Comfort Food, Fresh Galveston Seafood, and Breakfast on the Seawall Galveston is a popular getaway destination for many Southeast Texas families. You’ve probably already been to the chain restaurants and are looking for some new options. Today, we’re sharing one of our favorites. The Gumbo Diner has a […]

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Fishing on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins

Fishing on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins

Posted 05 May 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Fishing on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins

KOA Brookeland has Fishing Cabins on Sam Rayburn We’re a fishing family, so we enjoyed catching big bass on Lake Sam Rayburn (you can launch your boat at Mill Creek State Park or catch big bass right from the bank), fishing for big catfish below the dam, and we had a close encounter with a […]

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The Historic Fredonia Hotel – Upscale Lodging for Nacogdoches

The Historic Fredonia Hotel – Upscale Lodging for Nacogdoches

Posted 27 April 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on The Historic Fredonia Hotel – Upscale Lodging for Nacogdoches

Guide to Nacogdoches Hotels and Bed and Breakfasts The Fredonia Hotel and Restaurants Are you looking for a unique lodging experience for your visit to Nacogdoches. Whether you are in town to visit SFA, the Blueberry Festival, or to experience the charms of the oldest town in Texas, schedule your stay with The Fredonia Hotel. […]

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Southeast Texas Road Trip Ideas – Galveston Day Trip

Southeast Texas Road Trip Ideas – Galveston Day Trip

Posted 17 April 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, Salads, SETX Tourism, X Factor Reviews | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Road Trip Ideas – Galveston Day Trip

Southeast Texas Road Trip Ideas A Day Trip to Galveston Combine family fun and history in Galveston, a short ferry ride away. When looking for an educational Southeast Texas family activity on your next trip to Galveston, the film “The Great Storm” is a wonderful option. Actually, all of the films at the Pier 21 […]

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Visiting Sam Rayburn this Summer? KOA Brookeland has Campsites and Rental Cabins

Posted 07 April 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Visiting Sam Rayburn this Summer? KOA Brookeland has Campsites and Rental Cabins

East Texas Summer Vacation Guide KOA Brookeland Offers Family Fun on Sam Rayburn This Spring Break, make special memories with your family. In East Texas, Spring Break is the perfect time to get back to nature. Summer isn’t here yet and the cold of winter is in the rear view mirror. When heading to the […]

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Guide to Nacogdoches Hotels – Hampton Inn and Suites

Guide to Nacogdoches Hotels – Hampton Inn and Suites

Posted 27 February 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide | Comments Off on Guide to Nacogdoches Hotels – Hampton Inn and Suites

Nacogdoches Visitor’s Guide The Hampton Inn and Suites Offers Family Friendly Lodging There are lots of options depending on your preferences and budget. Our family particularly enjoys the Hampton Inn and Suites Nacogdoches. The hotel always feels fresh and clean. It seems like it is brand new or close. Rooms are comfortable and ideally setup […]

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Looking for a Valentine’s Cabin on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland

Posted 01 February 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Looking for a Valentine’s Cabin on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland

East Texas Valentine’s Day Ideas Rent a Romantic Cabin on Sam Rayburn with KOA Brookeland Valentine’s Day is approaching quickly. This year, give your Valentine the gift of quality time. Leave the kids with grandma and getaway for the weekend. Enjoy a cozy (or spacious – you choose!) cabin at the lake. KOA Brookeland has […]

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KOA Brookeland Offers Romantic Valentine’s Day Cabins on Rayburn

KOA Brookeland Offers Romantic Valentine’s Day Cabins on Rayburn

Posted 05 January 2024 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on KOA Brookeland Offers Romantic Valentine’s Day Cabins on Rayburn

Are You Looking for a Romantic Valentine’s Day Getaway? Reserve a Cabin on Sam Rayburn with KOA Brookeland Valentine’s is just around the corner. Are you looking for a special way to celebrate? Skip the candy and flowers and plan a romantic getaway. How about a cozy rental cabin at Lake Sam Rayburn for the […]

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Christmas Cabin on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland

Christmas Cabin on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland

Posted 29 November 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Christmas Cabin on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland

Spend Christmas at the Lake Plan a Holiday Getway to Lake Sam Rayburn It has been a long year. We are exhausted! You too? Plan a holiday getaway to recharge your batteries. How about a cabin by the lake? KOA Brookeland has you covered. They also have RV hook ups and camping sites. Explore the […]

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Thanksgiving Getaway to Sam Rayburn? Rent a Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Thanksgiving Getaway to Sam Rayburn? Rent a Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Posted 07 November 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Getaway to Sam Rayburn? Rent a Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Planning a Family Reunion at Lake Sam Rayburn this Thanksgiving? KOA Brookeland Offers Activities and Amenities Are you planning a family reunion? How about a weekend at the lake? KOA Brookeland is a great venue for families looking to get together on Sam Rayburn. First, they have a perfect place for everyone to stay. Choose […]

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KOA Brookeland Has Christmas Cabins on Lake Sam Rayburn

KOA Brookeland Has Christmas Cabins on Lake Sam Rayburn

Posted 27 October 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on KOA Brookeland Has Christmas Cabins on Lake Sam Rayburn

Christmas Getaway Destinations KOA Brookeland on Lake Sam Rayburn A few years ago, my wife and I realized a lot of the gifts and presents we gave the kids went unused. We decided to invest in memories rather than material objects and started taking holiday vacations. When we started talking about it with people, we […]

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Fishing on Sam Rayburn? Get Your Rental Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Fishing on Sam Rayburn? Get Your Rental Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Posted 11 September 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, Seafood | Comments Off on Fishing on Sam Rayburn? Get Your Rental Cabin from KOA Brookeland

Cabins for Sportsmen on Lake Sam Rayburn KOA Brookeland Are you looking for a place to stay this hunting season? If you’re duck hunting on Lake Sam Rayburn or deer hunting in the national forest nearby, KOA Brookeland makes a great fishing or hunting camp. If you prefer tent camping, they have a number of […]

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Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Naranjo Museum

Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Naranjo Museum

Posted 19 February 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Southeast Texas Road Trip Guide – The Naranjo Museum

Parents Guide to Lufkin The Naranjo Museum of Natural History What do kids like? Dinosaurs! How do you make them happy? Take them to see dinosaurs! Where in East Texas can your children see dinosaurs? The Naranjo Museum in Lufkin has dinosaurs. Lots of different dinosaurs from different periods. As a bonus, additional exhibits kids […]

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East Texas Road Trip Guide – Cherokee Trace Drive Through Safari in Jacksonville

East Texas Road Trip Guide – Cherokee Trace Drive Through Safari in Jacksonville

Posted 25 January 2023 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide | Comments Off on East Texas Road Trip Guide – Cherokee Trace Drive Through Safari in Jacksonville

Texas Family Road Trip Ideas  Cherokee Trace Drive Through Safari   Nestled in the lush piney woods of East Texas, Cherokee Trace Drive-thru Safari is a wildlife park that is home to an amazing variety of wildlife. Your family can enjoy seeing a dozen exotic and endangered species that thrive in an open habitat similar […]

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Spend the Holidays at Lake Sam Rayburn – KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins

Posted 01 October 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Spend the Holidays at Lake Sam Rayburn – KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins

East Texas Thanksgiving Road Trip Head to KOA Brookeland on Lake Sam Rayburn There can be a lot of reasons to want to do something “different” at Thanksgiving this year. Maybe you’ve gone through a divorce or lost a loved one during the holidays. Perhaps you’re looking for place your extended family can all get […]

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Sam Rayburn Wedding Venues – KOA Brookeland

Posted 13 September 2022 | By | Categories: Banquet Service, Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Sam Rayburn Wedding Venues – KOA Brookeland

East Texas Wedding Venue Guide KOA Brookeland on Lake Sam Rayburn Are you starting the process of planning a wedding? Picking your perfect venue is one of the first big steps. More and more brides are choosing KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn as their preferred East Texas wedding venue. Call today to schedule a tour […]

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East Texas Road Trip Guide – Cherokee Trace Safari Park

Posted 07 September 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on East Texas Road Trip Guide – Cherokee Trace Safari Park

Family Road Trip Guide to Jacksonville TX Cherokee Trace Drive Through Safari Wildlife Park Nestled in the lush piney woods of East Texas, Cherokee Trace Drive-thru Safari is a wildlife park that is home to an amazing variety of wildlife. See over a dozen exotic and endangered species that thrive in an open habitat similar […]

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Family Reunion Venues East Texas – KOA Brookeland

Family Reunion Venues East Texas – KOA Brookeland

Posted 13 August 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Family Reunion Venues East Texas – KOA Brookeland

Planning a Family Reunion in East Texas? KOA Brookeland Offers Fun and Facilities Are you in charge of planning your family reunion? How about a weekend at the lake? KOA Brookeland is a great venue for families looking to get together on Sam Rayburn. First, they have a perfect place for everyone to stay. Choose […]

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Looking for a BIG Bass? Head to Sam Rayburn and KOA Brookeland

Looking for a BIG Bass? Head to Sam Rayburn and KOA Brookeland

Posted 13 July 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Looking for a BIG Bass? Head to Sam Rayburn and KOA Brookeland

Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Cabins KOA Brookeland Offers Campsites, and RV Park, and Cabin Rentals Hunters like to stay where we feel welcome. KOA Brookeland offers multiple options for hunters in East Texas: Campsites RV Park Rental Cabins Cabins are available in different sizes. We stayed in one with two queen sized beds, a wood […]

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Texas Road Trip Guide – Splash Kingdom Water Park

Texas Road Trip Guide – Splash Kingdom Water Park

Posted 07 July 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Texas Road Trip Guide – Splash Kingdom Water Park

Kid Friendly Attractions in Nacogdoches Splash Kingdom Waterpark The Christian themed family waterpark is open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day. Rides and attractions include the Kids’ Tree House, Slide Tower, Body Slides, Lazy River and Sand Volleyball. There are nine slides in total and a number of other attractions, so there is something for […]

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Ready to Water Ski? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins and Campsites

Posted 03 June 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Ready to Water Ski? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins and Campsites

Lake Sam Rayburn Summer Cabins KOA Brookeland What do your kids want to do this summer? Swim? Canoe? Ride horses? Kayak? Hike in the woods? Explore Lake Sam Rayburn? Enjoy them all from your campsite, cabin, or RV site at KOA Brookeland. Your family will love KOA Brookeland and Lake Sam Rayburn. Click here for […]

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Sam Rayburn Lodging Guide – KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn

Sam Rayburn Lodging Guide – KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn

Posted 23 May 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Sam Rayburn Lodging Guide – KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn

Lake Sam Rayburn Summer Cabins Rent Yours at KOA Brookeland Would you like to spend more time at the lake this year? A rental cabin can make a great home base for all of your summer adventures. KOA Brookeland has a number of cabin styles and sizes from cozy cabins for a couple’s getaway to […]

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Visiting SFA? Don’t Miss their Planetarium

Visiting SFA? Don’t Miss their Planetarium

Posted 29 April 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide | Comments Off on Visiting SFA? Don’t Miss their Planetarium

Visitor’s Guide to Stephen F. Austin University Don’t Miss the Planetarium! Is your family planning a visit to Nacogdoches? Did you know that Stephen F. Austin University has their own planetarium? The Planetarium is located on the Stephen F. Austin State University campus and is operated by the Department of Physics and Astronomy. It has […]

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Planning Your Summer Vacation – KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn

Posted 13 April 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Planning Your Summer Vacation – KOA Brookeland on Sam Rayburn

Planning a Summer Vacation to Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland Offers Fun and Facilities Are you in charge of planning your family reunion? How about a weekend at the lake? KOA Brookeland is a great venue for families looking to get together on Sam Rayburn. First, they have a perfect place for everyone to stay. Choose […]

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Spring Break on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins, RV Sites, and Tent Camping

Posted 09 March 2022 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide, SETX Tourism | Comments Off on Spring Break on Sam Rayburn? KOA Brookeland has Rental Cabins, RV Sites, and Tent Camping

KOA Brookeland Comfortable Rental Cabins on Lake Sam Rayburn The campground has lake access through Mill Creek and is close to popular destinations like Rayburn Country Club, Mill Creek State Park, Jasper, and more. On a recent visit, our Eat Drink SETX family experienced a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Upon arrival, we were […]

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East Texas Summer Road Trips – Zip Nac for Family Fun

East Texas Summer Road Trips – Zip Nac for Family Fun

Posted 28 May 2021 | By | Categories: Road Trip Guide | Comments Off on East Texas Summer Road Trips – Zip Nac for Family Fun

East Texas Summer Road Trip Guide Zip Nac – Zip Line Adventures for Families   Summer vacation is here! Are you looking for daytrips or weekend getaways to enjoy with your family? Do your children demand adventure during your road trips? Discover Zip Nac, a popular road trip destination for families touring the pineywoods of […]

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