Spending More Time at the Lake in the New Year? Stop in at the Stump for Breakfast, Burgers, and Seafood Are you planning on visiting Sam Rayburn more this year? It is one of Texas’ top destinations for bass and crappie fishing, duck hunting, and family road trips. Where are you going to eat while […]
Crystal Beach Holiday Guide The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina Offers Steaks, Seafood, and Cocktails Christmas can be a perfect time to head to the beach. The cooler weather thinks out the crowds of summer. All of the beauty is still there – and the winds typically make the search for shells, sea glass, arrowheads, and […]
Southeast Texas Food and Entertainment Guide The Stingaree – Seafood, Cocktails, and Sunsets Several years ago, we started a tradition of taking family trips over the holidays. It has given us the opportunity to create some special memories. Is your family heading to Crystal Beach over the holidays? Head to The Stingaree Restaurant for fresh […]
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 […]
Southeast Texas Holiday Party Venues The Brown Estate Planning your Southeast Texas holiday party? Make sure you check out The Brown Estate, a premier SETX holiday party venue in Orange Tx. Here are some of the features that make The Brown Estate popular for Southeast Texas corporate events: Beautiful Southeast Texas corporate event facility – […]
Bolivar Peninsula Restaurant Guide The Stingaree Restaurant on Crystal Beach Everyone heads to the beach during the summer. My favorite visits to Crystal Beach are in the cool weather of fall and spring. The beach is just as beautiful and much less crowded. The restaurants are less crowded too. This is the perfect time to […]
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. […]
Southeast Texas Family Road Trips The Elissa, Galveston’s Historic Sailing Ship Are you looking for Southeast Texas family fun? The Tall Ship Elissa in Galveston is just a short car ride from anywhere in Southeast Texas. Bring your family to share the adventure of the high seas at the Texas Seaport Museum and the 1877 tall ship […]
Crystal Beach Entertainment Guide – Enjoy Live Music and Happy Hour Specials The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina Crystal Beach has a lot of offer residents and visitors. Southeast Texans never tire of the beaches and sunsets. They also eagerly return to The Stingaree Restaurant for waterfront dining and live music. Enjoy grilled oysters, fried shrimp, […]
Crystal Beach Restaurant Guide Guide Enjoy Fresh Seafood and Happy Hour Specials at The Stingaree Restaurant Crystal Beach has a lot of offer residents and visitors. Southeast Texans never tire of the beaches and sunsets. They also eagerly return to The Stingaree Restaurant for waterfront dining and live music. Enjoy grilled oysters, fried shrimp, juicy […]
Family Visitor Guide to Crystal Beach The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina Are you looking for family friendly fun? Head to Crystal Beach to enjoy looking for shells, body surfing, and building sand castles. Don’t be surprised if you work up an appetite. When you do, head to The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina. They actually offer […]
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 […]
Galveston Restaurant Recommendations Enjoy Texas Size Beignets and Brunch at The Gumbo Diner Brunch doesn’t have to have live music or fancy dishes you wouldn’t eat any other time. Really, sometimes we just call it “brunch” when we woke up late. If you’re looking for brunch or breakfast served all day or lunch or beignets […]
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. […]
Crystal Beach Restaurant and Entertainment Guide Head to The Stingaree for Happy Hour and Sunsets Enjoy the best Crystal Beach has to offer this weekend. Head to The Stingaree Restaurant and Marina. Diners will enjoy waterfront views, happy hour specials, fresh Gulf seafood, and live music. Check their Facebook or call for the latest information. […]
Restaurant Recommendations Crystal Beach TX The Stingaree – Local Seafood and Elegant Water Views Crystal Beach is like a magnet drawing families from across Southeast Texas to its beaches, bay, and restaurants. For fresh seafood, The Stingaree is a popular destination. For families looking to enjoy fried shrimp and burgers right on the water, there […]
Landscaping Southeast Texas Beaumont Commercial Landscaper US Lawns Adds Curb Appeal to Local Restaurants In Southeast Texas, a restaurant that looks beautiful from the highway often has a full parking lot. Does your Golden Triangle restaurant shine the way you want it to when we’re in the sweltering heat of summer? How about the dull […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Southeast Texas July 4th Planner – Big celebrations are coming to Beaumont, Nederland, Port Arthur, and Orange. We hope you enjoy the 2016 Southeast Texas July 4th Planner. July 4th in Beaumont Tx Beaumont 4th of July Celebration 5pm gates open. Fireworks at 9pm. Free Concert at Julie Rogers before the Fireworks. Riverfront Park. 805 […]
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 […]
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 […]
