The sun-drenched days of summer are undoubtedly gorgeous. But when temperatures soar and sidewalks shimmer – it’s time to beat the heat! Whether you are looking for creative things to do or ways to stay cool at home – these 15 ideas will leave you as cool as a cucumber during the next heat wave. […]
One of the best parts about temporarily living in a new place is playing tourist. But after you’ve done the “must see” things on the list, it’s time to explore some of the local favorites. There’s plenty of these things to keep you busy in the San Antonio area, especially if you’re up for a […]
Located two hours from Oklahoma City, three hours from Ft. Worth, and even an hour from – also considered remote – Ft. Sill, Altus Air Force Base may seem too remote for any fun. But it’s a fantastic jumping off point for tons of day trips! Here are our five favorite day trips, easily visited […]
If you’re headed to Ft. Meade, you might be surprised to discover Maryland has one of the best craft beer scenes in the nation. In 2012, there were just 30 craft brewers operating in the state, according to the Maryland Brewer’s Association. By 2018 that number had soared to 94 brewers! From crisp pale ales […]
Wine has been produced in Virginia since the early days of European colonization in the 17th century. But Virginia’s hot and humid summers can be challenging to viticulture which is why only within the last 20 years the industry has developed past the novelty status. And now Virginia is the second largest wine producer by […]
During the civil war, it was common for spouses to travel with their troops. Whether they were cooking, sewing, or acting as nurses it was fairly common to see them in camp. These days traveling with a military service member on deployment isn’t an option, but traveling with a service member isn’t entirely off the […]
One of the best summer activities in Alamogordo, New Mexico is the Tailgate Summer Concert Series hosted by the Flickinger Center for Performing Arts. The series takes place in the upper parking lot of the New Mexico Museum of Space History. The museum is on the far edge of town and there is really no […]
Located just a hop, skip and a jump for the Oklahoma border, is the 38th largest city in Texas, Wichita Falls. Wichita Falls is home of Sheppard Air Force Base, and the world’s only multinational staffed and managed flying training program, which is responsible for training combat pilots for the USAF and NATO. And just […]
There’s just something about bright summer days that beckon you outside to enjoy the quintessential scents of the season, fresh-cut grass and outdoor grills. Where you can hear the crack of a baseball bat and the roar of a crowd. Or watch with delight as colorful hot air balloons take flight into brilliant blue skies […]
Welcome to San Antonio y’all! Maybe you’ve been here for a while, or maybe the last time you were here was boot camp. Its May, so it’s the perfect Texas month. The humidity has settled in, but it’s not yet unbearable. And you’re in that perfectly mild month before the Texas summer really kicks in. […]