By MaxwellFeldmann72 May 02, 2014
My kids were so excited for the trolley tour we had planned for spring break. The whole day was full of fun and laughter! Glad we took the time to go. ...read more
By submit1 June 04, 2013
I've never had good luck with fishing, but if one goes to the Fisherman's Corner, it couldn't be any easier. Plus, once the catfish are deboned (they do the difficult work for you), cook it up and it's not bad at all! Equipment's cheap, their services are very economical, ... what more can you ask for? :) ...read more
By squirrelgirl November 07, 2012
The tour guide was rude and unprofessional. The provided lunches were extremely cheap and unappetizing sack lunches reminiscent of elementary school field trips. We felt rushed at each winery. We do not recommend. ...read more
After touring the Alamo, most people away with a few factoids but still yearn for a better understanding of it's causes and context, especially in relation to the bigger picture - Texas History! An expert discussion of this will begin with the next blog. 6/10 Early Texans (Texians) were American Mexicans vs. Mexican Americans. They were invited by the Mexican Government via empresario, Stephen F. Austin, to populate Tejas (Texas). A means, not unlike the Missions under Spain, to populate the area, and thereby, act as a bulwark against threats to her Northern Territory, Tejas. Soon: where the problems begin. 6/12 The immigration began 1823. The response was overwhelming. In fact, the numbers of immigrants coming into Texas and the rapidity were factors alone that created a concern for the Mexican government. 6/17 Immigrants to Texas (then Mexico), were to swear an oath of allegiance to the Mexican Government and convert to Catholicism. After that, there were few other requirements. This is one factor that began to foster a fairly independent climate in Texas. ...read more
By San Antonio Walks June 09, 2011
Thomas Cook began to offer chartered excursions in 1841. His very first tour was an 11-mile train journey to a temperance rally for a group of campaigners. Throughout the 1800s his travel company was quite successful and now the Thomas Cook Group has become Britain's favorite travel group, offering qu... ...read more
When traveling today, you can use technology to make your travels easy and fun. There are several technical gadgets that will make your life easier and entertain you at the same time. Some technical gadgets that make your trip easier are the iPad or another type of tablet such as the Android, because ... ...read more