When people think of West Texas the number one place people think about is Big Bend National Park! I don’t blame them, I mean that is the gem of West Texas. Fort Stockton is the perfect town to represent what I think of, when I think of West Texas. This tiny little town is located …
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Essential Tips For Visiting Joshua Tree National Park With Kids
I LOVED Joshua Tree National Park!! If I am being honest, when I first thought of going to Joshua Tree I thought it was just going to be another desert like where I live in West Texas. I expected a couple of actual Joshua Trees and maybe some cactus, but that was it. My expectations …
A Camping Gem: McKinney Falls State Park
The best part about Texas is that it has it all! Texas has the beaches, the mountains, the desert, the swamps, the plains, and the forests. In my opinion it is probably one of the most diverse states in America. There is literally something here for everyone, surprisingly enough even the waterfall chasers! I LOVE …
Fun Things To Do In Abilene, Texas With Kids
If you follow me on Instagram then you know that my name is @westtexastravelmom. Just like the name says I base most of my travel in the West Texas region. Now this isn’t the most thrilling section on Texas if I am being completely honest. It is practically nothing but dirt and oil rigs as …
18 Tips For Making Your Visit To SeaWorld San Antonio With Toddlers So Much Easier
I am a mama of 4 little ones, ages ranging from 5 years old to 2 months. This is the perfect age to take kids to Disney! I mean I went when I was that little and I still remember the magic of it all. Because I remember how magical it was, my husband and …
All You Need To Know About Visiting Aztec Ruins National Monument
I grew up with a history loving mother. We spent the majority of our traveling as a kid, visiting historical sites. I have been to hundreds of battlegrounds, monuments, statues, gravesites, historic villages, and ruins. So of course I developed quite a love for history myself. That is why when we were visiting Aztec, New …
Everything You Need To Know About Spence Hot Springs
I am pretty sure Jemez Springs is why New Mexico is called the ‘Land of Enchantment!’ This beautiful, mountainous land will make you second guess yourself that you are really even actually in New Mexico! Desert Indian ruins, giant waterfalls, thick pine forests, fishing ponds, breathtaking creeks, and so much more in just one New …
Things To Do In Fort Davis, Texas With Kids
West Texas is hot, reeks of oil, and you can see your dog run away for 3 days because it is so flat. These are the thoughts of pretty much anyone who drives through this desert half of the state. Heck, this is what I think of most of west Texas, but west Texas randomly …
The Ultimate Guide To Kid-Friendly Adventures In San Angelo, Texas
San Angelo is the gem of West Texas that no one knows about! When people think of West Texas they think of El Paso, Amarillo, or San Antonio; but I LOVE San Angelo! This adorable little town is about 2 hours south of Midland and 2 hours north of San Antonio. I remember when I …
Exploring Wisconsin Dells With Toddlers
One of my favorite things to do in life is travel. I mean this world we live in is absolutely incredible! There is so much to do and see and experience. So of course when I learned about the waterpark capital of the world, I planned the trip! Thing is though that I come with …