Texas Trotter

I’ve discussed ghost tours before on this blog. And why not? They’re fun! Even though Halloween is still months and months away, it’s still worth it to have one or two entertainingly-spooky experiences throughout the year. And when it comes to living in San Antonio, there’s definitely some supernatural adventures to be had. This year, Haunted Rooms America will be returning to the 150-year-old Victoria’s Black Swan Inn, where guests have steadily reported strange and unusual ghostly happenings taking place over the years. On top of being the site where many have died, it’s also a key site of a battle between the Texan army and Mexican militia, where over 60 people lost their lives. Whew! Not to get morbid on you, but that definitely invites some curiosity as to what’s lurking there underneath the surface! Now, Haunted Rooms America will be featuring an overnight ghost hunt and campout where guests can experience a ghost tour and history of the property by Black Swan Inn’s own professio...

Spring is here, or at least it will be here in Texas very soon. What better way to enjoy the season than experiencing the magic that is the great outdoors? Enjoying some quality nature can really help when it comes to getting the fresh air and exercise your body needs to be at its best! And since you’ve probably been hitting the couch for so many months like I have thanks to Covid, it’s definitely a good idea to go out and experience some quality time out and about.  Located on 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway , McKinney Falls State Park is the perfect place to spend a day out in nature, complete with natural limestone formations and scenic wooded areas perfect for an afternoon hike. The green forest trails are also excellent for biking and guests can even enjoy some quality time at campsites and cabins when they’re ready to unwind. Enjoy an introspective look at Austin’s indigenous vegetation and wildlife, along with a beautiful view of Onion Creek flowing into the falls. There’s even ...