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Summer Road Trip Playlist

Posted on June 20, 2017Author The Perennial Traveler1 Comment

Hitting the road this summer (perhaps on your way to Lake Tahoe, Bandera or Daytona)? Here is a slightly eclectic list of songs to kick off your vacation:

Start Me Up, The Rolling Stones
Feeling Good, Nina Simone
Three Little Birds, Bob Marley
Mr. Jones, Counting Crows
Born to Run, Bruce Springsteen
Smooth, Santana
Rhiannon, Fleetwood Mac
Sister Golden Hair, America
Come Fly with Me, Frank Sinatra
Take It Easy, Eagles
Runnin’ Down a Dream, Tom Petty
It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me, Billy Joel
Like a Rolling Stone, Bob Dylan
Gentle on My Mind, Dean Martin

What are your favorite road trip songs?

Bandera in July & August

Posted on June 13, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

If you’re heading to Bandera this summer, there’s plenty to keep you occupied! Here are a few highlights for July and August:

For July 4th, check out Robert Earl Keen’s 4th on the River. Located in Kerrville, this all-day event features live music, food and beer, bounce houses and, of course, fireworks.
July 15th offers Night in Old Fredericksburg, a summer evening of food, live music, an evening dance and a chili cook-off.
July 22nd-23rd celebrates the National Day of the American Cowboy at the Frontier Times Museum. The Cowboy Capital of the World is the perfect place to honor the cowboy way!
August 24th-27th is the 129th annual Gillespie County Fair, the oldest county fair in Texas.
August 27th is the 109th birthday celebration for Lyndon B. Johnson. Tours of the Texas White House begin at 10:00 a.m., after a ceremony, and are free of charge.

Or perhaps you’d enjoy tubing and kayaking on the Medina River, a visit to the San Antonio Zoo or the always popular Cowboys on Main in Bandera. The list is so long, you may need to plan two trips!

And did you know: we have FREE Wi-Fi in the hill country!

Solo Travel: How to Get Away

Posted on June 6, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Planning a solo adventure? There’s no better way to rest, recharge and reconnect with yourself than to explore a new place on your own. Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your trip:

Read up on your destination and plan some of your activities in advance. Solo travel is a wonderful time to follow your passions, so think about how you’d like to spend your time (which may include leaving plenty of time to linger in a place you love, or to explore something you discover along the way).

Choose restaurants where you feel comfortable. There’s no need to dine in just because you’re traveling solo. A corner table or bar could be the perfect place to discover the local cuisine, chat with some locals or simply review your travel plans.

Stay safe. Even if you’re generally a night owl, this is a good time to follow the sun. Know where you’re going and stay aware of your surroundings.

Take pictures and keep a journal. You’re making your own memories, and discovering new things not only about where you are but about yourself. Make the most of it, and create ways to remember all you’ve discovered later.

Have your own tips for solo travel? Please share them below!

Summer in Tahoe

Posted on May 23, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Summertime in Tahoe is full of wonderful events and activities! Here are a few things we always look forward to:

Harvey’s Summer Concert Series: Running from June through September, this year’s line-up includes Paul Simon, The Who, Jack Johnson, Lenny Kravitz and more!
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor: Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy live theater right on the lake! This year’s plays include Love’s Labour’s Lost and The Hound of the Baskervilles, as well as other live entertainment.
Valhalla Renaissance Fair: Hosted at Camp Richardson June 10th and 11th, this year marks the 25th anniversary of this family-friendly celebration.
4th of July Lights on the Lake Fireworks: Each year, Lake Tahoe puts on a spectacular fireworks show to celebrate the 4th. NBC’s Today Show calls it one of the top fireworks display in the country! Follow the link to find some of the top spots to view the event.
The Celebrity Golf Tournament at Edgewood: July 11th-16th, 80 pro athletes and Hollywood celebrities will compete in this ever-popular event on Lake Tahoe.
Hot August Nights: Celebrating America’s love of classic cars and rock ‘n roll, this year’s event will be held in Virginia City on August 4th-5th and Reno/Sparks on August 8th-13th.

A tour of the historic Virginia City or a Thunderbird Lodge Tour (by land, boat or kayak) might just round out those summer days… what are your favorite ways to spend summer in Tahoe?