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Day Trips
Gerald E. McLeod has covered the world of Texas travel from Amarillo to Zapata and beyond for his "Day Trips" column for more than 25 years.
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Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup
School’s out and June is the beginning of summer fun
Gerald E. McLeod, June 1, 2023
Fortney House, Nacogdoches
Former Austinite’s shop is filled with eclectic home furnishings
Gerald E. McLeod, June 1, 2023
Knolle Dairy Farms, Sandia
South Texas farm offers fresh Mexican cheese and the chance to pet a Jersey cow
Gerald E. McLeod, May 25, 2023
Singing Ringing Tree, Abilene
Soundless sculpture still impresses
Gerald E. McLeod, May 18, 2023
Meow Wolf Announces Opening of Its Newest Alternative Universe in Grapevine
A vacant mall becomes art July 14
Gerald E. McLeod, May 16, 2023
Padre Island National Seashore
Texas treasure is home to abundant wildlife and open for visitors
Gerald E. McLeod, May 11, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
News and events from Corpus Christi to Fort Davis
Gerald E. McLeod, May 4, 2023
Slowpoke Farm Market, Cisco
Find healthy and hearty home cooking, delectable baked goods, local meats and cheeses, and more
Gerald E. McLeod, May 4, 2023
Mural Alley, Alpine
West Texas outdoor art gallery tells Lone Star State stories
Gerald E. McLeod, April 27, 2023
Lake Arrowhead State Park, Wichita Falls
Finding the charms of North Texas’ relaxing recreational area on the water
Gerald E. McLeod, April 20, 2023
Center for Wildlife Rescue, Corpus Christi
New initiative responds to crises and educates the public
Gerald E. McLeod, April 13, 2023
LaVaca BBQ, Port Lavaca
Woman-run barbecue joint is winning over customers
Gerald E. McLeod, April 6, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup
Catch up on Texas travel news and plan some spring sightseeing
Gerald E. McLeod, April 2, 2023
Port Isabel Lighthouse, Port Isabel
Keeping the lights on after almost two centuries on the Gulf Coast
Gerald E. McLeod, March 30, 2023
Meow Wolf, Grapevine & Houston
Immersive art experience arrives in Texas this summer
Gerald E. McLeod, March 23, 2023
Alamo Collections Center, San Antonio
Get a first look at the Phil Collins Texana collection at the new center
Gerald E. McLeod, March 16, 2023
Battleship
Texas
, Galveston
Historic ship wows Gulf Coast visitors
Gerald E. McLeod, March 9, 2023
Fairfield Lake State Park, Freestone County
Sad news with state park’s closure due to development
Gerald E. McLeod, March 2, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup
Texas travel news and events for spring
Gerald E. McLeod, March 1, 2023
The Quarters at Presidio La Bahía, Goliad
Visit the spirits of Texas history at centuries-old lodging
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 23, 2023
Mrs. Lee’s Daffodil Garden, Gladewater
East Texas flowers have a rich history rooted in love
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 16, 2023
Love Locks in Texas
Where to continue the love lock tradition for Valentine’s Day
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 9, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: Love Lock Bridges in Texas
A guide to "love locks" (and rocks) across the state
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 9, 2023
Luther Hotel, Palacios
Historic Gulf Coast hotel is under threat of demolition
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 3, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup
Lots to look forward to as winter eases into spring
Gerald E. McLeod, Feb. 2, 2023
Container City, Burnet
Shipping containers become cabins for a scenic mountain getaway
Gerald E. McLeod, Jan. 26, 2023
Port Aransas’
South Jetty
Weekly newspaper is a wealth of information for locals and visitors alike
Gerald E. McLeod, Jan. 19, 2023
Pegasus Sign, Dallas
Pegasus flies high in the Dallas sky
Gerald E. McLeod, Jan. 12, 2023
Texas State Parks
Celebrating 100 years of Texas parks and the contributions of Civilian Conservation Corps
Gerald E. McLeod, Jan. 5, 2023
Day Trips & Beyond: January Events Roundup
Nature, history, and more to explore in 2023
Gerald E. McLeod, Jan. 4, 2023
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